While it was in 957 that King Lothaire created the very first of fun fairs, the Foire du Trone funfair remains even today, becoming the most popular funfair in whole of Europe. Initially referred to as the Saint-Antoine fair, it was actually more of an open market than the animated affair that it is today. This unique and spirited event features over 350 attractions spread over a mind bogglingly vast area of over 10 hectares with no less than over 1400 professionals to attend to the various rides, stands and main allures available here.
Every year from April to June, Foire du Trone spreads its vivacious wings over the Pelouse de Reuilly in Ile-de-France in Paris. The bright and blinking lights, the almost ecstatic laughter of the participants, the delicious aroma of street food sizzling over outdoor fires create a joyful and effervescent atmosphere. The rides available here last for a good 10 minutes or so as opposed to the usual rides of 2-3 minutes available everywhere else in the world. While L’Extreme is a hair-raising ride designed to knock the breath off the riders’ chests, the Tragada is a slightly less intimidating ride which spins in a circular manner making sudden tilts, stops and jumps. Even those who are not so interested in riding stop and gaze at the comical yet exhilarating scenes of almost hysterical individuals defying gravity and torque, spilling over peals of laughter during these rides.
Another popular and a less intimidating ride is the enormous Ferris wheel available during the days of the fair. Once at top, breath is knocked off the chest by the spectacular unparalleled view of Paris not to be had from anywhere else within the city. Do take a camera to record the moment. It is a magnificent view indeed.
The amazing array of street food available here is not to be missed at any cost. From Greek sandwiches to guimauve, a pastel coloured marshmallow treat, the food here is varied and astonishingly singular. The games available here to entertain the visitors excel all standards while the overall ambiance is one of blithe and mirth.
Among the many luxury hotels Paris, the one luxury hotel Paris that truly complements the joyful carnival experience would be Le Royal Monceau, Raffles Paris. Indulge the senses to the fullest this Foire du Trone in style and luxury this season.