🍅 Bustling markets in beautiful medieval towns, southwest France

🍅 Bustling markets in beautiful medieval towns, southwest France

The markets of the Dordogne and Lot-et-Garonne offer a vibrant and authentic experience, where you can indulge in a feast of local produce, traditional crafts and a lively atmosphere.

From busy town squares to quaint villages, each market showcases a wide variety of goods and mouth-watering delicacies - think juicy peaches, tomatoes packed full of flavour, and a whole host of incredible local cheeses.

Local day markets include:

  • Monday: Duras, 08:00 - 13:00
  • Tuesday: CastillonĂ©s 08:00 - 13:00
  • Thursday: Eymet, 8:00h - 13:00, Marmande, 08:00 - 12:00
  • Saturday: Sainte-Foy-La-Grande, 09:00 - 13:00
  • Sunday: Issigeac, 08:30 - 13:00
Issigeac market

In summer, the night markets - Le marché nocturne - are not to be missed! Transforming sleepy villages into bustling hubs of activity, drawing locals and visitors alike. Against the backdrop of wonderful, historic architecture, live music and delicious aromas fill the air.

Local night markets in July and August include:

  • Tuesday: Eymet
  • Wednesday: Allemans-du-Dropt*
  • Thursday: Duras
  • Sunday: Soumensac and CastillonĂ©s

*Allemans-du-Dropt also hosts les Mercredis Cachés (Hidden Wednesdays), a free concert happens every Wednesday from July 3 to August 28, 2024 at 8:30 p.m.

Eymet night market

Whether by day or by night, the markets of the Dordogne and Lot-et-Garonne offer an unforgettable experience, where the spirit of the region comes alive in a celebration of food, culture, and community.

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