LARP in France is called GN, short for grandeur nature, or jeu de rôle grandeur nature. It is a large, association-driven scene: a large number of French-language games, from one-night chamber games and murder parties to a mass LARP that claims to be the biggest in the country. This guide explains how the French scene works, which events have dates for late 2026 and 2027 on the organizers' own sites, and how to prepare for your first GN.
Looking for exact dates? See upcoming LARP events in France in our LARP Calendar.
LARP in France: What to Expect
Search for "LARP France" in English and you will find a few international listings. Search for "GN" or "jeu de rôle grandeur nature" and the scene opens up. The Larp Radar directory alone lists 175 LARP events in France, and the Larpalot calendar shows around 50 GNs between November 2026 and April 2027, many of them in French regions far from Paris.
The range is wide. A typical French calendar mixes:
- medieval fantasy ("med-fan"), the historical backbone of French GN, from small tavern games to camps with many factions;
- mass LARP, with campaigns that continue from one episode to the next;
- gothic, horror and historical dramas, often in a castle or fort;
- "huis clos" chamber games and murder parties with a small cast, often indoors;
- science fiction, cyberpunk and one-off experimental formats.
Language matters. Almost every game we found is played in French, and most organizer pages are only in French. Some international productions run in English, but they are the exception. If you do not speak French, ask the organizer about the language of play before you pay.
How the French GN Scene Works
Most French LARP is organized by non-profit associations and small companies. Players usually register online, often through a ticketing platform, and games are commonly built around player characters (PJ) and non-player characters played by the organizers' team (PNJ). The "orga" is the team that designs and runs the game. If you want the vocabulary before you read an event page, a French LARP blog, Chevalier du Drac, publishes a handy glossary of GN terms.
The national federation is the FédéGN, which presents itself as the French federation of GN associations. One thing it is known for is the Carte GN, a LARP insurance card. A 2017 article from the GNafron association describes it as covering civil liability, individual accident and assistance. Prices and terms may have changed since then, so check the FédéGN site for current conditions, and check whether the game you want to join requires a card or its own membership.
Best LARP Events in France 2027
The events below are the ones with dates stated on the organizers' own pages. French organizers often open registration only a few months ahead, so read each page again before you plan travel.
Les Chroniques de Kandorya
Kandorya presents itself as "le plus grand GN de France" and describes the Chroniques as a "GN de masse", a mass LARP. Players join factions on an invented island, and the yearly gathering brings the factions together at the Edenorya fair. The 2027 edition runs from July 14 (14:00) to July 18 (12:30), with play from about July 15, at Les Terres Oniriques in Le Lion d'Angers, Maine-et-Loire. Tickets cost 79 to 159 EUR depending on when you register, and the site says the game has had more than 1,600 participants every summer since 2011. A PRIVATE LARP membership card is required for registration to be valid. See the official Kandorya 2027 page.
Inter-Kandorya de Printemps 2027
Between the big summer editions, Kandorya runs shorter "Inter-Kandorya" episodes of the same continuous story. The spring 2027 episode runs from May 6 (14:00) to May 9 (12:30), with play from about noon on Friday, May 7, again at Les Terres Oniriques. It is set at the spring fair in the city of Lyrkelis. The latest listed ticket rate is 129 EUR, registration closes on April 25, 2027, and the same membership card is needed. See the official page.
Biftons & Dragons 2027
Biftons & Dragons is a humorous fantasy GN from the Nantes association Création d'Épopées Nantaises. The 2027 edition, "Des plans sur la comète", runs from June 18 to 20, 2027, at the Domaine du Denais in Saint-Denis-d'Anjou, between Angers and Le Mans. The organizers describe a game that mixes exploration, politics and combat with modern capitalist themes. It is played in French with about 50 player characters and 25 non-player characters. Tickets are 115 EUR for a player character, 45 EUR for a non-player character and 55 EUR for a limited solidarity place, with meals as an option. See the organizer's page.
La Grande École de Sorcellerie de Belladonna
Mimble Mimbus, an association that organizes immersive events "from a few hours to several days", runs this school-of-witchcraft GN from March 26 to 28, 2027, at the Monastère de Ségriès in Moustiers-Sainte-Marie, in the Verdon natural park, about an hour from Aix-en-Provence. The organizers say it suits both beginners and experienced players. Meals from Friday evening to Sunday noon are provided, and you can choose between shared rooms and dormitories. Tickets are sold through Ulule, and the page does not state a price or a player count. See the official Belladonna page.
