Do you want to discover local gastronomy? In the heart of the historic center, in an exceptional setting, the Périgueux market is an unmissable event to discover the Périgord art of living. In the middle of the alleys, more than 100 local producers display their colorfully colored stands. To discover all its secrets, follow the guide: we’ll take you for a tour of the Périgueux market!
The traditional markets of Périgueux: the taste of the Dordogne
The markets in Périgueux are all year round!
Wednesday and Saturday mornings are market day in Périgueux! From Place du Coderc to Place de l'Ancien Hôtel de Ville, let yourself be guided by the streets of colorful stalls. Nuts, Périgord strawberries, fruits, vegetables and local products follow one another and the enthusiasm of the producers makes you want to stop at each stand. Will you choose the Jardin du Thouin at the foot of the Saint-Front cathedral or the banks of the Isle for your picnic? made in Périgueux?
Meetings at the Périgueux markets:
When ?
Meet on Wednesday and Saturday morning.
Where ?
- Place du Coderc
- Old Town Hall Square
- Place Saint-Silain
- Place Montaigne
The Halle du Coderc: enjoy yourself in all seasons
Are you already missing the weekly market in Périgueux and don't want to wait until the following Saturday? See you at the Halle du Coderc! Open from Tuesday to Sunday until 14 p.m., it hides more than one local product to slip into your shopping bag. To serve you, you will find around ten local traders and artisans: butcher, charcuterie, caterer, fishmonger, cheese shop, creperie, tapas bar... Another secret that makes the Halle so successful? We are warm in winter and cool in summer. Perfect for treating yourself to a tasting of Périgord products in any season!
Meetings at the Halle du Coderc:
When ?
From Tuesday to Sunday.
Where ?
- Halle du Coderc, Place de Coderc
The Périgueux gras market: a Périgord tradition
For more than 40 years, the town of Périgueux has hosted the “marché au gras” on Wednesday and Saturday mornings, a must for all lovers of duck and the Périgord region. From November to March, you will find everything you need for a successful festive meal! Foies gras, duck breasts, confits… The market brings together producers from the four corners of the department to discover, taste and sell high quality local products. Don't miss out on picking up one or two good tips for perfect cooking or an original recipe.
Fat market events:
When ?
From November to March, Wednesday and Saturday mornings.
Where ?
- St. Louis Square
The truffle market
Every year, every Saturday morning from December to mid-February, the Maison du Pâtissier, place Saint-Louis, houses the truffle market controlled from Périgueux. What is a controlled truffle market? First of all, it is the guarantee of buying quality truffles. In fact, each truffle is checked, weighed and classified by species and quality by an approved inspector. Only species Tuber Melanosporum et Tuber Brumale are accepted for sale in winter. You will have understood, to find the rare pearl, you have to look for it on the stalls of this typical Dordogne market!
Truffle market events:
When ?
From December to February, Wednesday and Saturday mornings.
Where ?
- St. Louis Square
Meet, share…
Want to learn more about Périgord gastronomy? This summer, meet local producers at the Tourist Office of the city of Périgueux. On the program: exchanges, laughter and sharing... We say “Bon appetit!”
