Terres de Granit Festival
Classical music festival in the heart of Creuse granite in Fransèches
About Terres de Granit
Classical music in a granite setting
The Terres de Granit Festival combines musical excellence and Creuse heritage in an exceptional natural setting. Every summer, on the last weekend of July, the commune of Fransèches hosts classical music concerts in places steeped in history and beauty, where the omnipresent granite lends a unique atmosphere to the performances.
Remarkable concert venues
The festival unfolds in three emblematic sites of the region: the Théâtre de verdure des Essarts, an open-air natural setting ideal for summer concerts; the Église de Fransèches, whose acoustics enhance instrumental performances; and the village of Masgot, famous for its granite sculptures, offering a unique artistic backdrop. This diversity of venues enriches the musical experience and invites exploration of the local heritage.
Accessible and varied programming
True to its mission of making classical music accessible to all, the festival offers varied programming mixing diverse instrumental ensembles — guitar, string ensembles, choirs — accompanied by local ensembles such as the Archets Creusois. The Terres de Granit association and the Fransèches Festival Committee join forces to make this event a moment of cultural sharing rooted in the territory.
Terres de Granit — edition 2026
6th edition of the Festival Terres de Granit, a classical music festival in Creuse, on Friday, July 24 and Saturday, July 25, 2026 in Fransèches. Two concerts in heritage sites of the Creuse granite region.
Festival Terres de Granit 2026 — 6th edition
The Festival Terres de Granit returns for its 6th edition on Friday, July 24 and Saturday, July 25, 2026 in Fransèches, Creuse. True to its mission of combining accessibility and artistic excellence, it offers two concerts in remarkable sites of the Creuse granite region.
On Friday evening, the concert takes place in the Saint-Denis church in Fransèches; on Saturday, outdoors at the Théâtre de verdure des Essarts (possible fallback to the Saint-Sylvain church in Ahun depending on the weather).
Programme Terres de Granit 2026
Friday, July 24, 2026 — 8:00 PM
Saint-Denis Church in Fransèches — reservation required
- Korsak Collet Duo (Natalia Korsak and Matthias Collet) — a program for plucked strings combining domra (Russian lute), mandolin, and guitar.
Saturday, July 25, 2026 — 7:00 PM
Théâtre de verdure des Essarts (or Saint-Sylvain Church in Ahun depending on the weather)
- Sexteto Sonero, with Nuné Jova Martinez — a group of musicians specializing in Afro-Latin Cuban music: revisited sones, salsas, and boleros.
Highlights Terres de Granit 2026
- Concerts in three heritage sites
- Classical music accessible to all
- Discovery of the granite heritage
- Masgot village and its sculptures
Prices Terres de Granit 2026
Practical information — Terres de Granit
Practical information
Location
Théâtre de verdure des Essarts, Église de Fransèches and village of Masgot, 23480 Fransèches.
Access
- By car: Fransèches is located 30 km south of Guéret, accessible via the D941 then the D13. Free parking on site.
- By train: Ahun station (20 km) or Guéret station (30 km).
Prices
- Affordable prices, check the festival website
Contact
- Website: terresdegranit.fr
- Terres de Granit Association
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Where does it take place — Terres de Granit
Théâtre de verdure des Essarts et église Saint-Denis de Fransèches
Fransèches, 23480 Fransèches