There are many specialities on the markets in the Ardèche that you won’t be able to do without once you’ve tasted them. Caillette, goat’s cheese, rillettes, saucisson, chestnut honey, wines and other local produce, all available at local markets
Markets in the South Ardèche
Sunday markets in the Ardèche
- Lanas from 6pm to 8pm (in summer).
- Salavas in the morning (from late May to mid-September).
- Saint Remèze in the morning (during the summer).
- Ruoms organic market from 8am to 12pm (April to September).
Monday markets
- St Alban Auriolles all year round.
- Vogüé Gare in July and August.
- Vagnas from 4pm to 8pm (mid-June to December).
- Chauzon from 5pm to 8pm (in summer).
Tuesdays in the Ardèche
- Balazuc from 6pm to 8pm (in summer).
- Labeaume in the morning (during the summer).
- Orgnac l’Aven from 5pm to 8pm (during the summer).
- Viviers all year round in the morning.
- Sampzon in June, July and August.
Wednesday
- Salavas from 5.30pm to 9pm (in summer).
- Bourg-Saint-Andéol mornings all year round.
- Saint-Martin-d’Ardèche in July and August, mornings.
Thursday markets in Ardèche
- Saint Montan from 4pm to 7pm.
- Vogüé ( village) from 6pm to 9pm (May to September).
- Vallon Pont d’Arc all year round.
- Saint-Marcel d’Ardèche all year round in the morning.
Friday markets in the Ardèche
The best of Ardèche, Cévennes and Provençal gastronomy
Summer markets, evening markets, organic markets, seasonal markets and craft markets are all great opportunities to meet the region’s producers. You’ll fill your baskets with delicious treats. So don’t hesitate to take advantage of the diversity and conviviality of the local markets in the Sud Ardèche. Awaken your taste buds and discover the best of Ardèche, Cévennes and Provençal gastronomy. Wherever you are in the Ardèche, you’re bound to find what you’re looking for among the colourful and fragrant stalls of local producers
Local producers
Local producers meet almost every morning in different towns and villages. The stalls of the farmers’ markets offer you their quality products. Here you can meet passionate craftsmen and small producers who are committed to direct sales and short distribution channels
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Organic markets
The organic market, the Provencal market and the farmers’ market are a must for discovering the region’s specialities and culinary delights. Take a stroll around the market squares and sample the regional produce. Olives, poultry, local wines, breads, liqueurs, chestnuts, caillette, etc. Country, farmers’ and craft markets showcase the skills of local farmers, market-gardeners, breeders and wine-growers. You’ll find plenty of places to taste and buy quality local produce
Frequently asked questions about local markets
Picodon, foudjou and Rogeret des Cévennes. Ardèche ham is made from pigs reared in the traditional way and fed on top-quality feed to guarantee its exceptional flavour. Sausages (available in all flavours, including truffle), rolled bacon and Murçon (sausage). Chestnuts and chestnut honey. Caillette, made from minced pork mixed with local herbs and spices. It is eaten either cold or warm, which enhances its flavour and makes it much lighter. Bombine (a speciality made from potatoes, pork chops, garlic, onion and bay leaves. It is prepared in a variety of ways, for example with crêpes), blueberries, chestnuts, truffles, etc.
Picodon. Picodon is produced using traditional, artisanal methods, using raw goat’s milk. It comes in the form of small round cheeses, generally weighing around 60 to 70 grams, with a thin rind and a smooth, creamy interior.
Rogeret des Cévennes: a soft, raw goat’s milk cheese with a bloomy rind. It is made using traditional artisan methods, using goat’s milk from local herds reared in the mountains of the Cévennes. This cheese is distinguished by its creamy texture and subtle goaty flavour, which can vary in intensity depending on its maturation.
A delicious Picodon accompanied by an old vine Viognier (late harvest). Both can be found in the grocery shop at the entrance to Labastide-de-Virac. And for breakfast, a chestnut honey