Festival des AOC-AOP de Cambremer
The meeting place for excellent terroirs in Pays d'Auge
2026
About Festival AOC-AOP Cambremer
Festival AOC-AOP Cambremer — edition 2026
The 31st edition of the Cambremer AOC-AOP Festival took place on Saturday, May 2 and Sunday, May 3, 2026 on the Place de la Mairie, with Italy as guest of honor. Under the patronage of chef Lilian Douchet (Top Chef 2022 candidate), some fifty AOC/AOP producers and artisans showcased Norman and Italian terroirs: cheeses, ciders, calvados, cured meats, olive oils, and wines. This edition also marked the 30th anniversary of the AOC Cidre Pays d'Auge and the 40th anniversary of the AOC Beurre and Crème d'Isigny.
31st Edition — Italy in the spotlight
The Cambremer AOC-AOP Festival celebrated its 31st edition on Saturday, May 2 and Sunday, May 3, 2026 on the Place de la Mairie in Cambremer. Around fifty stands of AOC/AOP producers and artisans welcomed visitors with excellent products from Pays d'Auge and, this year, Italian specialties.
Italy, Guest of Honor 2026
For this 31st edition, the festival honored Italy and its gastronomic expertise: Italian cheeses, cured meats, olive oils, and wines joined Norman AOP cheeses (Camembert, Pont-l'Évêque, Livarot, Neufchâtel), cider, pommeau, calvados, and Isigny cream. A dedicated marquee gathered 9 stands and 24 Italian AOC/IGP products.
Patronage of Chef Lilian Douchet
Chef Lilian Douchet, a notable candidate from Top Chef 2022, sponsored this edition. He shared his passion and talent throughout the weekend through culinary shows and meetings with the public.
Significant Anniversaries
The 2026 edition celebrated several significant anniversaries for Norman appellations: 30 years of AOC Cidre Pays d'Auge, 40 years of AOC Beurre and Crème d'Isigny, as well as 40 years of twinning between Calvados and Lower Franconia (Bavaria), with the presence of winemaker Anja Stritzinger and her award-winning Franconian wines.
Activities and Program
On the weekend's program: regional cider competition, culinary shows, musical entertainment, gourmet hikes, parent/child culinary workshops (new for 2026), educational activities, and on-site catering with food trucks and crêperies. The Calvados Departmental Hiking Committee (CDRP 14) offered two hikes starting from Cambremer: 15 km on Saturday and 9.5 km on Sunday (departure 10 am, 3 € for non-FFRandonnée licensees, packed lunch).
Highlights Festival AOC-AOP Cambremer 2026
- 31st edition — Italy as guest of honor (dedicated marquee, 24 Italian AOC/IGP products)
- Patronage of chef Lilian Douchet (Top Chef 2022)
- 50 stands of AOC/AOP producers and artisans
- 30th anniversary of AOC Cidre Pays d'Auge celebrated
- 40th anniversary of AOC Beurre and Crème d'Isigny
- 40th anniversary of Calvados / Lower Franconia twinning
- Regional cider competition, culinary shows, gourmet hikes
- Parent/child culinary workshops (new for 2026)
- Free admission, free parking
Programme Festival AOC-AOP Cambremer 2026
Saturday, May 2, 2026 (10 am - 8 pm)
- 10:00 am — Festival opening, Place de la Mairie
- 10:00 am — Departure of 15 km gourmet hike (CDRP 14)
- All day long — 50 stands of AOC/AOP producers (Norman cheeses, ciders, calvados, pommeau, Isigny cream) + Italy marquee (9 stands, 24 Italian AOC/IGP products)
- Throughout the weekend — Culinary shows hosted by chef Lilian Douchet (edition's patron, Top Chef 2022)
- Throughout the weekend — Regional cider competition
- Throughout the weekend — Musical entertainment
- Throughout the weekend — Parent/child culinary workshops (new): cheese making, butter churning, apple juice making
- Throughout the weekend — Educational activities on local products
- Winemaker Anja Stritzinger's stand (Frankenwein, Lower Franconia — 40 years of Calvados / Lower Franconia twinning)
Sunday, May 3, 2026 (10 am - 6 pm)
- 10:00 am — Festival resumes, Place de la Mairie
- 10:00 am — Departure of 9.5 km gourmet hike (CDRP 14)
- All day long — Producer stands, tastings, culinary shows, musical and educational activities (same as Saturday)
- 6:00 pm — Closing of the 31st edition
Detailed hour-by-hour program available on the official website: festivalaocaop.fr.
Prices Festival AOC-AOP Cambremer 2026
Festival AOC-AOP Cambremer — 2027 edition
The 2026 edition was held from 2 May to 3 May 2026. The dates for the 2027 edition have not been announced yet. This page will be updated as soon as the official programme is published.
Practical information — Festival AOC-AOP Cambremer
Practical Information
Location
Place de la Mairie, 14340 Cambremer.
Access
- By car: From Lisieux (15 km), take the D50 towards Cambremer. From Caen (45 km), take the A13 then the D50.
- Parking: Free and secure parking managed by volunteer associations. Bicycle parking available.
Prices
- Free entry
- Tasting glass: 2 EUR deposit (refundable)
Contact
- Organizer: Festival des AOC-AOP de Cambremer
- Website: festivalaocaop.fr
30 years of gastronomic excellence in Pays d'Auge
Created in 1995, the Festival des AOC-AOP de Cambremer celebrates Norman appellation products every year. Located in the heart of Pays d'Auge, Cambremer proudly produces 7 of the 15 Norman AOC-AOPs: cheeses, cider, pommeau, calvados, and Isigny cream. The festival has become a must-attend event for lovers of gastronomy and local produce, attracting thousands of visitors every first weekend of May.
Treasures of the Norman terroir to taste
The festival brings together the best Norman producers around the Place de la Mairie in Cambremer. Visitors discover and taste AOP Norman cheeses (Camembert, Pont-l'Évêque, Livarot, Neufchâtel), cider, pommeau, calvados, Isigny cream, and quality meats. A tasting glass is given to each visitor for a 2 EUR deposit.
Cider competition and entertainment
The Cambremer cider competition is a highlight of the festival, rewarding the best ciders and cider products in the region. Meet the producers, activities for children and families, and a festive and friendly atmosphere mark the two days of festivities. Six catering points, including food trucks and crêperies, are available to visitors.
A responsible commitment
The festival is part of a responsible event approach, with attention paid to transport, catering, and visitor reception. Free and secure parking is managed by local volunteer associations, and bicycle parking is also available.
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