Düsseldorf France Festival. July 05 – 07, 2019

Learning vocabulary in a different way

Restaurant, bistro, perfume, camembert, baguette, praline, quiche, café and cognac. In fact, this list, or at least a very similar one, was the result of a quick poll in our very first French lesson. The answers to the question of how many French words come to our mind. Obviously quite a lot. We were thrilled. That seemed quite simple with the new language. However, I have to admit that it became a little more difficult in the further course of this language course. What do I mean? If I take a look at this “vocabulary list”, I notice that a lot has to do with “joie de vivre”.

You can see for yourself this coming weekend that this is indeed the case. France is just around the corner this weekend, and in fact, just a few steps away.

France is just around the corner

On the 19th Duesseldorf France Festival around the town hall in the old town, and at the Rhine bank promenade, the French attitude to life presents itself with varied feasts and treats, and quite a lot of music. Language and literature are also represented by the Düsseldorf Francais Institute. And French books can also be bought at the various stands. Just like  lavender soap and an all-time maritime classic, the striped sailor shirt from Brittany.

And with the “Tour de Düsseldorf”, about 150 French classic cars will be arriving. Very stylish, like Jean Gabin or Alain Delon at their time. Of course, there are also a few “icons”, such as the classic black “Gangsterlimousine”, the Citroen Traction Avant, and the “divine” DS (=Deesse, “Goddess”). Sure, but also some classic cars, which may not be too familiar to you yet. In short, a feast for all the senses. Because there is a lot to eat and drink, to watch and listen to.

A feast for all the senses

The individual French regions introduce themselves culinarily: Olive oil from Provence, sausage from Savoy, cheese from Auvergne. Wine from Toulouse. Travel from north to south, from Brittany to the Riviera, and see how it tastes. Around 120 exhibitors will present French regional cuisines and wine cellars. The musical stage programme ranges from soul and pop to jazz and swing. Dom Colmé is a “classic” of the chanson on stage. And with “L.E.J.”, namely Lucie, Elisa and Juliette, a band presents itself that is probably still an insider tip here and already a mega event in France.

Maybe you’d like to take a language course yourself? The Institut Francais presents with a wink a 7-minute crash course that gives you everything you need for your next trip to France. Crepe, Galette, Café au Lait. It’s not that difficult!

By the way, “weekend” in French means “week-end”. You probably already know it. And this is why I wish you:
Passez un bon week-end! Bon voyage en France!