French Bakers Reclaim Guinness World Record with Over 140-Meter Baguette

For five years, Italy held bragging rights for the world's longest baguette. But on a recent Sunday, French bakers reclaimed their birthright in a triumphant display of national pride and bread-making prowess. 

The record-breaking baguette, a crusty behemoth measuring a staggering 140.53 meters (461 feet), was unveiled at the Suresnes Baguette Show, held near Paris. This impressive feat surpassed the previous record of 132.62 meters set by Italian bakers in Como in 2019. 

A team of 18 skilled bakers, known as boulangers (bakers), from the Île-de-France region, which includes Paris, began their mission at 3 am. Working with meticulous care, they hand-rolled and shaped the dough, ensuring it met the strictures of traditional French baguettes. 

As outlined by the French government's official specifications, and recently recognized on UNESCO's list of Intangible Cultural Heritage in 2022, the recipe used only flour, water, yeast and salt. 

The public watched in awe as the massive loaf took shape. A specially designed mobile oven ensured even baking for this extra-long baguette. Finally, after nearly 14 hours of work, the bread emerged golden brown and ready for its official measurement. 

The record-breaking moment was a joyous occasion. The baguette, a symbol of French gastronomy and craftsmanship, was sliced and shared with the crowd. Some slices were generously slathered with Nutella, a delightful combination for many French citizens. Another portion was donated to a local charity, ensuring those in need could also enjoy this historic loaf. 

Suresnes mayor Guillaume Boudy said, “Suresnes is proud to witness this record for the world’s longest baguette, which celebrates a national symbol of our gastronomy and the craftsmen who perpetuate its know-how,” he added, “I congratulate the Suresnois bakers who took part in baking the baguette, and who maintain the traditions of sharing which are essential to the conviviality of our town.” 

This achievement resonated deeply with the French people. Dominique Anract, president of the French National Confederation of Boulangerie and Patisserie, called it a "triumph for collective sportsmanship." 

“Bread is an engine of performance, our baguette is an inextricable part of our gastronomic heritage,” Anract said. 

The successful attempt not only secured France's place in the baguette-making hall of fame but also served as a delicious reminder of the country's rich culinary heritage and its deep love for the humble loaf.

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