Chestnut and Cèpe Festival
Gastronomic festival of chestnut and cèpe in Villefranche-du-Périgord
About Chestnut & Cèpe
The Chestnut and Cèpe Festival is an emblematic gastronomic event held every year on the third weekend of October in Villefranche-du-Périgord, in Dordogne. Organized by the association La Bastide du Périgord Noir, this festival celebrates two flagship products of the Périgord terroir: chestnut and cèpe. On the program: chestnut market, stone spitting contest (registered in the Guinness Book of Records), chestnut rally, folk entertainment by the Croquants d'Escornabou, sung mass, ceremonies of the Confrérie de la Châtaigne, and discovery of the Maison de la Châtaigne.
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A festival of the Périgord terroir
Every third weekend of October, the bastide of Villefranche-du-Périgord celebrates autumn flavors through its Chestnut and Cèpe Festival. Organized by the association La Bastide du Périgord Noir, this event highlights two emblematic products of Périgord gastronomy.
Entertainment and traditions
The program spans two days with numerous activities: a chestnut market and regional products (garlic, cognac, prunes, cheeses, jams), a stone spitting contest registered in the Guinness Book of Records, a chestnut rally, traditional gathering contests, and themed meals in local restaurants.
Folklore and heritage
Folk entertainment is provided by the group Croquants d'Escornabou. The festival also includes a sung mass by the local choir, solemn ceremonies of the Confrérie de la Châtaigne, a free visit to the Maison de la Châtaigne, as well as craft demonstrations: basket weaving, woodturning, and fresh apple juice pressing.
Chestnut & Cèpe — edition 2026
The Chestnut and Cèpe Festival returns on October 17 and 18, 2026, in Villefranche-du-Périgord to celebrate the autumn flavors of Périgord. Program and details to come.
2026 Edition
The Chestnut and Cèpe Festival returns to Villefranche-du-Périgord on the third weekend of October 2026. Chestnut market, stone spitting contest, chestnut rally, and folk entertainment will be on the program for this new edition. Details and program to be confirmed.
Prices Chestnut & Cèpe 2026
Practical information — Chestnut & Cèpe
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Access
By car: Villefranche-du-Périgord is located on the D660, about 50 km south of Sarlat-la-Canéda. Free parking in the town center.
Opening hours
Saturday and Sunday, the third weekend of October. Activities throughout the day.
Prices
Free admission.
Contact
Association La Bastide du Périgord Noir
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Centre-bourg de Villefranche-du-Périgord
Centre-ville, 24550 Villefranche-du-Périgord