
The Best Techno Festivals in France (2025)
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In 2025, the techno scene in France promises to be dynamic and diverse, with unmissable festivals not to be missed. From sunny beaches to snow-capped mountains, each event promises a unique experience, combining electrifying beats and spectacular atmospheres. Discover our selection of the most anticipated techno festivals of the year, and prepare for a total immersion in the French electro universe.
Olympiad Festival 2025: Techno fusion and alternative culture

The Olympiad Festival 2025 returns for a fourth edition that promises to be even more spectacular. Organized by the Morninglory team, this festival combines underground electronic music , artistic performances and alternative fashion , all in an exceptional location: Le Prieurรฉ de Vernelle , a 12th-century castle-monastery. For 4 days, immerse yourself in a historic setting transformed into a temple of celebration, with immersive scenographies, dance floors in unusual places like a chapel or a royal glass roof, and a chill floor in the heart of nature. This festival offers a unique experience just a stone's throw from Paris, where culture and music meet to create an incomparable atmosphere.
๐๏ธ Date : From May 29 to June 1, 2025
๐ Location : The Priory of Vernelle, 35 km from Paris
๐ต Price : โฌ112.35 for the 4-day pass with camping included
๐ง Style : Techno, electro, underground culture
๐๏ธ Unique location : A 12th-century castle-monastery with dance floors in the chapel and the royal glass roof, and a chill floor in the forest
๐ Access : Shuttles available from Paris, parking near the campsite
๐ Reserve your seats
Ethereal Decibel Festival 2025: the psychedelic universe in Normandy

The Ethereal Decibel Festival 2025 returns from July 4th to 6th in a bucolic setting in Buais-Les-Monts , Normandy. Organized by the Ethereal Decibel Company , this festival celebrates the most immersive forms of psychedelic art and music. With a program that brings together more than 150 artists from all over the world each year, the event attracts thousands of enthusiasts. The program includes psytrance , progressive , and dark psy in an environment conducive to discovery and immersion. A true musical and artistic journey, where creativity is expressed in all its forms, from live performances to visual installations.
๐๏ธ Date : July 4-6, 2025
๐ Location : Les Touches, 50640 Buais-Les-Monts, France (one hour from Rennes)
๐ต Price : Tickets coming soon (stay connected)
๐ง Style : Psytrance, progressive, dark psy
๐จ Artistic performances : Scenographies and visual performances
๐ Access : Shuttles from Rennes and Avranches, carpooling recommended
๐๏ธ Camping : Camping area included with showers and toilets available
๐ Reserve your seats
Natural Distortion Festival 2025: a techno immersion in Amiens

The Natural Distorsion Festival returns with a vengeance from August 1st to 3rd, 2025, in a secret location revealed 24 hours before the start of the festivities. This unmissable techno festival in Amiens offers three days and two nights of non-stop electronic music, in the heart of a majestic setting. Prepare yourself for a unique experience, surrounded by captivating scenographies , video mapping and laser shows . More than 80 international and local artists, with a diversity of styles ranging from techno to psytrance , including acidcore , will perform on two stages: the Castle Stage and the Forest Stage .
The event is limited to 499 people, guaranteeing an intimate and exclusive atmosphere for electronic music enthusiasts. Free camping , food stalls, and pop-up shops create a friendly setting conducive to relaxing between two fiery sets.
๐๏ธ Date : August 1-3, 2025
๐ Location : Amiens (the exact location will be communicated 24 hours before)
๐ต Price : starts at โฌ30
๐ง Style : Techno, Psytrance, Acidcore, Tribe, Drum'n'Bass
๐ Sound system : 40Kw Funktion One / Martin Audio
โบ Camping : Free with toilets and parking
๐ Reserve your seats
Plein Air Festival 2025: meet in Douai for a committed experience

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The Plein Air Festival returns for its 5th edition on August 30 and 31, 2025 at the Jacques Vernier leisure park in Douai. Located on the edge of a magnificent lake, this festival showcases the greatest genres of electronic music, with a varied program including techno , house , bass house , EDM , and trance . A weekend dedicated to the love of outdoor music, offering a unique experience in one of the most beautiful natural settings in Hauts-de-France.
The Plein Air Festival stands out not only for its musical programming but also for its environmental commitment . The event makes a point of promoting eco-responsible practices, such as the use of biofuels made from recycled cooking oils and the installation of GreenCabine dry toilets to preserve water resources.
๐๏ธ Dates : August 30 and 31, 2025
๐ Location : Jacques Vernier Leisure Park, Douai, France
๐ต Price : From โฌ42.90
๐ง Musical genres : Electro, Techno, House, Bass House, Trance
๐ Eco-responsible commitment : Soft mobility (bicycle parking), biofuels, ecological toilets
Electronic Peak Festival 2025: techno in the mountains

The Electronic Peak Festival returns for its 7th edition with the captivating theme โ The Water Mountain โ. Taking place from March 23 to 28, 2025 , this unique festival combines the festive spirit of electronic music with the beauty of the mountains. Nestled in the ski resort of Les Arcs (Savoie) , it invites you to celebrate winter in a spectacular setting, combining house , disco and techno .
The festival is the perfect opportunity to enjoy the last short days of winter while indulging in your favorite winter sports, whether on skis or snowboard. This year, the festival will be illuminated by the Tastu dragon, the emblem of the 2025 edition, with an ode to Asian culture through the theme "The Song of the Dragon."
๐๏ธ Dates : March 23-28, 2025
๐ Location : Les Arcs, Savoie, France
๐ต Price : ~90 โฌ for the entire festival
๐ง Music genres : House, Disco, Techno
โ๏ธ Activities : Skiing, Snowboarding, Theme evenings
๐๏ธ Theme 2025 : The Water Mountain
๐๏ธ Book your tickets
Astropolis Festival 2025: for the Bretons

