Fête de la Gastronomie de Thiézac

A gourmet weekend in the heart of Haute-Auvergne

Nestled in the Cère valley, at the foot of the Puy Griou and the Plomb du Cantal, the village of Thiézac is a green setting that hosts one of the most charming gastronomic festivals in the department. Every year, during the Ascension weekend, the town transforms into a vast open-air market dedicated to the flavors of the Cantal region. This event has become a highlight for food lovers and fans of traditional Auvergne cuisine.

The culinary treasures of Haute-Auvergne in the spotlight

The Fête de la Gastronomie de Thiézac celebrates the exceptional culinary heritage of Haute-Auvergne. Among the highlighted specialties, pounti, a delicious pâté made from flour, eggs, chard, and prunes, is one of the region's emblematic dishes. Bourriols, thick buckwheat crepes that can be enjoyed as a starter or dessert, delight the most curious palates. Stuffed cabbages, filled with sausage meat and vegetables, complete this gourmet panorama. Beyond these classics, visitors discover the richness of Cantal cheeses — Cantal AOP, Salers, Saint-Nectaire — as well as artisanal charcuterie and local sweet treats.

Workshops, demonstrations, and gourmet market

The festival program offers a complete immersion into local gastronomy. Culinary workshops allow visitors to get hands-on and learn to prepare traditional recipes under the guidance of passionate chefs. Demonstrations of cheese making, pounti preparation, or bourriols cooking on cast iron plates punctuate the weekend.

The gourmet market brings together producers and artisans from all over Cantal and neighboring departments. Cheesemakers, charcuterie producers, bakers, beekeepers, market gardeners, and winemakers present their best products. Visitors can taste and buy directly from producers in a warm and authentic atmosphere.

Conviviality and festivities for the whole family

The Fête de la Gastronomie de Thiézac is not just about the pleasures of the table. Musical entertainment accompanies the tastings throughout the weekend, with traditional bands and orchestras getting visitors dancing in the village square. Traditional games and activities for children complete the program, making this a truly family-friendly event.

Admission is completely free, making the festival accessible to all audiences. On-site meals, prepared with local products, allow visitors to extend the gourmet experience in a village festival atmosphere.

An exceptional natural setting

Enjoying the Fête de la Gastronomie de Thiézac is also an opportunity to discover a remarkable natural setting. The Cère valley, dominated by the peaks of the Cantal Massif, offers grandiose landscapes ideal for hiking. The Faillitoux waterfall, the green mountain pastures, and the mountain huts are all opportunities for walks to combine with a visit to the festival. The village itself, with its volcanic stone houses and Romanesque church, is worth a leisurely stroll.