Games at Le Domaine des Grandes Loges
The Immersion le Parc site lists a full run of GNs at one venue, the Domaine des Grandes Loges, and describes its format as a medieval-fantasy adventure. Dates for 2027 are:
- April 16 to 18: Akenlor, "Grande alliance du Chaos";
- April 23 to 25: the "Grande alliance de l'Ordre" game;
- April 30 to May 2: "Le chant des larmes", the first expedition of Néo Elysia;
- May 6 to 9: La Brèche, Opus 2, "La Discorde";
- May 14 to 17: Ata Endor 4, "Fracture";
- July 2 to 4: Akenlor, Chapter 2, "De feu et de cendre".
The page does not give prices, player counts or a genre for each game, so use it as a schedule and ask the organizers for details.
LARP Events in France by Date
- March 26 to 28, 2027: La Grande École de Sorcellerie de Belladonna, Moustiers-Sainte-Marie.
- April 16 to 18, 2027: Akenlor, "Grande alliance du Chaos", Domaine des Grandes Loges.
- April 23 to 25, 2027: "Grande alliance de l'Ordre", Domaine des Grandes Loges.
- April 30 to May 2, 2027: "Le chant des larmes", Domaine des Grandes Loges.
- May 6 to 9, 2027: Inter-Kandorya de Printemps, Le Lion d'Angers.
- May 6 to 9, 2027: La Brèche, Opus 2, Domaine des Grandes Loges.
- May 14 to 17, 2027: Ata Endor 4, Domaine des Grandes Loges.
- June 18 to 20, 2027: Biftons & Dragons, Saint-Denis-d'Anjou.
- July 2 to 4, 2027: Akenlor, Chapter 2, Domaine des Grandes Loges.
- July 14 to 18, 2027: Les Chroniques de Kandorya, Le Lion d'Angers.
This list is not complete. We left out games that we could only see on third-party listings and not on an organizer's page. Larp Radar and Larpalot are good places to look for the rest, and our calendar will keep growing.
How to Find a GN in France
There is no single official calendar, so most players combine a few sources. Directories such as Larp Radar and Larpalot collect many announcements, and our own calendar shows the events we could verify. Once you find a game, go to the organizer's page: it holds the real dates, prices and rules, and listings can lag behind or contain mistakes. For example, a listing can show a different venue or end date than the organizer's text, so treat directories as a starting point.
It also helps to follow organizers on social media and join their community channels, where casting forms, rules and questions are usually handled. Most games ask you to fill in a form with your wishes, and the organizers then assign or confirm a character. Answer it early and honestly, because it shapes the game you get.
Seasons, Venues and What to Pack
The dates above show where French GN is concentrated: spring, from late March to May, and early summer, with the big Kandorya gathering in July. Many games take place in rural domains, monasteries, castles and forts, and some are camp-based, so check each page for lodging. The Belladonna page, for example, describes shared rooms and dormitories with meals included, while other games are held in the field. Whatever the format, pack for the weather at the site, a copy of your character background, a refillable bottle and any medication you need, and plan your travel to the venue in advance, since several of the domains above are far from big train stations.
Costs and Formats: What You Pay For
Prices in the pages above run from about 45 EUR for a non-player place to 159 EUR for a summer mass LARP ticket. Compare what is included: some games provide meals and lodging, others charge for meals separately, and some require a membership card on top of the ticket. Many organizers offer a cheaper non-player or solidarity place, which is a good way to try a game at a lower cost.
How to Plan Your LARP Trip to France
- follow the organizers' own pages and ticketing links, because registration windows are short;
- ask about the language of play and whether a membership or insurance card is required;
- check the venue and transport, as many games are held in rural domains and castles outside big cities;
- read the event rules and costume requirements, and bring only gear that passes the safety check.
We do not sell weapons, and every event has its own weapon safety checks, so confirm what is allowed with the organizer before you travel.
Tips for First-Time LARP Players in France
Start with a short game. A one-night chamber game or a shorter "Inter" episode is a cheaper first step than a multi-day camp. If your French is limited, choose a game where the action is simple, or ask the organizers whether they can help you in English.
Read the setting material and prepare a short background for your character. Message the organizers with questions about rules and safety, because game masters are happy to help newcomers. Then build your look around your character. Costume rules differ by event, so read the organizer's guide first.
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LARP in France is big, busy and mostly in French. Pick a game, check its page and join the next one.
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