RTT Festival
European Roof Top Tent Festival at Lac de Madine
About RTT Festival
The RTT Festival (Roof Top Tent Festival) is the European roof top tent festival, a unique event held at Lac de Madine, on the Heudicourt-sous-les-Côtes site in Meuse. This gathering brings together van life, outdoor camping, and adventure enthusiasts around the roof top tent. The program includes an exhibition with over 40 exhibitors (manufacturers, equipment suppliers), conferences and adventurer testimonials, test zones, outdoor cooking workshops, and concerts.
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RTT Festival: The European Roof Top Tent Rendezvous
The RTT Festival (Roof Top Tent Festival) is a unique event in Europe, entirely dedicated to the world of roof top tents and outdoor camping. Organized on the shores of Lac de Madine, at the Heudicourt-sous-les-Côtes site in Meuse, this festival brings together thousands of van life, road trip, and outdoor adventure enthusiasts every year.
A Reference Exhibition
The heart of the RTT Festival is a professional and public exhibition featuring over 40 exhibitors:
- Roof top tent manufacturers: the biggest European brands like NaitUp, Fairtent, Camper X, Roof Space, SB Camp, and Edelpick present their latest innovations
- Outdoor equipment suppliers: renowned brands like Decathlon and Primus offer camping gear, accessories, and practical solutions
- Automotive manufacturers: brands like Isuzu showcase their vehicles adapted for bivouacking and adventure
- Test zones: dedicated areas to try out roof top tents and equipment in real conditions
Conferences and Adventurer Testimonials
The RTT Festival offers a rich program of conferences and testimonials:
- Travel stories and roof top tent adventures from around the world
- Themed conferences on insurance, family bivouacking, regulations, and best practices
- Meet-and-greets with adventurers and outdoor camping influencers
Workshops and Activities
Beyond the exhibition and conferences, the festival offers numerous activities:
- Outdoor cooking workshops: campfire cooking and camping cooking sessions
- Concerts: musical evenings to extend the festive atmosphere
- Nature activities: hiking, mountain biking, and water sports on Lac de Madine
- Vehicle gatherings: exhibition of vans, 4x4s, and converted vehicles
Lac de Madine, the Ideal Setting
The choice of Lac de Madine as the festival location is no coincidence. This vast 1,100-hectare body of water in the heart of the Lorraine Regional Natural Park offers an exceptional natural setting for an outdoor gathering. Participants can bivouac on-site with their roof top tent, enjoy the leisure center's activities, and discover the area's natural and heritage riches.
RTT Festival — edition 2026
The 5th edition of the RTT Festival will take place from September 11 to 13, 2026, at Lac de Madine, Heudicourt-sous-les-Côtes site. The program includes expanded test zones, enriched activities, thematic conferences, and strengthened partnerships with manufacturers and equipment suppliers, as well as a dedicated section for exhibited vehicles.
5th Edition - September 11-13, 2026
The RTT Festival returns for its 5th edition from September 11 to 13, 2026, at Lac de Madine. The program includes expanded test zones, enriched activities, thematic conferences, and strengthened partnerships with manufacturers and equipment suppliers. New for 2026: a dedicated section for exhibited vehicles for automotive outdoor enthusiasts.
Highlights RTT Festival 2026
Highlights for 2026
- 5th edition of the European roof top tent festival
- September 11-13, 2026 at Lac de Madine
- Expanded test zones and enriched activities
- Exhibited vehicles section, new for 2026
Prices RTT Festival 2026
Practical information — RTT Festival
Practical Information
Access and Transport
By car: The Heudicourt-sous-les-Côtes site at Lac de Madine is accessible from the A4 motorway (Fresnes-en-Woëvre exit), then follow signs for Vigneulles-lès-Hattonchâtel and Lac de Madine (north access). From Metz: approximately 60 km (1 hour drive). From Verdun: approximately 30 km (30 minutes). From Nancy: approximately 70 km (1 hour). Ample parking is available on site, suitable for vehicles equipped with roof top tents and vans.
By train: The nearest station is Commercy (TER Grand Est from Nancy and Bar-le-Duc). From the station, a car journey of about 25 minutes is necessary. Carpooling among participants is regularly organized via the festival's social media channels.
Location
The festival takes place at the Heudicourt-sous-les-Côtes site, Base de loisirs du Lac de Madine, 55210 Heudicourt-sous-les-Côtes. The site offers a vast outdoor space by the lake, ideal for vehicle exhibitions and test zones.
Registration and Ticketing
Tickets are available online on the Billetweb platform. Various packages are offered: day pass, full weekend pass, and bivouac package including camping spot. It is highly recommended to book in advance, as spots are limited and the event's popularity grows each year. Early bird discounts are available.
Bivouac and Camping
Bivouacking on site is possible and even encouraged with your roof top tent, van, or campervan. Designated spots are reserved for festival participants in the dedicated area. Showers and restrooms are available on site thanks to the leisure center's facilities. Electricity is not available at the spots: plan for batteries and autonomous solutions.
Food and Drink
Food trucks and catering areas are present on site throughout the festival, offering a variety of food suitable for the outdoor spirit: grills, cooked meals, crepes, and drinks. A bar is also open in the evenings.
Weather and Equipment
As the festival takes place outdoors in September, pack warm clothing for the evenings and rain gear. Walking shoes are recommended for moving around the site (grassy terrain). If you are bivouacking, bring a sleeping bag suitable for September nights in Lorraine.
Contact
Official website: rttfestival.com. Ticketing: billetweb.fr
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Where does it take place — RTT Festival
Lac de Madine - Site d'Heudicourt-sous-les-Côtes
Base de loisirs du Lac de Madine, 55210 Nonsard-Lamarche