Three days in Le Mans to map regional wine and gastronomic offers for buyers and retailers in 2026. Aux Vignobles! brings producers and trade visitors into a direct sales environment that favors sampling and order building.
Dates and venue for Aux Vignobles! in Le Mans
The show runs from 13 to 15 November 2026 at the Centre des Expositions. The venue address is 1 Avenue du Parc des Expositions 72058 Le Mans. Published opening hours are Friday 13 from 17h to 21h Saturday 14 from 10h to 20h and Sunday 15 from 10h to 18h.
Exhibitor profile announced for Le Mans 2026
The organiser lists 100 exhibitors. Stands cover wine producers and gastronomic artisans from several French regions. Products include wines from Bordeaux Bourgogne Alsace Sud-Ouest Provence Loire and Champagne plus chocolates teas charcuterie and cheeses in bio or small-batch categories.
Timings access and on site conditions at Centre des Expositions
On site ticket price is 5 euros and admission is free for under 18s. The INAO tasting glass is mandatory and sold for 2 euros. Free parking is provided. Access by road D323 exit 7 and public transport bus lines 5 and 10 stop Oasis. Catering and a bar operate inside the venue.
How to prepare B2B prospecting in Le Mans
- Download the show catalogue and exhibitor list in advance and build a ranked meeting plan.
- Segment producers by region and product type to allocate time effectively and identify complementary ranges.
- Bring concise commercial sheets stating minimum order quantities lead times and sample requests. Provide a follow up contact form to confirm prices and transport after the event.
- Book meetings for the busy windows on Saturday and Friday evening to secure time with priority suppliers.
- Factor glass fee and sampling quantities into sample cost calculations when preparing commercial offers.
What to negotiate on site
Direct sales at the show reveal retail price positioning and available pack formats. Ask for volume discounts payment terms and delivery schedules. For local distributors and hospitality buyers request reference lists and any territorial terms.
Final note and official link
If your objective is to identify specific producers among 100 exhibitors prepare a targeted agenda from the catalogue and prioritise face to face meetings during peak hours. Full practical details and ticket downloads are available on the official site http://auxvignobles.fr/salon/le-mans
