Foire du Trône, The most iconic fair in Paris

The Foire du Trône takes place in Paris from March 31st – May 28th 2017. It’s the largest fairground in France. There are more than 350 rides and stalls on the Pelouse de Reuilly (in the Bois de Vincennes park) for 2 months! 
For its 1060th year, the Foire du Trône welcomes kids and adults with 80 rides for sixty days of fun and thrills.
 

Enjoy fantastic days out for people of all ages at the Foire du Trône in central Paris!

A true cultural gathering, the Foire du Trône brings together people of all ages! Around 5 million visitors are expected over 2 months. Historically, the Foire du Trône was a medieval festival. Today the Foire du Trône is a real economic powerhouse.
 
Although entry is free, you have to pay for the rides as well as the numerous on-site cafes and restaurants.
 

 
This event also brings together a number of specialized trades: fairground entertainers, artists and craftsmen all work together to make the fair a fun and exciting event!
 
During your time in Paris, make the most of a fair full of people from all over the world getting together to have fun!
 
Find more information on the Foire du Trône’s official website.
 

The 2017 Inauguration Evening

The 1060th year of the Foire du Trône will start with the traditional inauguration charity evening.
For 2017, the inauguration evening will be held on Friday 31st March. Since the Petits Princesassociation is celebrating its 30th anniversary, the show will donate the profits to the members of the association that is dedicated to make the dreams of terminally ill children come true.
 
Date: 31st March 2017
Schedule: 6pm to 11pm
Price: 25€ adult and 15€ child
 

Foire du Trône 2017: practical information

Dates and Schedules

The Foire du Trône of Paris run from Friday 31st March 2017 to Sunday 28th May 2017.
 
The 1060th annual Foire du Trône will be open everyday from noon to midnight, except on Saturdays and days before bank holidays when it will stay open from noon to 1am.
 
Find more information on the Foire du Trône’s official website.
 

Tickets and prices

You can buy your tickets and entry pass at the ticket counter or online at the following shops: Carrefour, Auchan, Fnac or directly at the Foire du Trône’s ticket counter.
 
Entry on 31st March 2017: 25€ adults, 15€ children
Entry starting from 1st April 2017: Free, you only pay for the rides (2€-10€)
Pass 26 tickets (10 free rides, 16 discount voucher): 29.90 (normal), 25.90€ (group), 27.90€ (members).
 
Find more details about the 26 ticket pass on the Fnac’s ticketing space.
 

Getting to the Foire du Trône 2017

Address: Pelouse de Reuilly- Porte Dorée, Rue Du Cardinal Lavigerie, 75012 Paris.
 
There are several ways of getting to the Foire du Trône:
-Métro line 8 station Porte Dorée
-Tramway 3a station Porte Dorée
-RER A ou D station Gare de Lyon then bus 87 station Porte de Reuilly
-Bus 87 station Porte de Reuilly
 
 
Lodgis hopes you enjoy your time at the Foire du Trône 2017! And for those who would like to enjoy themselves even more and relax while watching a movie, we recommend that you read our previous post about Paris’ most famous cinemas!