Child playing pétanque on a court set up during the Gulli Tour

07/17/2026

Gulli Tour 2026: Where to find Obut this summer

This summer, the Gulli Tour s back on the road for a new tour across France. From July 17 to August 6, 2026, the children's TV channel will stop at some of the country's top holiday destinations with a fun activity village for kids and their families.

For the second year running, Obut is partnering with the Gulli Tour, inviting visitors to discover pétanque in a warm, family-friendly atmosphere.

A young girl playing pétanque on a temporary court during the Gulli Tour
A young girl throwing a boule while following the host’s advice during the Gulli Tour

A family event across France

Every stop on the Gulli Tour brings children and adults together for a wide range of free activities. Inflatable attractions, quizzes, challenges, prizes and meet-and-greets with favourite cartoon characters will make this summer tour unforgettable, hosted by Krhiss in a warm and friendly atmosphere.

This year, visitors can meet the characters from Unicorn Academy, Dinoster, Gabby's Dollhouse, Beyblade X and many more.

Children playing pétanque with guidance from the host during the Gulli Tour

Obut puts pétanque in the spotlight at the Gulli Tour

Pétanque will naturally take centre stage during this fun-filled day. It is a great opportunity to discover or rediscover this iconic sport, share a joyful moment and bring all generations together around the same passion.

Gulli Tour 2026 dates

Find the Gulli Tour and the Obut area at the following locations:

  • 17 July – La Mer de Sable (60) – La Mer de Sable, Route nationale 330, 60950 Ermenonville.
  • 18 July – Puteaux (92) – Île de Puteaux, Allée des Sports, 92800 Puteaux.
  • 19 July – Vierzon (18) – Quai du Bassin, 1–7 Quai du Bassin, 18100 Vierzon.
  • 21 July – Le Verdon-sur-Mer (33) – Stade Jean Dabis, Rue des Tamaris, 33123 Le Verdon-sur-Mer.
  • 22 July – Moliets (40) – Aire de jeux, Rue de la Bastide, 40660 Moliets-et-Maa.
  • 23 July – Parentis-en-Born (40) – Les Arènes, Place Arènes Roland Portalier, 40160 Parentis-en-Born.
  • 25 July – Narbonne-Plage (11) – Esplanade Didier Mouly, 5 Boulevard de la Méditerranée, 11100 Narbonne-Plage.
  • 26 July – Istres – Étang de l'Olivier, Esplanade Charles de Gaulle, 13800 Istres.
  • 30 July – Port-Barcarès (66) – Place de la République, 66420 Le Barcarès.
  • 1 August – Auron (06) – Patinoire d'Auron, Place d'Auron, 06660 Saint-Étienne-de-Tinée.
  • 4 August – Fréjus (83) – Arènes de Fréjus, 296 Rue Henri Vadon, 83600 Fréjus.
  • 6 August – Valras-Plage (34) – Derrière le parking de la plage, Rue du Lieutenant Panis, 34350 Valras-Plage.

Admission to the Gulli Tour is completely free.

A summer all about sharing

As a partner of numerous events throughout the year, Obut continues its commitment to introducing pétanque to as many people as possible. The Gulli Tour is a perfect reflection of this mission, offering a joyful experience where children, parents and grandparents can come together around a simple, accessible and friendly game.

Several children playing pétanque on a court set up for the Gulli Tour

Children's first steps in pétanque

The Gulli Tour is the perfect opportunity to introduce younger generations to the joy of playing pétanque. Suitable from an early age, pétanque helps children develop coordination, concentration and the pleasure of sharing special moments with the family.

Discover the benefits of pétanque for children
Two young girls taking part in a pétanque workshop during the Gulli Tour

Pétanque boules designed for children

To keep the Gulli Tour fun going, Obut offers a range of pétanque boules specially designed for children. Lighter and perfectly suited to smaller hands, they help young players discover pétanque and enjoy their very first games with the whole family.

Share the joy of playing
A young girl standing inside a pétanque throwing circle on a court set up for the Gulli Tour

What you need to know about the Gulli Tour 2026

  • Why is Obut a partner of the Gulli Tour 2026?

Pétanque is, above all, a game of sharing. Open to everyone, it brings children, parents and grandparents together around the same court.

By renewing its partnership with the Gulli Tour, Obut aims to introduce this iconic game to even more families in a fun and welcoming setting.

At every stop, visitors can discover pétanque in a dedicated Obut area.

  • What activities are available during the Gulli Tour 2026?

At every stop, the Gulli Tour sets up a free entertainment village featuring inflatable attractions, quizzes and challenges hosted by Krhiss, prizes, and meet-and-greets with Gulli's favourite characters.

This year, visitors can also meet the characters from Unicorn Academy, Dinoster, Gabby's Dollhouse, Beyblade X and many more.

  • Where can you find the Gulli Tour 2026?

The Gulli Tour takes place from 2:00 pm to 7:00 pm at every stop.

17 July – La Mer de Sable (60)

18 July – Puteaux (92)

19 July – Vierzon (18)

21 July – Le Verdon-sur-Mer (33)

22 July – Moliets (40)

23 July – Parentis-en-Born (40)

25 July – Narbonne-Plage (11)

26 July – Istres (13)

30 July – Port-Barcarès (66)

1 August – Auron (06)

4 August – Fréjus (83)

6 August – Valras-Plage (34)

  • Is admission to the Gulli Tour free?

Yes. Admission to the Gulli Tour is completely free.

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