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✈️How to get to LA PAILLE
Planning your trip to LA PAILLE? Here's how to get there by plane, train or car, and plan your route to the festival site.
- Nearest airport: Geneva International Airport (GVA), about 62 km from the venue.
- Allow about 87 min by car from the airport to the site.
- By train, head for Geneva or the nearest major station, then finish by bus, shuttle or taxi to the site.
- By car, plan for on-site parking and expect heavy traffic around the venue on festival days.
🛏️Where to stay near Métabief (LA PAILLE)
Accommodation near the LA PAILLE site fills up fast. Compare hotels, apartments and rentals nearby and book early to stay as close to the stage as possible.
Also consider staying around Geneva, the nearest large city, if the closest options to the site are sold out.
Estimated travel time to the site
| Distance | 🚗 Car / taxi | 🚴 Bike | 🚶 On foot |
|---|---|---|---|
| ~1 km | ~3 min | ~4 min | ~12 min |
| ~3 km | ~7 min | ~12 min | ~36 min |
| ~5 km | ~11 min | ~20 min | ~1 h |
| ~10 km | ~22 min | ~40 min | ~2 h |
Public transport: depends on the network around Geneva.
Each accommodation's distance to the site is shown on the map above. Rough estimates; allow extra time during festival peak hours.
🌤️LA PAILLE 2026 weather
Weather in Métabief in July 2026?
Typical weather
Chance of rain: about 67% of days
| 2025 | Rain | 18° / 10° | 2 rainy days |
| 2024 | Rain | 25° / 15° | 1 rainy day |
| 2023 | Rain | 20° / 11° | 1 rainy day |
Based on the last 3 years over the same period.
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🗺️Things to do near LA PAILLE
Many shows happen in the evening, so use your days to explore the area around LA PAILLE. Guided tours, museums, outdoor experiences and local activities can be booked in a few clicks before you go.
Nearby, Geneva and its surroundings offer museums, walks and local gems to discover between sets.
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📋About
LA PAILLE - Mountain Festival in Métabief
The LA PAILLE festival takes place in Métabief on July 24th and 25th, 2026, for two days of musical celebration in the mountains. With a ticket price of €38.99, this summer event transforms the Jura resort into a party venue, offering varied programming in the exceptional setting of Jura mountains under the summer sun.
The lineup features artists embodying the diversity of the French music scene, from pop sounds to electro influences including rock and French chanson. These acts deliver energetic performances creating a festive atmosphere at altitude, transforming Métabief into the party capital for two days where music, mountains and conviviality blend.
The festival stands out for its unique mountain setting offering a different summer experience from lowland festivals. The event creates a relaxed atmosphere typical of summer resorts, allowing festival-goers to enjoy quality concerts while benefiting from fresh air and Jura landscapes in a vacation atmosphere.
LA PAILLE establishes itself as an essential summer gathering in Jura, celebrating live music in the mountains. This festival transforms Métabief for two days, offering a unique musical experience combining altitude pleasures and energetic concerts in a festive and sunny atmosphere.
❓FAQ
What are the dates and opening hours of Festival de la Paille 2026?
The festival takes place on 24 and 25 July 2026 in Métabief, for its 25th and final edition. On Friday 24 July, the site opens at 5pm and closes at 3am; on Saturday 25 July, it opens at 4pm and closes at 3am. Note: once you leave the festival grounds, re-entry is not allowed.
Where is the festival held and how do you get there?
The festival is held at Place Xavier Authier, 25370 Métabief, in the heart of the Jura massif at the foot of the Morond (Haut-Doubs). Organisers encourage car-sharing via the official Facebook group and the Mobigo platform (covoiturage.viamobigo.fr), as well as public transport. Car parks and a reserved accessible (PMR) car park are available at the site entrance.
How much do tickets and passes cost?
The Day Pass (Friday or Saturday) costs €48 (excluding booking fees) and the 2-Day Pass costs €84. For 2026 the box office is marked SOLD OUT — all passes are gone. Buying and reselling tickets between festival-goers is done through the official secure platform Reelax Tickets. Tickets are not nominative (name-bound).
Is camping available?
The festival campsite is fully booked for 2026. It is open from Friday 24 July at noon to Sunday 26 July at noon. Access requires a valid festival ticket plus a camping ticket. Good to know: no water or electricity hook-ups, fires, barbecues, gas stoves and generators are banned, gazebos are limited to 3x3 and 6x3 formats (max 2 per group of 20), vehicles and animals are not allowed, and portable speakers over 30 cm are prohibited.
Is there food on site, with vegetarian/vegan options?
Yes. Food stalls and bars are selected on sustainability criteria: local and seasonal produce, local suppliers and a vegetarian or vegan offer. The festival uses reusable deposit cups (in partnership with PREVAL), made in Saint-Claude — over 8,000 disposable containers avoided in 2024. The menu can be viewed via the FestApp app.
Is payment cashless?
Yes, entirely. All payments on site and at the campsite are cashless, via a connected wristband; no other payment method is accepted. Your account can be topped up online before the festival or on site at dedicated chalets. The cashless balance refund runs from 27 July to 3 August 2026.
How many stages are there and what is the daily line-up?
The festival has two complementary stages and 18 acts. On Friday 24 July: Boulevard Des Airs, L'Entourloop, Biga*Ranx, Luiza, Poligone, Alexandrie, Copycat, Shao x Cinza and Follo. On Saturday 25 July: Youssoupha, Kyo, Skip The Use, Miki, Les Wampas, Damantra, Fallen Lillies, Dead Chic and THK. DJ sets (afters) also animate the campsite.
Are children admitted and is there an age limit?
Yes. Children aged 6 to 12 (exclusive) enter free on presentation of ID, accompanied by an adult and wearing mandatory noise-cancelling headphones or earplugs. From 13 to 15 inclusive, entry is paid. Ear protection is strongly recommended (rental and purchase available at the prevention stands). Family activities and a summer toboggan run are also on offer.
What can and cannot you bring (prohibited items)?
Prohibited items include: bringing in alcohol, laser pointers, glass or single-use plastic bottles (stainless-steel and hard-plastic flasks are allowed), weapons, sharp or blunt objects, pyrotechnics, parasols, undeclared professional cameras, video cameras and drones, and animals (banned from the site, car parks and campsite). Possession or use of illicit substances is prohibited.
What accommodation is available nearby?
As the campsite is full, several alternatives exist in the Haut-Doubs: the Le Miroir and du Lac campsites; the tourist accommodation and holiday villages Azureva Métabief and VTF Le Bief Rouge; local partner residences and hosts; and a dedicated area for self-sufficient campervans and vans. All options are listed on destination-haut-doubs.com.
When was the festival created and what is its history?
The 2026 edition celebrates 25 years of Festival de la Paille (founded in the early 2000s), marking "25 years of live music, volunteer commitment and collective passion". It is also the festival's final edition, captured by its motto "one last dance, fist raised". A volunteer-driven event in the Jura massif, it blends headliners, national discoveries and regional talent.
