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Deauville: 100 years later, the boards still generate as much enthusiasm
Deauville: 100 years later, the boards still generate as much enthusiasm
(Franceinfo)
A must-see place in the city of Deauville (Calvados), the Deauville boards are now a hundred years old. These boards, on which the names of the greatest actors are written, continue to amaze tourists during their walks.
They are just a few pieces of wood. A walk by the sea and yet, the Deauville boards evoke something for all generations. At the time of their centenary, they recall the elegance of the seaside resort at the beginning of the century, right up to the American stars. They were built in July 1924 to access the beach from the sea baths, inaugurated the same year. Deauville (Calvados) then welcomed high society into its half-timbered villas. It was the unmissable meeting place for stars and the first paparazzi. Joséphine Baker would achieve her greatest success there.
Quite naturally, the boards Hollywood celebrity magazines are showing off their stars. The American Film Festival parades its stars, their names are painted on beach huts. A new notoriety that has been good for a caterer-delicatessen for four generations. He has served many visiting stars.
