Peisey-Nancroix celebrates its Savoyard heritage

📅 Every August 15th, since 1948 (except during the COVID years), the village of Peisey-Nancroix comes alive for a vibrant day honoring its mountain culture and history.

🏔️ On the program:

• 🎭 Parades in traditional costumes

• 🎶 Folk music and live performances

• 🍽️ Local products and Savoyard specialties

• 🧵 Crafts and ancestral know-how

🏘️ A village in celebration:

• Local shops join the festivities, embracing the Savoyard spirit

• The Lonzagne cable car adjusts its schedule to ease access

• The village of Peisey and the Rosuel valley are the beating heart of this celebration

🧡 A warm, authentic, and charming day — not to be missed if you're in the valley!

📍 A Living Tradition

The day begins with mass (in French) at Peisey’s church, a meaningful moment that honors the deep religious roots of the village.

• 🕘 Time: early morning (09:00)
• ⚠️ High attendance: arrive early to secure a seat
• 🙏 Atmosphere: solemn and spiritual

🚜 The Grand Parade

Right after the mass, the village comes alive with a festive parade of floats through the streets:

• 🎭 Scenes of traditional life: farming, skiing, firefighters, crafts…
• 👗 Period costumes proudly worn by locals
• 🎤 Live commentary broadcast along the route by the festival committee

🚗 Practical Info

• 📌 Limited parking: consider taking shuttles or walking
• 🚡 Busy Lonzagne lift: expect longer wait times

🎶 All-Day Activities:

• 💃 Folk dancing with traditional Savoyard music
• 🧀 Live Beaufort cheese-making demonstration
• 🪂 Paragliding show in the skies
• 🪙 Artisanal coin striking
• 🧶 Alpaca wool weaving
• 🪓 Axe throwing for the bold-hearted

👑 Highlights of the Day:

• 🏆 Best float contest
• 👸 Crowning of the Queen of Peisey-Nancroix

🍽️ On-Site Amenities:

• 🍔 Food and refreshments available all day
• 🎟️ Raffle with plenty of prizes to win
• 🎭 Shows and entertainment for all ages

🎇 A Grand Finale:

• 🍽️ Outdoor communal meal
• 🎵 Festive concert
• 🎆 Fireworks to close this exceptional celebration in style