Loire Festival Celebrated in Le Pellerin on May 1, 2026

A local river festival was held on 1 May 2026 in Le Pellerin, France, coinciding with Labour Day. Rowing crews from the Centre Nautique Sèvre‑et‑Loire took to the Loire, accompanied by community members and local officials. Eric, president of the XV Rameur rowing club, welcomed participants, and the event featured boat trips, a communal cake and other festivities. The celebration highlighted the town’s connection to the river and its rowing tradition.

The day concluded with participants returning to the CNSL hangar after a relaxed afternoon on the water, marking a successful community gathering centered on the Loire.