Brive-la-Gaillarde market
Brive-la-Gaillarde Market and the best farmers’ markets
Among the most beautiful
TF1 recently launched the competition for the most beautiful regional markets, based on the observation that in France, the heart of a region beats at its market. For the occasion, the regional newspaper La Montagne is acting as a relay for the Brive-la-Gaillarde market near Camping Soleil d’Oc in Corrèze. You simply need to vote on the MYTF1 platform. In this context, in addition to presenting the Brive-la-Gaillarde market, we’ll give you a detailed look at the best farmers’ markets along the Dordogne in Corrèze.
Brive-la-Gaillarde Market
A true institution
Brive-la-Gaillarde Market takes place every Saturday. This market has become a true institution in the city of Brive. You’ll find many high-quality regional products, especially in the George Brassens covered market.
With a peak of 20,000 visitors, the Brive market keeps drawing crowds.
In summer, visitors from abroad flock there on Saturdays to visit the market, which is considered a must in the region.
We recommend stopping by the Brassens covered market for local produce.
What can you find at the Brive-la-Gaillarde market?
Local produce
-the famous Limousin apple, the Voutezac peach, Saint-Robert grapes, Ayen plums, and Concèze raspberries
-Great truffles around the Brive-la-Gaillarde area
-Rocamadour goat’s cheese
-Périgord walnuts and chestnuts in all their forms
-Excellent regional meat from the Limousin breed
-Foie gras, confit, and duck breast
Don’t hesitate to listen to Georges Brassens’ song “Hécatombe” to get into the atmosphere of the Brive-la-Gaillarde market
Small farmers’ markets
Quality products
In the Dordogne Valley, eating good-quality regional products is crucial. We love introducing you to our local produce and sharing it over a good meal in a friendly atmosphere. That’s what farmers’ markets are for: you’ll be able to meet locals, make meaningful connections, and hear the stories behind regional products.
The term marché des producteurs de pays is a trademark of the Chambers of Agriculture, created to build momentum around regional products. At these markets, you’ll only find local producers who are committed to following a charter of good practices. The idea is to guarantee consumers quality farm products, local and seasonal produce (local specialties), transparency and high production standards, and above all direct contact with the producer.
Straight from the producers
Quality guaranteed
Products are bought directly at the source, with no middleman. For producers, it’s rewarding to be able to satisfy both tourists and locals at these farmers’ markets.
At many farmers’ markets in Corrèze, you can eat on site and share more than just a few words with the producer.
Our top farmers’ market near the campsite on the Dordogne
Close to the campsite
There aren’t many farmers’ markets in Corrèze. Around the campsite, we recommend the closest one, in Monceaux-sur-Dordogne, which has a great vibe.
Every Thursday evening from 5 PM, you’ll find producers at the market as they start bringing out regional products. The best option is to leave the campsite on foot—it takes about 20 minutes to reach the market around 7 PM. At that time, you just need to do a bit of shopping and find a table to fully enjoy the local produce. A band will be there to liven up the evening, and a refreshment stand is available for those who fancy a drink. In a festive atmosphere, locals and tourists mingle to share their stories and adventures…
In Beaulieu-sur-Dordogne
Strawberry market
Another very enjoyable farmers’ market is the one in Beaulieu-sur-Dordogne, held every Tuesday from 5 PM. It’s about a 20-minute drive, but it means having a responsible driver who won’t be able to sample the local alcohol. The Beaulieu-sur-Dordogne market is also known for its strawberries in all their forms.