Fete de la Cagouille
Gastronomic festival of the Charentais snail in Saint-Claud
About Fete de la Cagouille
The Fete de la Cagouille is a popular and gastronomic festival organized every year on the last weekend of September in Saint-Claud, in Charente, by the association Sports et Loisirs de Saint-Claud. The 'cagouille', the name given to the snail in Charente, is at the heart of this celebration of local culinary tradition. The program includes snail-based meals, an orchestra, a mass with distribution of blessed brioches, a small train, an exhibition of vintage cars, a raffle, and a refreshment stand.
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The Cagouille, Emblem of Charente
In Charente, the snail is affectionately called cagouille. This emblematic animal of the region is celebrated every year during the Fete de la Cagouille in Saint-Claud, a small town in northeastern Charente. Organized by the association Sports et Loisirs de Saint-Claud, this popular festival brings together locals and visitors around Charentais gastronomy and traditions.
A Festive and Gourmet Program
On the last weekend of September, Saint-Claud buzzes to the rhythm of the Fete de la Cagouille. The program includes snail meals prepared according to the traditional Charentais recipe, a fast-food service, a mass followed by the distribution of blessed brioches, a meal enlivened by the orchestra Music Passion, a 'cagouille' mini-train for children, and a refreshment stand.
Vintage Cars and Conviviality
The Fete de la Cagouille also features an exhibition of vintage cars, concerts, and a raffle. The event is an opportunity to discover the culinary heritage of Charente in a warm and family-friendly atmosphere, in the heart of the Charente Limousine countryside.
Fete de la Cagouille — edition 2026
The Fete de la Cagouille 2026 is announced for the last weekend of September in Saint-Claud. Snail meals, concerts, entertainment, and conviviality are on the agenda.
Fete de la Cagouille 2026
The Fete de la Cagouille returns on the last weekend of September 2026 in Saint-Claud. The Sports et Loisirs association will offer the traditional program: snail meals, musical entertainment, a mini train, vintage car exhibition, mass, and blessed brioches.
Meal reservations can be made through the association.
Highlights Fete de la Cagouille 2026
- Gastronomic festival of the Charentais snail
- Entertainment for the whole family
- Conviviality and Charentais traditions
Prices Fete de la Cagouille 2026
Practical information — Fete de la Cagouille
Access
The Fete de la Cagouille takes place in the village of Saint-Claud, 16450, in Charente (Nouvelle-Aquitaine).
- By car : From Angouleme (50 km northeast), take the N141 towards Limoges then the D951 towards Saint-Claud.
- Parking : Free parking in the village.
Opening Hours
- Saturday and Sunday, from morning to late afternoon
- Mass on Sunday at 10:30 AM
Contact
- Organizer : Association Sports et Loisirs de Saint-Claud
- Phone : 06 62 04 10 24 / 06 84 30 00 57
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Bourg de Saint-Claud
Bourg de Saint-Claud, 16450 Saint-Claud