Top 5 ideas for celebrating a birthday in France

If there’s one date that’s unique to us all, it’s our birthday. Celebrating the day we were born is a tradition so deeply rooted in our Western customs that over time, or rather over the years, some of us hesitate to mark the occasion and celebrate our extra year on this earth. But you have to treat yourself once in a while! That’s why Navaway, your faithful pocket companion and best adviser on good ideas, has come up with a few ideas for birthday parties, some more original than others.

Where to celebrate your birthday in France?

1. A birthday aboard a barge in Paris

Navaway can’t begin this ranking without mentioning the capital par excellence, which is none other than Paris. This city, whose name makes so many people dream, is the ideal place to celebrate your birthday… On a barge! You can hire a boat from 8pm to 2am for a birthday partyon a barge in Paris, with a DJ. You can invite at least forty people: friends and family are welcome! A little extra: top-of-the-range gastronomy awaits you, where the various refined dishes produce an explosion of flavour in the mouth…

2. A birthday party in the mountains of the Alps

Are you the kind of person who loves walks in the woods and appreciates special moments in the great outdoors? Celebrating your birthday with your nearest and dearest in a small gîte nestling in the heart of a mountain will do you a world of good. After all, there’s no better gift you could give yourself than a breath of fresh air in a peaceful setting where peace and tranquillity reign supreme. For even more pleasure, don’t forget to recharge your batteries at the famous Grands Bains de Serre Chevalier.

3. A day in an amusement park

You may be a year older, but you’re never too old for a day out at an amusement park. And the least we can say is that in France, there’s plenty to choose from: Disneyland and Parc Astérix in Paris; Futuroscope in Poitou; Terra Botanica in Angers… There’s nothing better than a day full of laughter and excitement, where you can climb aboard thrilling rides and attractions of all kinds, while sampling sweet specialities.

4. Enjoy an artistic activity

If you’re not particularly fond of parties and champagne, and prefer to celebrate your birthday with a fun, artistic activity, you’ll be delighted to take part in a creative day in the studio. Paint, build, sculpt and draw works that will make a memorable souvenir of your birthday that you can keep for life. Explore your artistic soul in depth!

5. Going to a Gala or Cocktail Party

On your birthday, dress up in your finest and head for a sophisticated venue. This is a prestigious occasion, especially for couples: Get out on the dance floor with your partner, while letting yourself be carried and lulled by the music. Treat your palate to unique dishes and make the most of your evening with an entertaining programme and artistic performances.