On July 16, 2026, Bayeux will host the 13th edition of the Marché du Terroir & de l’Artisanat Normand. This notable market will gather around fifty local producers and artisans, showcasing the rich colors and aromas of Normandy. Attendees can explore a variety of offerings, including regional products, jewelry, soaps, textiles, and sweets, all enhanced by live music. Each evening features a concert, with Marion Huguet, a talented singer and accordionist, performing French songs. This year introduces a new themed area every Thursday at the foot of the Cathedral, providing a dynamic social hub for both locals and visitors. It’s a unique blend of crafts and culinary delights, celebrating local culture and community spirit. Don’t miss this opportunity to connect with artisans and savor the essence of Normandy amid a lively market atmosphere.
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Night Market in Clohars-Carnoët: Local Artisans
The Night Market in Clohars-Carnoët is set for 26 July 2026, running from 5 PM to 10 PM. Focused on local artisans and creators, this event showcases a variety of handmade goods, providing a platform to support regional talent. Although it is primarily a non-food market, local producers highlight the area’s craftsmanship and creativity. Visitors can enjoy the engaging nighttime atmosphere, exploring an array of products. It’s a great opportunity to gather with friends and family, celebrating community spirit and local flavor at Le Pouldu, Rue des Grands Sables.
Cidrerie Cozmezou in Plouégat-Guérand: Tastings
Cidrerie Cozmezou welcomes guests this summer in Plouégat-Guérand for an engaging tasting experience. Visitors can explore the farm and orchards, and enjoy a film that outlines the cider production process, available in both French and English. The tour includes a detailed walkthrough of the production workshop, led by Erwan, who shares insights into the craft of cider-making. Attendees will sample a variety of products, including cider, lambig, pommeau, chouchenn, and fresh apple juice. The cider shop offers these items for sale, providing an excellent opportunity to take home a taste of Brittany. A stroll through the orchard is also available, allowing guests to appreciate the tranquil countryside. Reservations can be made directly through the Cidrerie Cozmezou website to secure your place for this varied experience.
Grand Marché d’Arles
Arles’ grand market gives the city its weekly Provençal pulse. Spread along the boulevards around the historic centre, it brings food, flowers, crafts, textiles and everyday produce into a setting shaped by the Camargue, the Alpilles and the Rhône. Nothing feels staged here: people arrive early, compare fruit, choose olives or cheese, buy bunches of herbs, pause for a neighbour, then move on beneath the plane trees. The market is one of the easiest ways to read Arles through taste, accent and habit. It belongs as much to the daily life of residents as to the image visitors carry away from the city.