Louane in Basel with French Delegation Ahead of Eurovision
- Basel, Switzerland — Louane, France's representative for the Eurovision Song Contest, has arrived in Basel with the French delegation to begin rehearsals.
- After much anticipation, Louane is officially representing France at Eurovision in Basel.
- According to RTL,the European Broadcasting Union (UER),the organizer of the competition,has implemented a new rule restricting participants to only display their country's flags during the event.This decision follows...
Louane Arrives in Basel for eurovision Rehearsals
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Basel, Switzerland — Louane, France’s representative for the Eurovision Song Contest, has arrived in Basel with the French delegation to begin rehearsals. With the Eurovision final just 10 days away, preparations are underway for the semi-finals.
French Delegation Arrives by Train
After much anticipation, Louane is officially representing France at Eurovision in Basel. the French team traveled to Switzerland by train on Wednesday, may 7, as seen in photos posted on the singer’s Instagram account. The delegation was easily identifiable by the numerous blue, white, adn red flags displayed at the train station and throughout their journey.
Flag Restrictions at Eurovision
According to RTL,the European Broadcasting Union (UER),the organizer of the competition,has implemented a new rule restricting participants to only display their country’s flags during the event.This decision follows controversies during the previous competition when the Armenian singer brandished a flag of Haut Karabagh, a territory disputed by Armenia and Azerbaijan. Consequently, flags such as the European Union flag, LGBT rainbow flag, and Breton flag will not be permitted on the Eurovision stage. However, audience members will still be allowed to wave flags of their choosing.
Rehearsals Commence Ahead of Competition
louane will now begin rehearsals in Basel before the opening ceremony on May 11 and the semi-finals on May 13 and 15.The grand finale is scheduled for Saturday, May 17. The French singer previously performed her song “Mom” during halftime at the France-Scotland rugby match in March, in front of 80,000 spectators. She also participated in pre-Eurovision sharing events.
Regarding her chances of winning with her song,which she describes as “not a huge hyper pop tempo up,” Louane told Paris Match,”Is it the right one (to win Eurovision)? only time will tell us.”
# Louane at eurovision 2025: your essential Q&A
Welcome to everything you need to know about Louane’s preparations for the 2025 Eurovision Song Contest! With the final just around the corner, let’s dive into the details.
## who is Louane, and Why is She in Basel?
Louane is the French representative for the Eurovision Song Contest. She’s currently in Basel, switzerland, to begin rehearsals for the upcoming competition.
## When is the Eurovision 2025 Final?
The grand finale of the Eurovision Song Contest is scheduled for saturday, May 17.
## How is Louane Traveling to Basel?
The French team,including Louane,traveled to Basel by train. Photos of the delegation were shared on Louane’s Instagram account.
## What are the Flag Restrictions at Eurovision 2025?
The European Broadcasting Union (UER), the organizer of the Eurovision Song Contest, has implemented a new rule regarding flags. Participants are now restricted to displaying only their country’s flags during the event. This decision came after controversies in the previous competition.
## What Flags are Not Permitted on Stage?
Flags such as the European Union flag, LGBT rainbow flag, and Breton flag will not be permitted on the Eurovision stage under the new rules.
## Can Audience Members Wave Any Flags?
Yes, audience members are still allowed to wave flags of their choosing.
## When do Rehearsals Begin?
Louane will begin rehearsals in Basel before the opening ceremony on May 11 and the semi-finals on May 13 and 15.
## Where Has Louane Performed Before Eurovision?
Before Eurovision, Louane performed her song “Mom” during halftime at the France-Scotland rugby match in March, in front of approximately 80,000 spectators. She has also participated in pre-Eurovision sharing events.
## What Does Louane Think of Her Chances at Eurovision?
Louane describes her song as ”not a huge hyper pop tempo up.” When asked by Paris Match if it’s the “right one” to win Eurovision, she replied, “only time will tell us.”
## Key Dates for Eurovision 2025:
Here is a summary of significant dates:
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Opening Ceremony | May 11 |
| Semi-Finals | May 13 & 15 |
| grand Finale | May 17 |