Immerse yourself in the heart of the Bayonne Festival with this vibrant and richly detailed illustration by Lotza, a true visual celebration of one of the most iconic events in Southwest France. Through this illustrated map, the artist offers us much more than a simple drawing: she invites us to relive the energy, conviviality, and traditions deeply rooted in Basque identity that make the Bayonne Festival an unmissable summer event.

The scene opens with the arrival of the festayres, those joyful participants dressed in white and red, arriving by train in the lively Petit Bayonne district. This moment symbolizes the start of a popular festival that brings together hundreds of thousands of visitors from all over France – and beyond – every year to celebrate together in a friendly and colorful atmosphere.

Lotza's illustration skillfully incorporates the highlights of the festivities: we can see the famous throwing of the keys from the balcony of the Town Hall, which marks the official opening of the festivities by the mayor of Bayonne. This symbolic gesture is immediately followed by an outpouring of joy in the streets, to the rhythm of bandas, traditional songs, and improvised dances. We can almost hear "La Chanson de l'Aviron Bayonnais" echoing, the official anthem sung in chorus by the jubilant crowds.

The menu also pays tribute to the family traditions that make up the identity of the Bayonne Festival, including Children's Day, a true moment of intergenerational sharing, and the bullfighting events in the arenas, vestiges of a living cultural heritage. Rowing, the city's emblematic sport, also finds its place in the composition, testifying to the festival's deep roots in Bayonne's sporting and historical roots.

With its vibrant colors, abundant details, and dynamic graphic style, this work by Lotza is much more than a souvenir: it is a distillation of emotions, traditions, and collective joy. It will delight lovers of the Basque Country, those passionate about local culture, or simply those who wish to preserve a living trace of this popular festival, unique in France.

To proudly display at home or as a gift, this illustrated card of the Bayonne Festival is a permanent invitation to celebrate, discover and pass on the Basque spirit.