Journées Gourmandes du Grand Morvan

An unmissable gastronomic event

The Journées Gourmandes du Grand Morvan et des Pays de Bourgogne are one of the most important gastronomic events in the Côte-d'Or. Organized for over 35 years by the Association pour la Promotion des Produits Gourmands du Grand Morvan (APPGGM), they take place annually during Ascension weekend at the Halle Jean Bertin in Saulieu. For four days, the 6,000 m² hall transforms into a vast market of flavors and expertise, with nearly 9,000 visitors expected.

A culinary tour of France

More than a hundred food and beverage exhibitors gather during the Journées Gourmandes: wines, champagne, craft beers, cider, liqueurs, Morvan charcuterie, Vendée oysters, game, fish, Loire goat cheeses, pastries, chocolates, jams, honeys, spices, and many other specialties. Visitors can taste and buy directly from producers, creating a true culinary tour of France. Culinary demonstrations and cooking competitions complete the program, and an area is dedicated to independent wine producers.

Saulieu, gastronomic capital of Morvan

Saulieu, a small town in Morvan renowned for its gastronomic tradition since the 17th century, is the ideal setting for these days. The town has seen great chefs like Alexandre Dumaine and Bernard Loiseau, whose Michelin-starred restaurant Le Relais Bernard Loiseau perpetuates culinary excellence. The Journées Gourmandes are part of this tradition of hospitality and culinary pleasure that makes Saulieu famous. Some exhibitors faithfully return every year — like Pascal Laprée, producer of pâté and foie gras, present since the very first edition.