Foire aux Pieds de Cochon

The celebration of a legendary specialty

The Foire aux Pieds de Cochon in Sainte-Ménehould is a unique gastronomic event in France that celebrates the most emblematic culinary specialty of the capital of Argonne. According to legend, the recipe for pig's trotters à la Sainte-Ménehould was born in the 18th century from a dish forgotten on the fire. This slow and prolonged cooking gives the pig's trotters an incomparable melting texture.

The Confrérie du Pied de Cochon

Founded in 2003, the Confrérie du Pied de Cochon has set itself the mission of defending and promoting the traditional recipe for pig's trotters à la Sainte-Ménehould, as well as more broadly the local products of Argonne. Its members, recognizable by their ceremonial attire, preside over the festivities and induct new knights of the pig's trotter each year.

A gourmet market

The Parc de l'Isle Sainte-Marie hosts a market of local producers and food artisans offering specialties from the Argonne region. Over 350 pig's trotters are prepared and served to gourmets who flock each year to taste this unique specialty. Meals are served on-site in a friendly and festive atmosphere.

Festive entertainment

The fair's program includes entertainment for all ages: the famous contest for the biggest pig's trotter eater, the pig squeal contest which causes general hilarity, musical entertainment with accordion and local bands, a duck fishing game for children, and other fun activities. The entire day takes place in a rustic and good-natured atmosphere.