Festival
Festival des 3 Continents
Nantes · Loire-Atlantique
The Festival des 3 Continents in Nantes: cinema from Africa, Latin America and Asia, discoveries, heritage films, competition and meetings. 2026 edition: 20 to 28 November 2026.
- Suggested time
- One screening to 9 days
- Type of place
- International film festival
- Atmosphere
- Festive, cultural and immersive, with an identity strongly linked to the place and the line-up
- Getting there
- Nantes and several partner cinemas in Loire-Atlantique; the Naolib network is handy for getting from one cinema to another.
Who this place suits
- With family
- 7/10
- As a couple
- 8/10
- With friends
- 8/10
- Solo
- 9/10
- With a dog
- 2/10
- Reduced mobility
- 8/10
These scores are calculated from what the page records: official rating, facilities, difficulty, duration and location. They are a guide, not a substitute for contacting the venue, especially about accessibility.
About
Since the late 1970s, the Festival des 3 Continents has shone a light in Nantes on film cultures often little shown in Europe, with major work on discovery and heritage. For nine days, screenings, retrospectives, premieres and meetings take place in several cinemas in Nantes and Loire-Atlantique. The 48th edition takes place from 20 to 28 November 2026.
What you will see
- 48th edition in 2026
- Cinema from Africa, Latin America and Asia
- International competition
- Premieres and rare films
- A multi-venue event
- An identity strongly linked to Nantes.
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- A line-up centred on cinema from Africa, Latin America and Asia, discoveries, heritage films, competition and meetings.
- Big crowds possible: plan transport, accommodation and bookings ahead.
Practical information
- Address
- Cinemas in Nantes and Loire-Atlantique
- Public transport
- Nantes and several partner cinemas in Loire-Atlantique; the Naolib network is handy for getting from one cinema to another
- Pets
- Animals not allowed in the cinemas, except guide or assistance dogs
- Accessibility
- Accessibility varies with the partner cinemas; check the venue for each screening
- Best time
- Arrive early for the big moments and leave time for security checks, shuttles and moving between stages
Tips on the spot
- 2026 dates: 20 to 28 November 2026, for the 48th edition.
- Tickets: tickets per screening and multi-ticket books.
- Check the official website just before you travel: times, bag checks, banned items and traffic plans can change.
- For a big festival, book accommodation and transport well in advance.
Frequently asked questions
When is the Festival des 3 Continents?
From 20 to 28 November 2026.
Where does the Festival des 3 Continents take place?
Cinemas in Nantes and Loire-Atlantique.
Is the festival free?
No, tickets are sold per screening, with multi-ticket books available.
What style of festival is it?
Cinema from Africa, Latin America and Asia, discoveries, heritage films, competition and meetings.
How much time should I allow?
One screening to 9 days, depending on your plans.
How do I get there?
Nantes and several partner cinemas in Loire-Atlantique; the Naolib network is handy for getting from one cinema to another.
See also all the festivals in Loire-Atlantique.
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