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Europetanque Petanque Tournament

Annual petanque tournament that brings some of the best players to Nice

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Nice
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Every year in July, the city of becomes the world capital of "pétanque" for the pleasure of those who play and the many spectators in this summer season.

Great fun to watch! This will inspire you to buy your own set of balls and build a pitch in your back garden.

Venue

La Promenade des Anglais - Esplanade de Lattre de Tassigny

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