About Chasse et Nature en Fête

Chasse et Nature en Fête is the largest outdoor hunting show in the Grand Est region, organized every year at the end of August at the Parc aux Daims in Châteauvillain, Haute-Marne. Since 1991, this unmissable event brings together over 200 exhibitors and attracts 25,000 to 30,000 visitors. The program includes: weapons, clothing, animal art, hunting dog demonstrations, falconry shows, hunting horn competitions, archery, clay pigeon shooting, and wild fauna reconstructions. The Saturday evening culminates in a grand musical fireworks display.

The annual meeting for hunting and nature in Haute-Marne

Created in 1991, the Chasse et Nature en Fête show has established itself as one of the most important outdoor shows dedicated to hunting and nature in Eastern France. Every year, at the end of August, the magnificent Parc aux Daims of Châteauvillain opens its doors to thousands of enthusiasts for a festive and friendly weekend. This historic 272-hectare park, enclosed by a 6-kilometer stone wall built in 1655, is home to about a hundred fallow deer in semi-freedom and offers an exceptional natural setting for this event.

Over 200 exhibitors in the heart of the forest

The show features a true village of over 200 exhibitors spread under the park's canopy. Visitors can discover a complete range of products related to the world of hunting and nature:

Gunsmithing: hunting weapons, ammunition, shooting accessories
Equipment: technical clothing, footwear, optics (binoculars, scopes)
Animal art: sculptures, paintings, wildlife photographs, taxidermy
Local products: gastronomic specialties from Haute-Marne and the Grand Est region
Vehicles and leisure: quads, 4x4s, and outdoor equipment

Spectacular entertainment for the whole family

Beyond the exhibition, the show offers a varied entertainment program that delights young and old throughout the weekend:

Hunting dog demonstrations: presentation of different breeds (pointers, hounds, retrievers), working demonstrations, and competitions
Falconry shows: bird of prey flights demonstrated and commented on by professional falconers
Hunting horn competitions: the Trophée de la Trompe brings together horn players from all over France in a prestigious competition
Harnessed carriage presentations: parades of traditional hunting packs and horse-drawn carriages
Archery village: introductory sessions and demonstrations on a dedicated course, with a medieval stand
Clay pigeon and target shooting: simulated wild boar shooting, pellet rifle shooting, and clay pigeon shooting supervised by professionals
Paintball and quad biking: fun courses for thrill-seekers

The Haute-Marne wildlife rotunda

A unique scenographic space, the rotunda, presents life-sizeReconstructions of Haute-Marne wildlife scenes: deer in rut, wild boars, roe deer, foxes, and birds in realistic forest settings. This naturalistic display is one of the highlights of the visit.

The grand musical fireworks display on Saturday evening

The highlight of the weekend is undoubtedly the grand musical fireworks display, set off on Saturday evening at 9:45 PM by the pyrotechnicians of Jacques Prévot Artifices. This pyrotechnic show, visible from all over the park, illuminates the forest canopy in a magical atmosphere and beautifully concludes the first day of the show.

An event rooted in the natural heritage of Haute-Marne

Organized by Déclic Haute-Marne in partnership with the Departmental Federation of Hunters of Haute-Marne, the Chasse et Nature en Fête show is part of a long hunting and forestry tradition specific to this department, one of the most wooded in France. Haute-Marne, with its vast forest massifs (Arc-en-Barrois, Auberive, Châteauvillain), is a renowned hunting territory that hosts exceptional wildlife. The show contributes to the promotion of this natural heritage and the transmission of know-how related to hunting and wildlife management.

Chasse et Nature en Fête — edition 2026

The 35th edition of Chasse et Nature en Fête is expected at the end of August 2026 at the Parc aux Daims in Châteauvillain. The show will once again bring together over 200 exhibitors and will offer its usual program of entertainment: canine demonstrations, falconry, archery, clay pigeon shooting, hunting horn competitions, the Haute-Marne wildlife rotunda, and a grand musical fireworks display on Saturday evening.

Practical information — Chasse et Nature en Fête

Access to the Parc aux Daims

By car: Châteauvillain is located on the D65 between Chaumont and Bar-sur-Aube, about 30 km southeast of Chaumont. From Paris, take the A5 towards Troyes then the N19 towards Chaumont (approx. 2h30). From Dijon, follow the A31 then the N74 towards Langres and the D65 (approx. 1h30). The Parc aux Daims is located at the eastern entrance of the town, accessible via Rue du Parc. A large free parking area is available near the show entrance.

By train: The nearest TGV station is Chaumont, on the Paris-Est – Basel line. From Chaumont station, Châteauvillain is about 30 minutes away by car. Shuttles may be organized on the days of the show (inquire with the organizer).

Opening Hours

The show is open on Saturday from 9 AM and on Sunday from 9 AM. Closes in the late afternoon (refer to the current year's program). The musical fireworks display takes place on Saturday evening at 9:45 PM.

Prices

The usual prices are as follows:

Full price admission: €7.50 on-site
Saturday evening reduced price: €2 after 6 PM on Saturday
Weekend pass: ticket purchased on Saturday (€7.50) = free access on Sunday
Free for children under 14 years old

Reduced price tickets may be available for pre-sale on the official show website.

Catering

Several catering outlets are set up in the park, offering local specialties and grilled dishes. Drink stands and bars are located throughout the site.

Practical tips

The show takes place outdoors in a forest park: wear comfortable shoes suitable for walking on natural terrain. In case of rain, remember to bring waterproof clothing. The park is large, allow at least half a day to fully enjoy all the activities and exhibitors.

Contact and information

Déclic Haute-Marne
Tel: 03 25 03 01 03
Email: [email protected]
Website: www.salon-chasse-nature.com
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