210th anniversary of Napoleon’s landing at Golfe-Juan
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The 210th anniversary of Napoleon’s landing at Golfe-Juan is marked by major events. It takes place on March 1, 2025.
Program of the 210th anniversary of Napoleon’s landing at Golfe-Juan
Saturday, March 1, 2025
- At 10:30 am, re-enactment of Napoleon’s landing at Golfe-Juan, Plage du Soleil, with skiffs, pointus and sailboats. Troops review, followed by a parade of 350 Napoleonic soldiers in period uniforms, around 11 a.m.
- At 3pm, re-enactment of the Battle of Ulm (1805).
- At 6pm, “Le Soleil d’Austerlitz” show.
Sunday, March 2, 2025
- At 10:30 am, re-enactment of the famous battle of Austerlitz.
All weekend
Animations at the imperial village on the Old Port, Avenue des Frères Roustan.
- Conferences (french language)
12:00: Conference by Gaston Leroux-Lenci, historian, general secretary of the Souvenir napoléonien, “Pauvre Docteur Guillotin!”
2:00 pm: Lecture by Jean Fontanelli, “Golfe-Juan, le 1er mars 1815”.
5:00 pm: Lecture by Eric Teyssier, University professor and writer,
“Napoleon and the 100 days”. - Tour of the bivouac, with historical tents and Napoleonic soldiers.
- Exhibitions, piano concerts “Napoléon, mécène des Arts” by Julien Belmonte, 19th-century imperial dances, period weapons, etc.
Practical information
Imperial Village
Saturday, March 1, 2025 from 10:00 am to 6:30 pm
Sunday, March 2, 2025 from 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
The 210th anniversary of Napoleon’s landing at Golfe-Juan is quite a significant event, marked by major events on March 1, 2025. I was particularly intrigued by the historical significance of this location, having visited the French Riviera coastline with my family last summer. We stumbled upon a beautiful marina near Vallauris, which seemed like a hidden gem, and I couldn’t help but think of the rich history that surrounds this area. The parallel between the historical landing sites and the modern-day marinas is something I have been thinking about because it highlights the blend of history and modernity that the French Riviera embodies. As a Muslim family, we also appreciated the availability of halal food options in the area, which made our trip even more enjoyable. I wonder, will the anniversary events include any nods to the multiculturalism of the region, and how will they balance the historical commemoration with the modern-day attractions that draw tourists to the area?