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Festivals, exhibitions, concerts and major events... On France.fr and everywhere in France, there's always something going on. In light of the measures France has taken concerning coronavirus, we advise readers to consult the relevant organiser's website for specific updates on each event.
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June
Klimt and Klee at the Bassins de Lumières in Bordeaux
Until 31 December
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Exhibition: ‘LU: A Century of Innovation (1846-1957)’, Nantes
Until 3 January
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