From September 1 to November 30, 2025!
Since 1991, the Somme Bay has celebrated birds at the Bird and Nature Festival, which takes place every year in April. The festival is a public event offering activities for the whole family over a period of nine days. We believe that knowledge inspire action to protect and preserve our immediate environment and our planet.
Our photo and film competitions have allowed us to obtain international recognition. Indeed, our photo competition is now one of the 10 most renowned dedicated to wildbird in Europe.
6 CATEGORIES
INCLUDING 1 DEDICATED TO OTHER WINGED SPECIES
A SELECTION GUARANTEED FROM A TO Z BY THE JURY
8 PRIZES
€7,000 IN AWARDS
INCLUDING A €1,500 GRAND PRIZE
The competition is a paying contest. A fee of €2 per photograph will be charged, with each photographer allowed to submit up to 15 photographs.
The award-winning photos, along with a selection made by the Jury, will be exhibited in Le Crotoy during the 35th edition of the Bird and Nature Festival, taking place from April 18 to 26, 2026.
2026 RULES
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REGISTRATION
From September 1st to November 30, 2025
Contest Ethics
“Wonder is the first step towards knowledge and respect.”
It was on this idea that the very first Festival was created in 1991. At the same time, the photo and film competitions were launched, placing the power of images at the service of this noble cause. After 34 editions, it is more essential than ever to raise public awareness about the protection of habitats and species. This is why we ask all participants in our competitions to respect an ethical practice of photography and filmmaking.
We therefore ask participants not to disturb, harass, or harm birdlife for photographic purposes. Photos must only depict wild birds photographed in their natural habitat. It is vital to avoid any action that could cause stress, endanger the species, or damage its habitat in the pursuit of an image.
Photographers must hold the necessary permits to photograph protected species and must be aware of the regulations in force in the natural areas where they practice their passion.
