Things to do this Easter in France

France has all of the best Easter events wherever you go. You can celebrate an exciting Easter egg hunt with your family, visit historical attractions or get a basket full of delicious Easter treats. Read on below for more information.

Experience the best Easter treats and sweets

France offers various chocolate shops all over the country itself. There are some cities that are home to some of the country’s best chocolatiers. If you are looking for a unique for your baskets, then go in Paris. Paris offers beautiful chocolate bunnies and awesome egg creations. For example, Jean-Paul Hévin create delicious milk and dark chocolate bunnies. You will find many chocolate fish as well as plenty of Easter eggs with personality. Also, for the fancy chocolate lover, you will want to stop by one of these gourmet chocolate shops: Debauve & Gallais, Patrick Roger, Gérard Mulot, Christian Constant and La Maison du Chocolat.

 

Apart from that, there are many high-end chocolate boutiques decorated with chocolate rabbits and bells in Cannes you shouldn't miss out. These include La Maison du Chocolat, Jean Luc Pele, J.p.paci and Léonidas. Some of these shops provide chocolates covered with sprinkles and decorations. You will even find cookies and cakes for every taste. Moreover, La Maison du Chocolat is one of the perfect chocolatiers in Cannes that creates something fashionable. You can find fine handmade chocolate and pastry creations there.

 

If you plan to spend your Easter holidays in Monaco, you should visit Chocolaterie de Monaco, which offers hand-molded chocolates in all kinds of shapes. In truth, it is famous for its truffles and chocolate treats. Besides, in the event you want to shop Easter gifts for your kids, this place is the perfect one, where you can find the best selection of gourmet Easter chocolate gifts.

Don't miss out on family fun

There's a festive event for every family in France. Just choose the right place to have fun. You can attend the Cannes International Triathlon at first. Also, you can explore the place of Carnival in Nice where you will be able to watch parades and spectacles.

 

The Secours Populaire offers an Easter egg hunt in front of the Eiffel Tower formerly on the Champ-de-Mars. It will be held on Easter Sunday, in Paris of course. If egg hunts aren't exactly your Easter thing, maybe the Antique & Contemporary Art Show in Cannes will tempt you. This is an event for art lovers and will run from 09 to April 17, 2017. You can reach this place during the Easter events by driving a luxury car for rent that GP luxury car hire offers.

 

Visit Corsica if you want to attend the “catenacciu”, an event by re-enacting the crucifixion of Christ on Good Friday. Walk along the Promenade des Anglais in Nice for views of the Baie des Anges. But if you need something different, celebrate Easter by gathering with people to make a giant omelette. This will be held every year on Easter Monday.

Places for church services

For Christians, Easter a religious holiday marking the resurrection of Jesus, so it would be a good idea to go to church. La Sainte Chapelle kicks off its new season of classical music. There will be a selection of musical performances. For the little ones, it will be especiallyan experience they'll never forget.

 

On the other hand, you can enjoy classical music concerts at Notre Dame. As a matter of fact, it's a beautiful cathedral with a soaring interior. It will also surprise you with its majestic stained glass windows. Additionally, there are so many other historic churches and cathedrals at some cities in France that offer church services such as in Bordeaux, Nice, Marseille, etc.