Eurovision Song Contest 1959 was the fourth edition of the annual Eurovision Song Contest . It took place in Cannes , France , following André Claveau 's win at the 1958 contest in Hilversum , Netherlands with the song " Dors , mon amour " . It was the first time France hosted the event . The contest was held at Palais des Festivals et des Congrès on Wednesday 11 March 1959 , and was hosted by Jacqueline Joubert
1958 contest
Eurovision Song Contest 1958
Eurovision Song Contest 1959