Fêtes de Parentis-en-Born
La Féria Sen Bertomiu, five days of celebration in red and white by the lake
About Féria Sen Bertomiu
The Fêtes de Parentis-en-Born, known as Féria Sen Bertomiu (Saint-Barthélémy in Gascon), are the major annual festival of this town in the Born region, on the edge of Lake Biscarrosse-Parentis. For five days in August, the town is adorned in red and white for festivities combining bullfighting traditions, concerts, parades of decorated floats, bandas, folk dances, children's entertainment, and Landes gastronomy. The Roland Portalier arena hosts novilladas, Landes races, and recortadores.
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La Féria Sen Bertomiu: Parentis-en-Born Celebrates
The Féria Sen Bertomiu, named after the Gascon term for Saint-Barthélémy, is the main annual festival of Parentis-en-Born. Every August, this town of over 5,000 inhabitants, located on the edge of Lake Biscarrosse-Parentis in the heart of the Born region, transforms for five days into a town of celebration and traditions.
The Roland Portalier Arena
The taurine heart of the Féria Sen Bertomiu beats at the Roland Portalier arena, which hosts a varied program of shows:
- The Festival Novillada, a highlight of the taurine program
- Landes Races with the best écarteurs and sauteurs
- Recortadores shows (recorte), a spectacular Spanish bullfighting art
- Croque-vaches, moments of popular adrenaline
A Complete Festive Program
The Féria Sen Bertomiu unfolds a rich program over five days:
- Open-air concerts with various bands (Gascon music, pop, rock, brass bands)
- Parade of decorated floats through the streets, a colorful and festive procession
- Bandas animating the streets and squares
- Traditional folk dances and popular balls
- Landes Day with a traditional Landes tripe meal
- Children's Day with games, creative workshops, shows, and fairground rides
- Craft exhibitions and local markets
- Gastronomic stands with tapas, Landes specialties, South-West wines, and Armagnac
The Red and White Atmosphere
Like many ferias in the Southwest, the Féria Sen Bertomiu adopts the red and white colors. The town is decorated in these festive hues, and participants are invited to wear the traditional attire. Bandas constantly roam the streets, creating a joyful musical atmosphere that lasts from morning until dawn.
A Natural Setting Between Lake and Forest
Parentis-en-Born benefits from an exceptional natural setting between Lake Biscarrosse-Parentis and the vast pine forest of the Landes. The festivities take advantage of this environment to offer a unique summer atmosphere, blending Landes traditions with the relaxed lifestyle of the Born region.
Practical information — Féria Sen Bertomiu
Access to Parentis-en-Born
By Car
Parentis-en-Born is located 45 km north of Mont-de-Marsan and 75 km south of Bordeaux, accessible via the D652 and D46. Free parking is available around the town center and near the Roland Portalier arena. During the Féria Sen Bertomiu, a special traffic plan is implemented with the closure of certain streets in the center.
By Public Transport
The XL'R network serves Parentis-en-Born from Biscarrosse and Mont-de-Marsan. The Bisca Grands Lacs tourist office provides information on connections and schedules.
By Bike
Parentis-en-Born is accessible via the cycle paths of the Born region, particularly from Lake Biscarrosse-Parentis. Bicycle racks are available in the town center.
Festival Locations
The festivities take place in the streets of the town center, with bullfighting shows at the Roland Portalier arena. Bodegas, estanquets, and food stalls are set up around Place du Général de Gaulle and in the adjacent streets. The funfair offers rides and attractions for all ages.
Schedules
Activities begin in the late morning and continue late into the night for five days. The novillada takes place on Sunday afternoon at the Roland Portalier arena. Landes races and recortadores shows are scheduled in the evening. Open-air concerts are held every evening. The parade of decorated floats goes through the streets of the town center.
Prices
Access to street entertainment, concerts, bandas, and the float parade is free. Bullfighting shows at the Roland Portalier arena are paid. Tickets are on sale at the Parentis-en-Born town hall and at the arena ticket offices on the day of the shows.
Dining
Gastronomic stands offer tapas, Landes specialties, and South-West wines: foie gras, confit, magret, cheeses, Armagnac. The Landes tripe meal on Landes Day is an unmissable convivial moment around this traditional regional dish.
Safety and Recommendations
- A first aid station is set up within the festival perimeter
- Water points are available for cooling off
- Remember to protect yourself from the sun and stay hydrated
- Pets are not allowed in the performance areas
Contact
Mairie de Parentis-en-Born
Place du Général de Gaulle, 40160 Parentis-en-Born
Official website: www.parentis.fr
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Where does it take place — Féria Sen Bertomiu
Arènes Roland Portalier et centre-ville
Place du Général de Gaulle, 40160 Parentis-en-Born