May 17th and 18th, 2008, France will hold its first annual naturist fair at Héliomonde, a nudist club near Paris. Part trade show, many of France’s naturist businesses will have information booths during the fair. The event is organized by “France 4 Naturiste”, a coalition of 11 French clubs, including Euronat.

France is often regarded as a pioneer in nudism, even boasting a nudist city at Cap d’Agde, where anything people do dressed, you can do naked, whether it be going to the bank or the supermarket. French practisioners of the lifestyle are said to number in the millions.

All are welcome to the conference, and access to the grounds is free, although you’re required to register at the fair’s website (link below) before attending. Needless to say, full nudity will be obligatory, as clothing isn’t an option in most of France’s clubs.

Le Salon du Naturisme web site [in French]