Les Artgricoles

A festival at the crossroads of art and agriculture

Since 2015, the festival Les Artgricoles has taken over the Auberge de Jeunesse « Entre Guil et Mets » in Guillestre every spring, at the foot of Queyras and the Guil valley, in the Hautes-Alpes. Supported by the association L'Échoooo, this pastoral and joyful event brings together artists, producers, artisans, and residents around a common project: celebrating culture and sustainable agriculture in rural and mountainous areas.

Concerts, shows, and festive parades

The artistic program of Les Artgricoles features live music, street arts, and festive parades. On Friday evening, concerts and shows liven up the night in a friendly and family atmosphere. On Saturday, activities continue during the day with outdoor games, participatory workshops, screenings, exhibitions, and parading shows that animate the site throughout the day. In the evening, concerts resume under the alpine stars.

The producers' and artisans' market

A highlight of Saturday, the producers' and artisans' market is at the heart of Les Artgricoles' identity. Local producers from Guillestrois, Queyras, and the surrounding valleys present their know-how: cheeses, honeys, jams, cured meats, wines, aromatic plants, and artisanal creations. This market embodies the festival's philosophy: to weave links between culture and terroir, between artists and farmers, between visitors and residents.

A committed and accessible festival

Les Artgricoles defends two founding values: access to culture for all and the promotion of sustainable agriculture. The market and daytime activities are free to access, with collections for the shows. Evening concerts have a low-price entry of 10 euros (free for minors), ensuring accessibility for all audiences. A bar and catering area offers local and seasonal products, extending the approach of valuing the alpine terroir.

Strong territorial roots in Guillestrois-Queyras

Located in the heart of a mountain region between the Queyras Regional Natural Park and the Écrins massif, Les Artgricoles contributes to the cultural and social vitality of Guillestrois. The festival unites volunteers, families, local associations, and agricultural stakeholders around a moment of sharing and discovery. Each edition is an opportunity to raise public awareness about the challenges of ecology, responsible food, and living together in rural areas.