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Landerneau Sets Guinness World Record for Largest Smurf Gathering

The Breton town achieved 3,076 participants dressed as Smurfs, surpassing Germany's 2019 record of 2,762.

Lors du rassemblement de Schtroumpfs à Landerneau (Finistère) en 2023.
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Overview

  • Landerneau, France, officially broke the Guinness World Record for the largest gathering of people dressed as Smurfs on May 17, 2025.
  • The event saw 3,076 participants in blue costumes gather at Halle Saint-Ernel, surpassing the previous record of 2,762 set in Lauchringen, Germany, in 2019.
  • This marked Landerneau's third attempt after a 2020 effort was invalidated due to missing video evidence and a 2023 attempt fell short by 231 participants.
  • The event was organized by local authorities and the Pays de Landerneau-Daoulas animations association, featuring a festive atmosphere and strict measures like a temporary ban on alcohol sales.
  • The achievement coincides with promotional efforts surrounding an upcoming Smurfs film, adding to the celebratory mood in the town.