The Astropolis Festival will be held from July 3 to 6, 2025, in Brest, offering techno lovers an immersive experience in the heart of Brittany. The festival, known for its intense atmosphere and high-quality lineups, invites you to brave the Breton weather while enjoying fiery sets of techno, acid, bass music, and hardcore.
The 2024 edition saw memorable performances from big names such as Laurent Garnier, Marie Davidson, BLAWAN, and DJ SEINFELD, among many others. The festival takes place in various iconic Brest venues, including the Manoir de Keroual, the Jardin Kennedy, and La Suite.
๐๏ธ Date: July 3-6, 2025
๐ Location: Brest, France
๐ต Price: โฌ40 for 1 day
๐ง Style: Techno, Acid, Bass Music, Hardcore
๐๏ธ Ticket office: Reserve your seats
Reperkusound Festival: aka Reperku

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If you can't make it to I Love Techno this year, Reperkusound in Lyon is a must-see alternative for fans of underground electronic music. Nicknamed "le reperku" by locals, this festival has become a must-attend event for all electro enthusiasts. For its 20th anniversary, it promises an exceptional lineup and a unique atmosphere that will have you dancing all night long!
Reperkusound has built a solid reputation thanks to its previous editions, with memorable performances from NTO , Astrix , Julien Granel , and Joachim Pastor . In 2025, the festival will celebrate its 20th anniversary with a lineup that promises to be as electrifying as ever.
๐๏ธ Date : April 18, 19 and 20, 2025
๐ Location : Lyon
๐ต Price : ~40 โฌ for 1 day
๐ง Style : Techno, Hardcore, Trance, Dubstep, Electro, Rave, Dub, Acid, Bass music
๐๏ธ Ticketing : Reperkusound ticketing link (not yet available)
Marvelous Island Festival: a must-see on the techno scene

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To mark the start of summer in style, the Marvelous Island Festival is the unmissable event not to be missed. Set in the open air, with impressive stages and visual effects comparable to those of Tomorrowland, this festival offers an unforgettable experience. With over 100 artists spread across 5 stages, there's no doubt you're in for a breathtaking weekend!
The 13th edition of this festival will take place in Torcy, Seine-et-Marne, on June 7 and 8, 2025, and promises an incredible atmosphere with sets running from noon to 5 a.m.
๐๏ธ Date : June 7 and 8, 2025
๐ Location : Torcy (Seine et Marne)
๐ต Price : โฌ45 for 1 day
๐ง Style : House, Techhouse, Techno
๐๏ธ Tickets : Marvellous Island ticket link
Positiv Festival: electro in a historic UNESCO World Heritage Site

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Come experience the electrifying atmosphere of the Roman Theatre of Orange for the Positiv Festival 2025! This festival, a must-attend event since its inception in 2012, blends electronic music and pop-rock in a historic UNESCO World Heritage Site. Expect stunning visual displays and an immersive atmosphere that attracts over 40,000 spectators each year.
๐๏ธ Date : August 15, 16 and 17, 2025
๐ Location : Orange (Vaucluse)
๐ต Price : โฌ99 for the 3-day pass
๐ง Style : Techno, Minimal, Acid
๐๏ธ Ticketing : Positiv Festival ticketing link
I Love Techno Europe: the largest indoor electro music festival

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I Love Techno Europe is Europe's largest indoor electronic music festival, taking place at the Parc des Expositions in Montpellier. For its next edition, prepare for three days and three nights of intense electronic music with an exceptional lineup. Although the artists have yet to be revealed, the festival has consistently attracted prestigious names such as Jeff Mills, Paul Kalkbrenner, Vitalic, Recondite, and Laurent Garnier.
๐๏ธ Date : April 18, 19 and 20, 2025
๐ Location : Montpellier (Exhibition Park)
๐ต Price : ~40 โฌ for 1 day
๐ง Style : Techno, Hardcore, Trance, Dubstep, Electro, Rave, Dub, Acid, Bass music
๐๏ธ Tickets : I Love Techno Europe ticket link
Tomorrowland Winter: the famous winter festival

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Tomorrowland Winter is the most prestigious winter electronic music festival in France. Taking place in Alpe d'Huez, this festival is the little brother of the famous Tomorrowland, bringing the magic of the summer event to a snowy setting. Prepare for a week of festivities from March 15 to 22, 2025, with breathtaking performances on indoor and outdoor stages, surrounded by spectacular alpine scenery.
- ๐๏ธ Date : Saturday, March 15, 2025 to Friday, March 22, 2025
- ๐ Location : Alpes d'Huez
- ๐ต Price : โฌ675 for the 7-day pass
- ๐ง Style : Electro, House, Techno
- ๐๏ธ Tickets : Tomorrowland Winter 2025 Tickets
Dystopia Festival: for techno and hard music enthusiasts

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The Dystopia Festival, dedicated to techno and hard music lovers, made a name for itself during its first edition. In 2025, the festival expanded and moved to a new location in Mulhouse. This change of venue marks a new stage in the festival's evolution, promising even more innovation and spectacle.
The event stands out for its explosive performances, impressive sets, and a unique atmosphere that combines elements of hard music and techno. Festival-goers can expect two days of intense music, featuring artists who have already made their mark in the world of electronic music.
๐๏ธ Date : February 21 and 22, 2025
๐ Location : Parc Expo de Mulhouse
๐ต Price : โฌ40 for 1 day, โฌ74 for 2 days
๐ง Style : Techno, Hard Music
๐ Line up : Not yet revealed
๐๏ธ Tickets : Dystopia Festival 2025 Tickets
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