Fête Nationale

Today is Fête Nationale.

Celebrated across France, and marks the anniversary of the storming of the Bastille, which happened on this day in 1789. The Bastille was a medieval armoury/fortress and political prison, and represented royal authority in the centre of Paris. There were only seven inmates at the time, but it was seen as a strike against the monarchies’ abuse of power. Its fall was the kick off for the French Revolution. A key moment in French history.

Our village held its own celebrations last night with a candle lit walk through the village, followed by a spectacular firework display, which lit up the Champagne vineyards with its own fizzing and popping.