10 Facts about Easter in France

Monday, March 13th 2017. | Events

If you want to know the celebration and customs of Christian event, check facts about Easter in France. Before the Easter celebration takes place, there will be a sign of mourning when the church bells are silent. The silence is explained by saying that the church bells are flying to Rome from their steeples. When the Easter morning comes, the church bells come back and bring the rabbit and egg shaped chocolate and colored eggs. Let us check other interesting facts about Easter in France below:

Facts about Easter in France 1: the importance of Easter Sunday

In France, Easter Sunday is celebrated to commemorate the resurrection of Jesus Christ.

Facts about Easter in France 2: the activities

The people may do various activities during Easter Sunday. First, they will go to the church to attend the special services. Then they will have festive meal. Some people also search for Easter eggs.

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Facts about Easter in France 3: the church bells

The Easter celebration takes place on Sunday. On Friday and Saturday before the Easter Sunday, the church bells are not rung.

Facts about Easter in France 4: Easter bells

During the Easter Sunday, the church bells will be rung for a long period as a sign of Easter bells. Look at facts about Dorothy Day here.

Easter in France

Facts about Easter in France 5: the festive meal

The festive meal will be served on the table during the Easter Sunday. The French will celebrate Easter by having meals with family and friends.

Facts about Easter in France 6: the popular dishes

The popular dishes to serve during Easter Sunday include omelets, colored boiled eggs, roast lambs and spring beans.

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Facts about Easter in France 7: the popular gifts

The children like to have the candy or chocolate shaped Easter eggs as their gifts.

Facts about Easter in France 8: the public life in France during Easter

During the Easter Sunday, the condition in France is quiet. The businesses, post offices, stores and banks are closed during the day. The cafes and restaurants located outside the tourist center are mostly closed. The major highways, railway stations, airports and several stores in Paris are open. The guided tours in the church are not available. The churches are only open for those who want to follow the Easter services.