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French Riviera town of Menton celebrates Olympic year during annual Lemon Festiva

Video. Take a look at this year's Olympic-themed Lemon Festival in Menton

Updated: 19/02/2024 - 12:16 GMT+1

When life gives the French seaside town of Menton lemons, they don't just make lemonade – they build enormous floats and parade them through the streets in a joyous two-week fiesta!

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