Fête du Pâté aux Pommes de Terre
Traditional gastronomic festival in Creuse at Saint-Marc-à-Loubaud
About Fête du Pâté aux Pommes de Terre
The Fête du Pâté aux Pommes de Terre is a traditional gastronomic event held annually in Saint-Marc-à-Loubaud, Creuse, on the weekend following July 14th. For over thirty years, this festival has celebrated the potato pie, an emblematic dish of Creuse cuisine. The program includes: tasting the famous pie, a peeling contest, the "Foulées du Pâté" fun run, a producers' market, a flea market, dancing, and shows.
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The Potato Pie, an Emblematic Dish of Creuse
For over thirty years, the Fête du Pâté aux Pommes de Terre has celebrated the most emblematic dish of Creuse cuisine: the potato pie. This golden tart, filled with thinly sliced potatoes, fresh cream, and parsley, encased in shortcrust or puff pastry, is a true symbol of Limousin's culinary identity.
A Festive and Gourmet Weekend
On Saturday afternoon, the Foulées du Pâté aux Pommes de Terre kicks off the festivities with a 12.1 km race and an 8.1 km popular walk. On Saturday evening, enjoy potato pie tasting and a free dance. Sunday is the main festival day with a potato peeling contest with prize-giving, a local producers' market, tastings throughout the day, a show, and a flea market.
An Event Rooted in the Territory
Organized by the Saint-Marc-à-Loubaud festival committee, this event brings together residents and visitors each year in a friendly and festive atmosphere. The festival perpetuates the Creuse culinary tradition while offering various activities that make it an unmissable family event in southern Creuse.
Fête du Pâté aux Pommes de Terre — edition 2026
2026 edition of the Fête du Pâté aux Pommes de Terre in Saint-Marc-à-Loubaud. Tasting, fun run, contest, and entertainment.
The 2026 edition of the Fête du Pâté aux Pommes de Terre will be held on July 18th and 19th in Saint-Marc-à-Loubaud. On Saturday, the Foulées du Pâté will open the festivities, followed by tastings and a dance. On Sunday, the peeling contest, producers' market, shows, flea market, and potato pie tastings will liven up the day.
Highlights Fête du Pâté aux Pommes de Terre 2026
- Foulées du Pâté aux Pommes de Terre
- Tasting of the emblematic Creuse dish
- Peeling contest and prize-giving
- Producers' market and flea market
Prices Fête du Pâté aux Pommes de Terre 2026
Practical information — Fête du Pâté aux Pommes de Terre
Practical Information
Location
Village of Saint-Marc-à-Loubaud, 23460 Saint-Marc-à-Loubaud.
Access
- By car: Saint-Marc-à-Loubaud is located 55 km south of Guéret, accessible via the D940 then the D34. Free parking.
Prices
- Free entry
- Tastings and meals are paid
Contact
- Comité des fêtes de Saint-Marc-à-Loubaud
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Where does it take place — Fête du Pâté aux Pommes de Terre
Bourg de Saint-Marc-à-Loubaud
Bourg de Saint-Marc-à-Loubaud, 23460 Saint-Marc-à-Loubaud