Fête du Port de Pêche
The celebration of seafood and fishing trades
About Fête du Port de Pêche
Every year in June, the Fête du Port de Pêche celebrates the maritime trades and the seafood of La Rochelle. At the Chef-de-Baie port, fishermen and artisans share their know-how over a large seafood buffet.
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A gourmet and maritime festival
Since its creation, the Fête du Port de Pêche has become a must-attend event for the people of La Rochelle and seafood lovers. Every June, the Chef-de-Baie port welcomes thousands of visitors celebrating fishing trades and tasting local specialties.
A grand seafood buffet
The highlight of the festival is the grand seafood buffet: grilled sardines, mackerel, oysters, freshly caught mussels. Visitors can enjoy these delicacies in a festive and friendly atmosphere by the water.
Activities and discoveries
The festival also offers maritime activities: knot-tying demonstrations, marine knots, fish market tours, fresh fish sales, concerts, and meetings with fishing professionals. It's an opportunity to discover the trades and know-how of La Rochelle fishermen.
Fête du Port de Pêche — edition 2026
The Fête du Port de Pêche returns in June 2026 to celebrate maritime trades with a grand seafood buffet, maritime activities, and concerts.
2026 Edition
The 2026 edition of the Fête du Port de Pêche continues to celebrate maritime trades and products with a large, friendly buffet, maritime activities, and meetings with La Rochelle fishing professionals.
Highlights Fête du Port de Pêche 2026
- Grand seafood buffet
- Grilled sardines, mackerel, oysters, mussels
- Knot-tying demonstrations
- Fish market tours
- Concerts and activities
- Fresh fish sales
Prices Fête du Port de Pêche 2026
Practical information — Fête du Port de Pêche
Practical information
Location
Chef-de-Baie Fishing Port, La Rochelle
Access
- Yélo urban bus line 3 towards Chef-de-Baie
- Free parking near the port
- Free and open access
Prices
- Free entry
- Tasting payable (seafood buffet)
- Free activities
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Where does it take place — Fête du Port de Pêche
Port de Pêche Chef-de-Baie
Port de Pêche Chef-de-Baie, 17000 La Rochelle