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Europe's Premier Canoe Rendezvous.

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April 30 - May 3, 2026

Mirabel-et-Blacons
Drôme river, France

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Europe’s Premier Canoe Rendezvous.

The Open Canoe Festival is the biggest rendezvous dedicated to canoe lovers from Europe’s four corners. 600 participants each year and 12 countries. Join the tribe !
27 March 2026
From the rivers of Quebec to paddlers around the world: the story of Esquif

This year, Quebec takes center stage at the Open Canoe Festival. A land of powerful rivers and vast lakes nestled between mountains and forests, it has inspired generations of paddlers—and is also the birthplace of a canoe brand renowned for its durability and performance: Esquif Canoes. Some rivers have become almost mythical for those who […]

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27 March 2026
Few hours left before the price change!

After March 30, it gets (a little) more expensive. Places are limited. Don’t wait any longer to register! There are some events that come up every year and that you pass by saying to yourself: "not concerned" or "déjà vu". I'm interested in the river, in paddling sports in general, in outdoor sports, I do […]

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