Fêtes de l'Ostra
Celebration of the Marennes-Oléron oyster, from the tide to the plate
About Fêtes de l'Ostra
The Fêtes de l'Ostra celebrate the Marennes-Oléron oyster, a true gastronomic heritage of the basin. Organized by the Groupement Qualité Marennes Oléron, these festive days offer tastings with renowned chefs, visits to oyster farms, oyster opening workshops, free concerts, and a discovery of the oyster farmer's trade in an authentic setting of illuminated huts and claires.
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The Marennes-Oléron Oyster in the Spotlight
The Fêtes de l'Ostra celebrate the Marennes-Oléron oyster, a gastronomic jewel of France's leading oyster-farming basin. Created to mark the 50th anniversary of the Marennes-Oléron appellation, these festivals bring together producers, chefs, the curious, and enthusiasts for a complete iodized experience, from the tide to the plate.
Gastronomic and Festive Program
The festivities include culinary demonstrations by renowned chefs who reveal subtle pairings between oysters and local flavors, guided tours of oyster farms, oyster opening workshops, and marine ecosystem discovery for all ages. The evening concludes with a free concert by Sanseverino in an authentic setting of oyster huts, jetties, fish traps, and illuminated marshes.
Fêtes de l'Ostra — edition 2026
3rd edition of the Fêtes de l'Ostra
2026 Program
New edition of the festival celebrating the Marennes-Oléron oyster and oyster farming know-how.
Highlights Fêtes de l'Ostra 2026
- Tastings with chefs
- Oyster farm tour
- Educational workshops
- Authentic illuminated decor
- Free concert
Prices Fêtes de l'Ostra 2026
Practical information — Fêtes de l'Ostra
Practical Information
Location
Port de Marennes and oyster farming sites
Access
- By car: D728 from Rochefort (25 min), via the bridge to the island of Oléron
- Free parking nearby
Prices
- Free admission
- Tastings are paid
- Free concert
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Where does it take place — Fêtes de l'Ostra
Port de Marennes et sites ostréicoles
Port de Marennes, 17320 Marennes-Hiers-Brouage