La Route des Imaginaires
Cyclo-cultural festival on the Voie Verte du Marsan et de l'Armagnac
About Route des Imaginaires
La Route des Imaginaires is a free cyclo-cultural festival organized since 2010 by the Association Montoise d'Animations Culturelles (CaféMusic) in Mont-de-Marsan. Every year on the third weekend of September, as part of the European Heritage Days, the festival offers two days of discoveries combining cycling, live performances, music, gastronomy, and local heritage. Saturday in town and Sunday by bike on the Voie Verte du Marsan et de l'Armagnac, this festive and popular event celebrates the culture and nature of the Landes region.
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A unique cyclo-cultural festival in the Landes
La Route des Imaginaires is a unique festival that has been combining two passions since 2010: cycling and culture. Organized by the CaféMusic of Mont-de-Marsan (Association Montoise d'Animations Culturelles), this free festival takes place every year on the third weekend of September, as part of the European Heritage Days.
Two days, two locations, two atmospheres
The festival unfolds over two complementary days. On Saturday, the festivities take over the city center of Mont-de-Marsan with street performances, concerts on the banks of the Midouze river, artistic installations, and family activities. On Sunday, La Route des Imaginaires truly comes into its own: a bike ride on the Voie Verte du Marsan et de l'Armagnac takes participants to discover local heritage, punctuated by shows, artistic performances, and gourmet stops in the villages along the way.
Performances, circus, and music along the route
Throughout the cycling route, performing arts companies take over unexpected places: circus troupes perform in village arenas, musicians liven up the stops, storytellers share local legends, and ephemeral artistic installations transform the landscape. The festival notably hosted the Spanish company Pakipaya in the Villeneuve-de-Marsan arena.
Heritage and gastronomy
La Route des Imaginaires is also an invitation to discover the built and natural heritage of the Marsan and Armagnac region of the Landes. Participants travel through varied landscapes, from pine forests to vineyards, passing through Gascon villages. Gourmet stops offer the chance to taste local Landes products in a friendly and festive atmosphere.
An eco-responsible event
By its very nature, the festival embodies an eco-responsible approach: cycling as a mode of transport, the promotion of short supply chains and local products, the discovery of nearby heritage, and social connection between participants of all ages make La Route des Imaginaires a model of sustainable festival.
Practical information — Route des Imaginaires
Dates
The festival takes place every year on the third weekend of September, as part of the European Heritage Days.
Typical Program
Saturday
Activities, performances, and concerts in the city center of Mont-de-Marsan, from approximately 4 PM to 8 PM. Meeting point at CaféMusic and on the banks of the Midouze river.
Sunday
Bike ride on the Voie Verte du Marsan et de l'Armagnac, from 9:30 AM to 6 PM. Departure from CaféMusic in Mont-de-Marsan, route dotted with performances and gourmet stops.
Prices
The festival is completely free and open to all. No registration or reservation is required. Just bring your bike on Sunday to participate in the ride.
Access
Starting point at CaféMusic, 4 cale de la Marine, 40000 Mont-de-Marsan. Free parking nearby. The Voie Verte is accessible to all levels of cyclists.
Equipment
Bring your bike in good working order, a helmet (recommended), water, and sun protection. The route is accessible to city bikes, hybrid bikes, and electric-assist bikes.
Contact
CaféMusic
4 cale de la Marine
40000 Mont-de-Marsan
Phone: 05 58 85 92 92
Website: lecafemusic.com
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Where does it take place — Route des Imaginaires
CaféMusic et Voie Verte du Marsan et de l'Armagnac
4 cale de la Marine, 40000 Mont-de-Marsan