Once a year, the quiet city of Clisson is transformed into the European capital of metal.

Once a year, the quiet city of Clisson is transformed into the European capital of metal.

Once a year, the quiet city of Clisson is transformed into the European capital of metal.

Once a year, the quiet city of Clisson is transformed into the European capital of metal.

Once a year, the quiet city of Clisson is transformed into the European capital of metal.

Once a year, the quiet city of Clisson is transformed into the European capital of metal.

Once a year, the quiet city of Clisson is transformed into the European capital of metal.

After 40 years of metalling, the legendary Brazilian metal band are calling it a day this year. But you can still watch their last show at Hellfest 2026

Filling your ears with sound are: Black Veil Brides, Buzzcocks, Rise Against, Agnostic Front, The Hives et The Adicts

Another day in paradise for heavy metal fans with Obscura, Anthrax, Septicflesh and more.

Our coverage continues for a second day with sets from Sepultura, Carach Angren, Rotting Christ, Malevolence and Sabaton.

Hellfest kicks off now! Day one of France's most famous heavy metal festival includes sets from Shelter and The Plot In You.

Once a year, the idyllic little French town of Clisson is transformed into the European capital of metal. This is the real deal.

Electric Callboy unleash their electronicore at Hellfest.

Once a year, the quiet city of Clisson is transformed into the European capital of metal.

Once a year, the quiet city of Clisson is transformed into the European capital of metal.

Once a year, the quiet city of Clisson is transformed into the European capital of metal.

Once a year, the idyllic little French town of Clisson is transformed into the European capital of metal. This is the real deal.

Once a year, the quiet city of Clisson is transformed into the European capital of metal.

Once a year, the quiet city of Clisson is transformed into the European capital of metal.