Contemporary art and photography in the city of Lectoure
Since 1990, L'Été Photographique de Lectoure has been a must-attend event for contemporary photography in France. Organized by the Lectoure Center for Art and Photography, the festival presents a dozen exhibitions every summer in the heritage sites of this Gascon city.
The festival takes over public and private spaces in Lectoure: private mansions, chapels, gardens, vaulted cellars. This dialogue between contemporary works and historical architecture creates a unique experience for the visitor, who discovers the city while exploring current photographic practices.
Each edition invites French and international artists to exhibit their work. The festival showcases the diversity of contemporary photography: reportage, portrait, landscape, installation, video, digital art. Artist residencies allow for the creation of specific works for the venues.
Conferences, guided tours, screenings, and meetings with artists complement the exhibition program. The festival also offers photography workshops for all audiences.
The 2026 edition will be held from July 11 to September 20, 2026, in Lectoure.
Lectoure is located in the Gers region, about 1 hour 30 minutes from Toulouse via the N21 then the D7. Free parking at the entrance of the city.
Free admission for most exhibitions. Some events are ticketed.
Exhibitions open daily from July to September. Hours vary depending on the venue.
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Centre d'art et de photographie de Lectoure et lieux patrimoniaux
Centre d'art et de photographie, 32700 Lectoure