Foire au Pays de la Tarte Tatin
The gourmet festival of Lamotte-Beuvron, birthplace of the Tarte Tatin
2026
About Foire Tatin Fair
Foire Tatin Fair — edition 2026
The 29th edition of the Foire au Pays de la Tarte Tatin takes place on Saturday, September 12, and Sunday, September 13, 2026, on the Esplanade des Sœurs Tatin at the Lamotte-Beuvron canal basin. The weekend features an amateur Tarte Tatin contest on Saturday, the professional world championship on Sunday, two free concerts, a flea market, classic vehicles, and a brass band parade. Admission is free.
29th Edition — September 12 and 13, 2026
The Foire au Pays de la Tarte Tatin returns for its 29th edition on Saturday, September 12, and Sunday, September 13, 2026, on the Esplanade des Sœurs Tatin at the Lamotte-Beuvron canal basin. It is organized by the Comité des Fêtes in partnership with the town of Lamotte-Beuvron and the Ambassadeurs de la Tarte Tatin association, featuring the Centre-Val de Loire region podium truck and entertainment by Denis Anim'.
Saturday, September 12: Amateur contest, collections, and concert
The fair opens at 10:00 AM to the sound of the Les Bérets Verts brass band, featuring craft stalls, local vendors, gastronomy, lifestyle exhibits, and a display of vintage and classic vehicles, which set off for a parade at 10:30 AM. The amateur Tarte Tatin contest begins at 10:00 AM and continues at 2:00 PM, while the Comité des Fêtes hosts an apple peeling contest at 2:00 PM. At 11:00 AM, a floral tribute is held at the Tatin sisters' grave. At 3:30 PM, Morgan Marlet performs a "Hommage à Daniel Balavoine" concert. Awards for the amateur contest are presented at 6:15 PM, before the fair closes at 7:30 PM, followed by a dinner dance at the village hall at 8:00 PM.
Sunday, September 13: Flea market, parade, and World Championship
The flea market opens at 8:00 AM, and the fair at 10:00 AM with hunting horn music. At 10:30 AM, local associations and the Harmonie Cœur de Sologne parade from the Maison Tatin, followed by the official inauguration at 11:00 AM. The World Tarte Tatin Championship, reserved for professionals, begins at 12:00 PM, with results announced at 5:00 PM. In the meantime, the band TeamRock performs at 3:00 PM, hosted by the municipality. The fair closes at 7:00 PM.
Participating in the contests
Registration for both contests is handled by the Ambassadeurs de la tarte Tatin via email at [email protected] or by phone at 07 78 19 54 26 (after 6:00 PM). Amateur contestants must bring their own kitchen utensils and ingredients; the contest takes place at the canal basin starting at 10:00 AM on Saturday, with results at 6:15 PM. For the professional world championship, tarts must be submitted by Sunday, September 13, before 1:00 PM, with judging starting at 2:30 PM at the village hall.
Hours and Access
The fair is open Saturday from 10:00 AM to 7:30 PM and Sunday from 8:00 AM to 7:00 PM at the Lamotte-Beuvron canal basin. Admission is free. Stall reservations for the fair and flea market can be made through the Comité des Fêtes at 06 81 12 31 67 or [email protected].
Highlights Foire Tatin Fair 2026
- World Tarte Tatin Championship (professionals) — Sunday, September 13, judging starts at 2:30 PM at the village hall
- Amateur Tarte Tatin baking contest — Saturday, September 12, from 10:00 AM at the canal basin, results at 6:15 PM
- Two free concerts — "Hommage à Daniel Balavoine" by Morgan Marlet (Saturday, 3:30 PM) and TeamRock (Sunday, 3:00 PM)
- Inaugural parade with brass band on Sunday morning featuring the Harmonie Cœur de Sologne and local associations
- Flea market on Sunday from 8:00 AM
- Apple peeling contest and classic car/motorcycle parade on Saturday
- Centre-Val de Loire region podium truck and entertainment by Denis Anim' throughout the weekend
- Free admission both days
Programme Foire Tatin Fair 2026
Saturday, September 12, 2026
- 10:00 AM — Fair opens with music from the Les Bérets Verts brass band · crafts, local vendors, gastronomy, lifestyle, and vintage/classic vehicles
- 10:00 AM — Amateur Tarte Tatin baking contest, hosted by the Ambassadeurs de la tarte Tatin · canal basin
- 10:30 AM — Departure of the classic car and motorcycle parade
- 11:00 AM — Floral tribute at the Tatin sisters' grave
- 2:00 PM — Amateur Tarte Tatin baking contest, second session
- 2:00 PM — Apple peeling contest, hosted by the Comité des Fêtes
- 3:30 PM — "Hommage à Daniel Balavoine" concert by Morgan Marlet, hosted by the Comité des Fêtes
- 6:15 PM — Awards ceremony for the amateur Tarte Tatin contest
- 7:30 PM — Fair closes
- 8:00 PM — Dinner dance at the village hall, reservations required via the Ambassadeurs de la tarte Tatin
Sunday, September 13, 2026
- 8:00 AM — Flea market opens
- 10:00 AM — Fair opens with hunting horn music · crafts, local vendors, gastronomy, lifestyle
- 10:30 AM — Parade of local Lamotte-Beuvron associations and the Harmonie Cœur de Sologne, starting from the Maison Tatin
- 11:00 AM — Official inauguration of the fair
- 12:00 PM — World Tarte Tatin Championship (professionals), hosted by the Ambassadeurs de la tarte Tatin
- 3:00 PM — TeamRock concert, hosted by the Lamotte-Beuvron municipality
- 5:00 PM — Results of the World Tarte Tatin Championship
- 7:00 PM — Fair closes
Prices Foire Tatin Fair 2026
Practical information — Foire Tatin Fair
Practical Information
Location
The fair takes place on the esplanade des Sœurs Tatin and around the Bassin du Canal, in the town center of Lamotte-Beuvron (41600).
