Fleurance market

The Fleurance market offers local products, foie gras, armagnac and Gascon specialities, It takes place several times a week in the historic centre of Fleurance, near Faudoas, and is the perfect complement to a holiday combining gastronomy, culture and relaxation in our top-of-the-range gîte.

Why visit Fleurance market

Fleurance is a 13th-century medieval bastide town, founded in 1281, which retains its characteristic grid layout and emblematic covered market halls. Its market is renowned throughout the Occitanie region for the quality of its produce and its authentic atmosphere.

This market is particularly suitable if you want to :

• Discover the local products from Gascony quality
• Meet local producers enthusiasts
• Enjoy culinary specialities regional
• Take advantage of friendly atmosphere typical of Gascony
• Compose a holiday programme that balances gastronomy and relaxation

Market-leading products

The Fleurance market stands out for the diversity and quality of its produce. You'll find most of the local produce from Gascony and Lomagne.

Gastronomic specialities from Gascony

Among the must-have products you won't want to miss:

• Foie gras and confits A local speciality, fresh or preserved
• Armagnac local brandy aged in oak barrels, several appellations available
• Magrets and ducks quality duck meat in all its forms
• Goat's and sheep's cheeses Local production on Gers farms
• Gascony wine and Floc de Gascogne sweet or dry local wines

These products are sold by local producers and artisans脑海中 who often sell direct from their farms.

Fresh and seasonal products

The market also offers a wide range of fresh produce for all seasons:

• Seasonal vegetables and fruit Local production in the Gers and Tarn-et-Garonne regions
• Bread and pastries : local artisan bakeries
• Meat and poultry Gascony chicken, Lauragais beef
• Eggs, honey and beehive products Local farm produce
• Aromatic herbs and spices to enhance your Gascon dishes

You can use these fresh products to create authentic meals in your gîte's fully-equipped kitchen.

When and where to go to the market

The Fleurance market takes place several times a week, with a well-established organisation to make your visit easier.

Market times and days

Fleurance's main market takes place :

• The morning : several days a week (mainly Tuesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays)
• City centre Place des Halles and surrounding streets in the historic centre
• Duration : generally from 8.00 am to 1.00 pm

Le Saturday morning market is the most comprehensive, with the largest number of producers and the widest variety of products. It's the perfect time to pay a visit for the first time and find out what's on offer.

Access and parking

Fleurance is located approximately 20 minutes' drive from Faudoas, This makes it easy to visit during the day. The town centre has several free car parks close to the covered market:

• Place des Halles car park (town centre)
• Parking de la Mairie (5 minutes' walk from Les Halles)
• Easy parking on the outskirts of the centre

Planning your day at the market

To make the most of your visit to the Fleurance market, we recommend an organisation that combines gastronomic discovery and relaxation.

Example of a typical programme

• Morning (8am-11am) visit the market, buy local products and taste them
• Lunch (11.30am-1.30pm) lunch in a city-centre restaurant or picnic with bought-in products
• Afternoon Fleurance heritage tour (covered market, Saint-Laurent church, ramparts)
• Late afternoon back to the estate to enjoy the pool and garden

This programme allows you to combine gastronomy, culture and relaxation without exhausting yourself, while enhancing both Fleurance and your stay on our estate.

Tips for taking advantage of the market

To make the most of your experience at Fleurance market, follow these practical tips:

• Arrive early in the morning for a choice of the best products
• Bring reusable bags to transport your purchases
• Don't hesitate to try producers often offer tastings
• Talk to producers : they know their products inside out and give advice on how to prepare them
• Bring a fridge in your gîte to keep your purchases fresh