Chartreuse du Liget Book Fair
Literary fair in a heritage setting in Southern Touraine
About Liget Book Fair
Chartreuse du Liget Book Fair in Chemillé-sur-Indrois
The Chartreuse du Liget Book Fair is a unique literary event that takes place every year in June within the majestic grounds of the Chartreuse du Liget, a former Carthusian monastery founded in the 12th century by Henry II Plantagenet. Nestled in the heart of the Loches forest, this listed historical monument offers an exceptional setting for the celebration of books and reading.
A fair at the heart of Touraine's heritage
The Chartreuse du Liget, with its medieval remains and wooded park, provides a remarkable setting to welcome authors and readers. The fair is held in the restored spaces of the monastery, allowing visitors to combine literary discovery with heritage exploration. The event actively contributes to the cultural influence of Southern Touraine and the Indre-et-Loire department.
Program and activities
Each edition brings together about fifty authors representing a wide variety of literary genres: novels, comic strips, children's literature, essays, poetry, and regional works. Visitors can meet the authors, attend book signing sessions, and participate in readings and literary activities. Admission is free, making the event accessible to all audiences.
Organization and spirit of the fair
Organized by the association Signature Touraine, the fair is distinguished by its warm and family-friendly atmosphere. Volunteers welcome visitors in a spirit of conviviality and sharing around the passion for books. The exceptional setting of the Chartreuse, between ancient stones and preserved nature, gives the event a poetic and timeless dimension that appeals to both literature lovers and heritage enthusiasts.
Practical information
The fair traditionally takes place on the third weekend of June, Saturday from 2 PM to 6 PM and Sunday from 10 AM to 6 PM. Access is free. The Chartreuse du Liget is located in the town of Chemillé-sur-Indrois, about 10 km south of Loches, accessible via the D760.
Liget Book Fair — edition 2026
6th edition of the Salon du Livre de la Chartreuse du Liget on Sunday, June 14, 2026 in Chemillé-sur-Indrois (37). Around fifty authors from Touraine gather outdoors under marquees in the monumental setting of the Chartreuse du Liget, with Marc Lefrançois as guest of honor. Meetings, book signings, and guided tours of the monument — free entry.
Salon du Livre de la Chartreuse du Liget — 2026 Edition
The 6th edition of the Salon du Livre de la Chartreuse du Liget will be held on Sunday, June 14, 2026, from 10 AM to 6 PM, within the grounds of the Chartreuse du Liget in Chemillé-sur-Indrois. Organized by the Signature Touraine association, this outdoor literary day brings together around fifty authors from Touraine and beyond, set up under marquees in the monumental setting of this former 12th-century Carthusian monastery.
Marc Lefrançois Guest of Honor
Author Marc Lefrançois, specializing in history and literature, is the guest of honor for this edition. He will be joined by around fifty authors representing all genres: novels, historical novels, thrillers, science fiction, fantasy, poetry, youth literature, essays, biographies, local history, and heritage.
Guided Tours of the Monument
Two guided tours of the Chartreuse du Liget will be offered during the day with Christophe Meunier, geographer and historian: the first at 10:30 AM, the second at 2:30 PM. This is an opportunity to discover this historic monument founded in the 12th century by Henry II Plantagenet, nestled in the heart of the Loches forest.
A Friendly and Free Day
Access to the fair is entirely free. Visitors can stroll among the stands, meet authors, attend book signing sessions, and enjoy the exceptional heritage setting. The event is run by volunteers from the Signature Touraine association, in a spirit of conviviality and sharing around books.
Programme Liget Book Fair 2026
Sunday, June 14, 2026 — Chartreuse du Liget
- 10:00 AM — Fair opens, public welcome, book signings begin
- 10:30 AM — 1st guided tour of the Chartreuse du Liget with Christophe Meunier
- 2:30 PM — 2nd guided tour of the Chartreuse du Liget with Christophe Meunier
- 6:00 PM — Fair closes
Guest of Honor
- Marc Lefrançois — History, literature
Participating Authors (selection)
Around fifty authors will be present throughout the day for meetings and book signings, including:
- Corinne Bombardieri-Roquier — Poetry, personal development
- Jean-Claude Bonnaud — Journalism, general literature
- Georges Bonnemaison — Fiction (exile, violence, resilience)
- Paul-Emmanuel Bourdette — Historical novels, theater, short stories
- Cathy Bouyer — Youth, fantasy universe
- Philippe Chemineau — Scientific essays, history
- Marie Canazzi-Dimeglio — Poetry, theater, youth
- Emma Cornellis — Science fiction, fantasy, romance
- Gilles Debrégeas — Poetry, science fiction novels
- Nathalie Desperches Boukhatem — Illustrations, youth
- Mathieu Dubray — Science fiction, fantasy
- Pascal Dubrisay — Art history and heritage
- Jean-Gilles Dutardre — Historical biographies, resistance
- Eidole — Short stories, contemporary romance
- Lyly Ford — Fantasy, contemporary romance
- Dorothée Fontanillas — Poetry, short stories, youth
- Daniel Forest — Fantasy, legend
- Thierry Fusalba — Short stories, essays, novels, theater, poetry
- Vianney Frain — Poetry
- Marie-Paule Gambier — Poetry
- Stéphane Gendron — Onomastics, toponymy
- Lionel Geoffroy — Local history, genealogy
- Tristan Girard — Poetry (slam)
- Seth Horvath — Fantasy, thrillers, medieval history
- Tony Jagu — Essays, biography
- Nadine Jussic — Short stories, novels
- Patrice Lesage — Hiking narratives
- Dominique Levénez — Historical novels (Middle Ages), youth
- Catherine Lison-Croze — Contemporary novels
- Christophe Meunier — Local history, heritage
- Michel Mirault — Local history, heritage
- Mélina Montains — Poetry
- Morgane Muller — Novels (self-discovery)
- Pierre Orgeur — Historical novels
- Vahakn Philippe Ouzounian — Theater, general literature
- Nicole Parlange — Detective novels
- Frédéric Pasco-Werlé — Memoirs, literary photography
- Frère Pierre Damien — Spirituality, travel
- Sylvie Pouliquen — Tales, historical novels (Middle Ages)
- Pierre Redouin — Novels, art history
- Valérie Régnier — Novels
- Bala Reinersen — Psychological thriller, horror, fantasy
- Patrick Renard — Poetry
- Evelyne Sellés-Fischer — Theater, songs
- Marylène Serrault — Fiction novels
- Philippe Smette — Slice-of-life novels
- Daniel René — Societal essays
- Joëlle Soyer — Autobiographical novels, youth
- Frédéric Tournoux — Poetry, historical novels
- Thierry Vivier — History (Liberation of Tours)
Highlights Liget Book Fair 2026
- 6th edition of the fair
- Marc Lefrançois guest of honor
- Around fifty authors from Touraine and beyond
- Monumental setting: Chartreuse du Liget, 12th-century monastery
- Two guided tours of the monument during the day
- Outdoor fair under marquees
- Free entry
Prices Liget Book Fair 2026
Practical information — Liget Book Fair
Practical Information
Location
Chartreuse du Liget, 2 Les Chartreux, 37460 Chemillé-sur-Indrois, Indre-et-Loire.
Access
About 10 km south of Loches via the D760. Free parking on site.
Opening Hours
Saturday from 2 PM to 6 PM, Sunday from 10 AM to 6 PM.
Prices
Free admission.
Contact
Association Signature Touraine. Website: lachartreuseduliget.com
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Chartreuse du Liget
2 Les Chartreux, 37460 Chemillé-sur-Indrois