Getting there
- By car: Lamotte-Beuvron is located 35 km south of Blois via the D923 and 45 km south of Orléans via the N20. Free parking is available on the outskirts of the town center.
- By train: The Lamotte-Beuvron station is served by TER Centre-Val de Loire trains from Orléans and Vierzon. The fair is within walking distance of the station (about 10 minutes).
Opening Hours
- Saturday: 10:00 AM to 7:30 PM
- Sunday: 8:00 AM to 7:00 PM; the flea market opens at 8:00 AM and the fair at 10:00 AM.
- Amateur Tarte Tatin Contest: Saturday starting at 10:00 AM, results at 6:15 PM.
- World Tarte Tatin Championship (professionals): Sunday afternoon, judging starts at 2:30 PM at the village hall (salle des fêtes).
Admission
Entry to the fair is free.
Contact
- Organizer: Comité des Fêtes de Lamotte-Beuvron
- Stall bookings (fair and flea market): 06 81 12 31 67 — [email protected]
- Contest registration: Les Ambassadeurs de la tarte Tatin, 07 78 19 54 26 (after 6:00 PM) — [email protected]
- Website: comitedesfeteslamotte.over-blog.com
Useful Tips
- Arrive early in the morning to get the best selection from artisans and producers.
- If you wish to participate in the amateur contest on Saturday, please register in advance with Les Ambassadeurs de la tarte Tatin and bring your own utensils and ingredients.
- Bring cash, as some small artisans and vendors may not accept cards.
- The weekend is very busy: we recommend using the parking areas on the outskirts of town.
Foire au Pays de la Tarte Tatin: The Gourmet Festival of Lamotte-Beuvron
Every year in September, Lamotte-Beuvron, a small town in the heart of Sologne in Loir-et-Cher, celebrates its most famous gastronomic heritage: the Tarte Tatin. Born within the walls of the Hôtel des Sœurs Tatin at the end of the 19th century, this upside-down caramelized apple tart has become one of the most emblematic desserts in French cuisine. The Foire au Pays de la Tarte Tatin has paid tribute to it for nearly thirty editions.
A Weekend of Flavors and Traditions
The fair takes place over two days, Saturday and Sunday, on the esplanade des Sœurs Tatin and around the Bassin du Canal in the center of Lamotte-Beuvron. Dozens of stands from artisans, merchants, and regional producers offer their specialties: Sologne honey, cheeses, cured meats, jams, gingerbread, local wines, and of course, many variations of the Tarte Tatin.
The Competition for the Best Tarte Tatin
The unmissable highlight of the fair is the competition for the best Tarte Tatin. On Saturday morning, an amateur competition is open to all budding bakers who wish to present their family recipe before a jury of experts. On Sunday, the competition takes on a global dimension with a professional event that brings together pastry chefs from all over France, presided over by a Michelin-starred chef or a Meilleur Ouvrier de France. Among the jury presidents of recent editions are personalities such as Christophe Hay, a double Michelin-starred chef from Loir-et-Cher.
Family Entertainment and Fair Atmosphere
The Foire au Pays de la Tarte Tatin is also a family and popular festival. Carousels and fairground attractions welcome children, while pony rides are offered throughout the weekend. The traditional fair atmosphere—with its flea markets, traveling merchants, and street shows—makes this event a moment of conviviality and sharing, rooted in Solognote traditions.
Les Ambassadeurs de la Tarte Tatin
The event is supported by the association Les Ambassadeurs de la Tarte Tatin de Lamotte-Beuvron, which works year-round to promote this emblematic dessert and the town's gastronomic heritage. They help keep the memory of the Tatin sisters alive and pass on the traditional recipe to new generations.
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