Rochecorbon Night Market

The La Lanterne Markets: Summer Evenings in Rochecorbon

Rochecorbon, a charming wine-growing village nestled on the limestone hillsides of the Loire, a few kilometers east of Tours, organizes its La Lanterne Night Markets during the summer. These summer evenings take place on the Place de l'Observatoire, a friendly space offering a panorama of the Loire Valley and the vineyards of the Vouvray appellation.

A Village with Unique Troglodytic Heritage

Rochecorbon is famous for its troglodytic cellars carved into the tuffeau stone, the characteristic white stone of Touraine. For centuries, these cellars have been used for aging wines from Vouvray, one of the most prestigious appellations in the Loire Valley. The night market is part of this unique heritage, offering visitors the opportunity to discover this exceptional terroir.

Quality Crafts and Original Creations

The market brings together quality artisans offering original creations and handmade products: artisanal leather goods, cutlery, jewelry, ceramics, textiles, turned wood, illustrations, and other crafts. These passionate artisans present unique pieces, made with respect for traditional know-how.

Local Produce and Vouvray Wines

Local producers are present with the treasures of the Touraine region: goat cheeses, rillettes, rillons, honey, jams, artisanal pastries, and, of course, Vouvray wines (dry, medium-dry, mellow, and sparkling) offered by winemakers from the village and surrounding areas. Wine tasting accompanied by local products is one of the unmissable pleasures of these evenings.

Open-Air Concerts

Each market evening is enlivened by an open-air concert, offering a varied musical program. Local and regional bands perform in the warm atmosphere of the Place de l'Observatoire, adding a festive and cultural dimension to this gourmet nocturnal stroll.

A Friendly and Free Event

From 5 PM to 11 PM, visitors can stroll among the stalls, taste local products, enjoy the concert, and soak up the gentle Loire summer evenings. Entry is free, making these night markets an accessible and family-friendly event, appreciated by both locals and tourists visiting the Loire Valley.