Noces Bretonnes d'Augan
A real wedding for fake in the purest Breton tradition
About Noces Bretonnes
The Noces Bretonnes d'Augan are an annual reconstruction of a Breton wedding between the two World Wars, organized every first Sunday of August for over 50 years. Hundreds of participants in traditional Breton costumes form a wedding procession from the town hall to the church, followed by a wedding banquet in the open air on the meadow and a traditional ball under a marquee. This unique event perpetuates the traditions of the Gallo region with authenticity and conviviality.
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More than 50 years of Breton wedding tradition
For over fifty years, the commune of Augan, in the heart of the Gallo region in Morbihan, has been perpetuating the tradition of the Noces Bretonnes. Every first Sunday of August, hundreds of participants don the traditional Breton costumes of the inter-war period to recreate an old-fashioned wedding, with the utmost respect for local customs and traditions.
The wedding procession: a colorful spectacle
The day begins with the formation of the wedding procession at 9 am, Place de la Poste. The bride and groom, surrounded by their family and guests in Breton costumes, first go to the town hall for the civil ceremony, then to the church for the religious ceremony, led by the Sonnous du Pays (traditional musicians). This colorful procession crosses the streets of Augan to the applause of the spectators, offering a lively and moving spectacle.
The wedding banquet: an outdoor feast
After the ceremony, guests gather on the meadow for the traditional outdoor wedding meal. Prepared by the festival committee and served under marquees, this banquet brings together several hundred guests for traditional Breton dishes. The atmosphere is festive, sharing, and convivial, in the pure tradition of Breton weddings of yesteryear.
Fest-deiz and grand ball
The afternoon continues with a fest-deiz (traditional daytime ball), where experienced and beginner dancers gather on the dance floor to the sound of musicians and Breton music groups. The day concludes with a grand ball under a marquee that extends the festivities late into the evening.
An authentic and unifying event
The Noces Bretonnes d'Augan are distinguished by their authenticity. Far from being a mere folk reenactment, they are the result of meticulous work to preserve the traditions of the Gallo region, carried by the festival committee of Augan and passed down from generation to generation. The event unites the entire local community, mobilized to prepare meals, set up marquees, and welcome visitors.
Noces Bretonnes — edition 2026
Noces Bretonnes d'Augan on Sunday, August 2nd, 2026. Reconstruction of a traditional Breton wedding with a procession in costume, ceremony, outdoor wedding banquet, and fest-deiz.
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Practical information — Noces Bretonnes
Date
The Noces Bretonnes take place every first Sunday of August. The procession forms at 9 am at Place de la Poste.
Access
By car: Augan is located 15 km north of Malestroit and 40 km from Vannes via the D778 then the D134. Free parking in the village.
Prices
The procession and street entertainment are free. The wedding meal is by reservation (prices provided by the festival committee).
Reservations
As the wedding banquet has a limited number of places, it is essential to book in advance with the Augan festival committee.
Accommodation
Accommodation available in Augan and surrounding towns (Malestroit, Ploërmel). Information from the Brocéliande Tourist Office.
Contact
- Augan Festival Committee: augan.bzh
Accessibility
The village of Augan is accessible to people with reduced mobility for the procession and the meal under the marquee. The church may present access difficulties for wheelchairs. Contact the festival committee for any specific requests.
Catering
The wedding meal is the highlight of the day. It is served outdoors under marquees and includes several traditional Breton dishes. Reservation is mandatory and places are limited. For those not attending the banquet, crepe and drink stands are usually available near the site.
Practical advice
Spectators are invited to come in festive attire. Wearing Breton costume, although not mandatory, is greatly appreciated and contributes to the atmosphere of the day. Bring sun protection and a hat in case of good weather (the meal is taken outdoors). In case of rain, the event is held under the marquees. As the event takes place over a full day (from 9 am to the end of the ball in the evening), plan for nearby accommodation if necessary.
Photography
Photos and videos are authorized and encouraged during the procession and festivities. Images contribute to the collective memory of this unique event.
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Where does it take place — Noces Bretonnes
Bourg d'Augan
Le Bourg, Augan, 56800 Augan