Regional wine and artisanal food producers head to the Manche coast in early December for a compact market of tastings and direct sales. Aux Vignobles ! - Vins et Gastronomie - Cherbourg 2026 runs from December 4 to 6 in Cherbourg-en-Cotentin and brings together producers from across France.
H2 Dates, opening hours and venue
The 21st edition takes place at La Cité de la Mer from Friday December 4 to Sunday December 6. Published hours are Friday 17:00–21:00, Saturday 10:00–20:00 and Sunday 10:00–18:00. The venue address is Allée du Président Menut, 50100 Cherbourg and the venue website is https://www.citedelamer.com/.
H2 Exhibitor mix at Cherbourg
Organizers list 70 exhibitors. The lineup covers major French wine regions including Bordeaux, Burgundy, Alsace, the Southwest, Provence and the Loire, together with champagnes. Food artisans include charcuterie makers, cheesemakers, chocolatiers and tea producers. Direct sales from stands are a core feature of the format.
H2 Services, access and ticketing
Onsite food and beverage options are available. The required INAO tasting glass is charged at 2 euros. Ticket price at the door is 5 euros and entry is free for under 18s. By car follow the N13 toward La Côte des Iles or Val de Saire and the Car Ferries/Cité de la Mer signs. Bus line 2 serves stops Cité de la Mer – A.Briand and CCI Multiplexe. Pets are not admitted.
H2 Practical prospecting steps for visitors
Use the salon catalogue and exhibitor list to create a prioritized visit plan. Group targets by region and product type to manage tasting time and commercial meetings. Allocate the first evening to initial contact rounds and plan scheduled tastings to compare prices and terms. Bring concise product sheets and clear commercial terms to speed up negotiations at the stand.
H2 Figures and format
The published figures indicate 70 exhibitors and that this is the 21st edition in the Aux Vignobles series. The event pairs tasting areas with direct producer sales.
H2 Final note and official link
For buyers and independent retailers seeking regional specialties and direct sourcing, Cherbourg concentrates a broad range of producers in a single weekend. Consult the salon catalogue and download tickets in advance to plan meetings. Full information and tickets are available at the official site http://auxvignobles.fr/salon/cherbourg
