Deauville, home of the American Film Festival

The Deauville American Film Festival has a packed programme, with over fifty films selected each year. What's more, some films are shown as world premieres during the festival. Ever since the Deauville American Film Festival was first held, the resort has witnessed a parade of American stars. Apart from the Cannes Festival, it's the best place in France where you're almost guaranteed to bump into an American celebrity!

Among the celebrities who came to Deauville were :

• Robert De Niro
• Clint Eastwood
• Sharon Stone
• Tom Cruise
• Keanu Reeves
• Nicole Kidman
• Charlize Theron

In Los Angeles, the big names in cinema have their footprints on the Hollywood pavements? In Deauville, then, we'll be putting the names of the American stars who came here in front of the bathing cubicles along the promenade des Planches.

The Deauville American Film Festival offers a range of packages for the general public. You can choose a day package or a week-long package. You can book these packages online. As a bonus, a preferential rate is available. The duration of your package will depend on your interest in the 7th Art! The Deauville American Film Festival remains the only European festival to offer the general public and film buffs screenings 24 hours a day for ten days! In all, some sixty films will be shown. This opportunity to see quality previews of films is attracting a growing number of festival-goers. The selection of films gives increasing prominence to independent films, making this festival a real treat for film lovers!

⭐HôtelBarrière Le Royal Deauville

To stay in an atmosphere of glitz and magic, why not try out palace life? In that case, head for the Barrière Le Royal Deauville hotel. This is quite simply the most jet-set hotel on this part of the Normandy coast. Housed in a building constructed in 1900, you won't know where to turn! So, what do you choose between the heated outdoor pool, the gym, the spa, the hammam or the sauna? Perhaps you'll stay in your luxury room? If possible, book one with a breathtaking sea view! There are several suites where you and your family can enjoy a moment out of time. Finally, don't hesitate to push open the doors of the Étrier bar. Enjoy a drink in the comfort of this bar, which looks like an English club. You can also enjoy a meal on site. The bar is open every day from 11am to midnight. A word of advice? Remember to book several months in advance!

⏰ When should you come and see the madness of the Deauville American Film Festival?

Deauville is bustling all year round. Attendance is even higher during the festival. Each year the festival takes place at the beginning of September. It lasts for around ten days.

🚌 How do I get to Deauville to attend the American Film Festival?

The town of Deauville is very well served by train (Trouville-Deauville station typical with its half-timbering). From Paris, head for Saint-Lazare station, and allow 2 hours 30 minutes for the journey. By plane, the commune is linked to a number of destinations via Deauville-Normandie airport. Private aviation and flying club. By road, Paris is 200 kilometres away, a journey time of just under 2? hours. Once in the heart of the resort, the festival venues are within easy reach.

📍 Where can I park in Deauville during the American Film Festival?

Please note that parking is charged in the heart of the resort. There are a few underground car parks, and spaces in the centre of town are quickly taken up. For trouble-free parking, come early before the festival gets into full swing!