Stationary UFO observed in France in 1993

Summary

On August 7, 1993, three witnesses in Château-Gontier (Maine-et-Loire, France) saw a very bright point in the sky shortly after leaving a disco. Although they could not precisely define its shape—some described it as round, others as triangular—they noted that it remained stationary. As the sun rose, the light gradually faded and disappeared. Investigators concluded it was likely a very bright celestial object, though an unidentified aerial phenomenon could not be ruled out.

This case was classified as "B" by the GEIPAN, meaning no satisfactory explanation was found after analysis. Despite the lack of technical data or images, the testimonies aligned on key aspects: location, time of day, and the object's immobility. The description of a light that fades with the arrival of daylight is common in celestial observations, but it can also fit some UFO sightings. The case remains of interest to researchers studying unexplained aerial phenomena.