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The Festivals and conventions palace; the french Palais des festivals et des congrès, welcomes the biggest stars to be photographed during the famous ascent of the steps. Needless to say, it's a pretty busy place for photographers. But this palace has other functions, as it is officially called the Palais des festivals et des congrès.
It can also host meetings or corporate projects.
The red carpet at the Festivals and conventions palace in Cannes
In fact, 24 red-carpeted steps have become emblematic of the Cannes International Film Festival.
These famous steps are accessible to all, and you can even climb them and have your picture taken with friends, like the star you are, outside festival periods, of course.
And, pleasant surprise, many artists' effigies await you at the top of the steps. In fact, you can even have your photo taken with a famous actor or actress. But when we tell you that at the Palais des festivals in Cannes, you're the star!
More than just the Cannes Film Festival
There are several festivals in Cannes, in addition to the famous Cannes International Film Festival:
- a Festival of Pyrotechnic Art,
- also an International Games Festival,
The Palais des festival is also a magnificent performance venue that opens its doors throughout the year for concerts, plays, comedy shows, etc.
This Palais des festival in Cannes is also home to... the Office du tourisme.
The star trail at the Palais des festivals et des congrès>
Film stars have left their handprints in aluminum casts. These casts line the Palais des Festivals. They are accessible to all. It won't be easy to see them all, as there are so many. In fact, there are more than 150 of them around the Palais and gardens.
Practical information
Palais des festivals et des congrès
1, boulevard de la Croisette
06400 Cannes
Informations Côte d'Azur
Jean-Marc Foulquier