Langres Gastronomique

Langres Gastronomique: The Showcase of Haute-Marne Terroir

Every first weekend of June, the Salle Jean Favre in Langres hosts Langres Gastronomique, a festive and gourmet event that highlights the gastronomic richness of southern Haute-Marne, at the crossroads of Champagne and Burgundy. Created in 2019 by the association Langres Foires et Salons, this fair has become, in just a few editions, an unmissable event for lovers of good food and local produce.

Langres AOP Cheese in the Spotlight

At the heart of the event is Langres cheese, a soft cheese with a washed rind benefiting from an Appellation d'Origine Protégée (Protected Designation of Origin). Recognizable by its distinctive 'fontaine' (well) on top and its orange rind, it is the ambassador of local cheese heritage. The Confrérie des Tastes Fromages de Langres (Brotherhood of Langres Cheese Tasters), the true guardian of this tradition, is present to introduce and share the passion for this exceptional cheese.

Nearly 100 Exhibitors and Producers

The fair brings together about a hundred exhibitors, producers, and artisans offering a wide range of local products:

• Cheeses: Langres AOP, Chaource, Époisses, and other regional cheese specialties
• Wines: Champagne and Burgundy vintages, regional wines
• Craft beers: local breweries from Haute-Marne
• Charcuterie: local sausages, hams, and terrines
• Honeys: flower, linden, and forest honeys
• Breads and pastries: artisanal bakery specialties
• Snails, ice creams, syrups, jams, and other local delicacies

The Culinary Academy and Michelin-Starred Chefs

One of the highlights of Langres Gastronomique is the presence of the Académie de Cuisine (Culinary Academy), which offers live cooking demonstrations. Each edition is sponsored by a Michelin-starred chef who shares their expertise with the public. Chef Angelo Ferrigno was the sponsor for the 2025 edition, while Chef Valentin Loison is the sponsor for the 2026 edition.

Activities and Festivities

Beyond the producers' market, Langres Gastronomique offers a varied program of activities:

• Amateur cooking contest: visitors can compete using recipes that highlight local products
• Musical evenings: concerts and DJs liven up the weekend evenings
• Shows: the Hallebardiers company and other artists provide entertainment
• Raffles and contests: numerous prizes to be won throughout the event
• Gastronomic brotherhoods: the Confrérie des Tastes Fromages de Langres and the Confrérie de la Moutarde de Dijon participate in the entertainment

A Region Between Champagne and Burgundy

Langres, a city of art and history perched on a promontory, is surrounded by four lakes and remarkable landscapes. Less known for its gastronomic products than for its ramparts and historical heritage, the city has found with Langres Gastronomique a formidable vehicle for promoting its terroir and revitalizing its region.