Fireworks Displays and Shows: Article » Grand Pavois de la Rochelle Boat Show

LOCATION: La Rochelle Harbour (several areas)

DATE: 15^th to 20^th September 2010

DETAILS: The Grand Pavois Boat Show has been one of the boating world's main events since 1973 when it began. Each year it increases in size as well as visitor numbers. In fact, 2009's show saw a huge 101,000 people come to enjoy themselves. Set in 100,000 square metres broken down into 13 zones, the Grand Pavois Boat Show displayed 700 boats, 860 exhibiting companies from 35 different countries.

On-Water

The Grand Pavois Boat Show offers visitors the wonderful opportunity of testing out boats on the sea. This is a unique way of really finding the perfect boat for you at a show, rather than just viewing it in a hall.

Land Display

The choice of brands and models is so large on land. There are motorboats, sailboats, and canoes amongst others to see. Equipment and accessories (such as marine paint, electronics and engines) are also catered for. As well as this, there are a number of services on offer such as insurance and finance companies to guide you through the other side of boating.

Watersports

Not forgetting the ever-growing watersports market, there will be all sorts of companies displaying kite surfing, windsurfing, wakeboarding and kayaking goods. Not only will the goods be exhibited, there will be a chance for visitors to test out vessels on the water themselves.

Entertainment

By night on the Saturday, there will be the chance to watch the now famous pyrotechnic show using legendary boats, lights and sounds.

Grand Pavois Boat Show Info

Venue: La Rochelle Harbour (several areas)

Dates: 15^th to 20^th September 2010

Hours: 10am to 7pm daily

Tickets: 10 euro plus concessions