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Are dolphin shows illegal in France?

Partly. Dolphin shows are restricted in France. Dolphin shows are banned from December 2026 - not yet.

Animal welfare law of 30 Nov 2021 bans cetacean shows from December 2026 and captive breeding now; Marineland Antibes closed Jan 2025; Planete Sauvage still holds 11 dolphins (Figaro Nautisme, Aug 2026).

Source: Law 2021-1539

• France is one of 6 countries where dolphin shows are banned, and 6 more restrict them.
• Its neighbours: banned in 0 of 8.
• In Europe: banned in 1 of 39 countries.

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