Gastronomy in Saint-Pons-de-Thomières, Hérault
Fête de la Châtaigne is a must-attend event in the cultural life of Saint-Pons-de-Thomières and the Hérault department, in Occitanie. Since its creation in 1999, this event has established itself as a benchmark for gastronomy, attracting a loyal and curious audience each year.
Traditional festival on the last weekend of October with grilled chestnuts, producers' market, and medieval entertainment.
Located in the heart of Saint-Pons-de-Thomières, Fête de la Châtaigne takes advantage of the exceptional setting of the commune and its heritage. The event fully participates in the tourist attractiveness of the Hérault department and highlights the cultural, natural, and human riches of the Occitanie region. The Hérault department, bathed by the Mediterranean and crossed by varied landscapes ranging from the coast to the Larzac, offers an ideal setting for hosting quality cultural events.
Each edition of Fête de la Châtaigne offers a varied program combining gastronomy and conviviality. Visitors can enjoy multiple activities, discoveries, and moments of sharing that make this event so rich. The complete program is communicated each year through the official channels of the event.
Fête de la Châtaigne is above all a moment of sharing and conviviality. Whether you are an informed amateur or simply curious, everyone will find something to satisfy their curiosity and have a pleasant time in Saint-Pons-de-Thomières. The warm welcome from the organizers and volunteers makes each edition a memorable experience.
The Chestnut Festival returns to Saint-Pons-de-Thomières on Saturday, October 24 and Sunday, October 25, 2026, for the traditional last weekend of October event in the village streets.
The Chestnut Festival will take place on Saturday, October 24 and Sunday, October 25, 2026 in Saint-Pons-de-Thomières, in Hérault. Organized by the festival committee « Les Tamarous », this gastronomic and popular festival takes over the village streets and the heart of the event, Place du Foirail (Foiralet), where chestnuts are roasted over a wood fire and served in traditional cones.
More than 150 exhibitors — local producers, artisans, and regional products — enliven the weekend, complemented by food stalls run by local associations and merchants, as well as various family activities. Admission is free, with free parking and shuttles.
The detailed program for the 2026 edition will be communicated by the festival committee closer to the event.
Saint-Pons-de-Thomières (34220), Hérault.
Reach Saint-Pons-de-Thomières by road. Parking is available around the event site. Consult the official information for access details.
Price: from 2 € to 13 €.
For more information, consult the official website of the event or contact the town hall of Saint-Pons-de-Thomières.
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Place du Foirail
Place du Foirail, 34220 Saint-Pons-de-Thomières, 34220 Saint-Pons-de-Thomières