Groix International Film Festival of Islands
The film festival celebrating island cultures from around the world
About FIFIG
The Groix International Film Festival of Islands (FIFIG) is a unique film festival dedicated to island cultures and island life across the globe. Created in 2001 on the island of Groix, off the coast of Lorient, FIFIG offers a program of documentaries, features, and short films dedicated to islands and their inhabitants every August. For five days, Port-Lay and various locations on the island host screenings, concerts, exhibitions, and meetings in a friendly and festive atmosphere. Each edition highlights a guest island or archipelago.
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FIFIG: Island Cinema on the Island of Groix
Since 2001, the Groix International Film Festival of Islands (FIFIG) has offered a unique window into island cultures from around the world through cinema. Located on the island of Groix, a 45-minute boat ride from Lorient, the festival benefits from an authentic island setting that echoes its theme.
Islands on Screen
Each year, FIFIG programs a selection of documentaries, features, and short films that explore the diversity of island worlds: daily life on the islands, maritime traditions, environmental issues, migrations, cultural identities, and the relationship between islanders and the sea. The films come from all continents, offering an exceptionally rich cinematic panorama.
A Guest Island Each Year
Each edition of FIFIG highlights a guest island or archipelago, with a special program of films, exhibitions, and meetings dedicated to it. In 2025, the islands of Quebec were honored, and the 2026 edition will celebrate imaginary islands for the festival's 25th anniversary.
More Than a Film Festival
Beyond screenings, FIFIG offers a full program of cultural events:
- Outdoor and indoor concerts, showcasing island music
- Exhibitions of photography, painting, and visual arts
- Meetings with directors and actors from the programmed films
- Film competitions with jury awards
- Activities for all audiences at the Port-Lay and village sites
Groix, an Exceptional Island
The island of Groix, a nature reserve for its unique geology and mineral sand beaches, offers an exceptional setting for the festival. Its wild coastal landscapes, its Port-Tudy harbor, its hiking trails, and its maritime heritage provide an ideal backdrop for a festival dedicated to island cultures.
FIFIG — edition 2026
The 25th edition of FIFIG will be held from August 19 to 23, 2026, on the island of Groix. For this anniversary, the festival will celebrate imaginary islands, offering a special program combining cinema, literature, and artistic creation.
25th Edition – FIFIG 2026: Imaginary Islands
For its 25th anniversary, FIFIG will take place from August 19 to 23, 2026, on the island of Groix. The theme of this anniversary edition will be imaginary islands, a program combining cinema, literature, and artistic creation that explores the dreamlike and mythological representations of islands.
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Practical Information
Access to the Island of Groix
By boat: Compagnie Océane operates the ferry service between Lorient and Groix year-round. The crossing takes 45 minutes. In summer, there are frequent departures (up to 8 round trips per day). It is advisable to book in advance during the festival period.
Note: It is recommended to leave your car in Lorient (parking available near the ferry terminal) and to get around the island on foot, by bicycle, or by bus.
Festival Venues
Screenings and activities mainly take place in Port-Lay, a small port on the south of the island, and in various locations in the village of Groix.
Ticketing
Festival passes and single-session tickets are available. Check the official website for detailed prices.
Accommodation
The island of Groix offers hotels, B&Bs, campsites, and seasonal rentals. Very early booking is essential during the festival.
Contact
FIFIG – Port-Lay, BP 35, 56590 Groix – Tel: 02 97 86 57 44 – Website: www.filminsulaire.com
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Port-Lay et île de Groix
Port-Lay, BP 35, 56590 Groix