Beach and aperitif are among the essential activities on vacation. But a camping trip wouldn’t be complete without a visit to the local markets!

Barely 10 minutes walk from our campsite Le Soleil d’Or located in Montalivet, in Nouvelle-Aquitaine, the Vendays-Montalivet market promises you a friendly atmosphere and quality local products!

Discover the market in pictures

When to go to the Montalivet market?

Accessible every day in the summer, in the morning, the Montalivet market welcomes a myriad of local producers and artisans, from 8:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. (2 p.m. on weekends and public holidays). This open-air market, located in the city’s central square, has more than 200 stalls full of fresh produce and local specialties. Created in 1957, with the construction of the covered market in the town, it is one of the largest markets in the department, but also one of the most essential.

The market, more than a shopping moment, an authentic experience

We love the market for its unique spirit, which is friendly, pleasant and practical. Beyond its utilitarian aspect and the shopping we do there, the market is also an opportunity to walk and immerse yourself in local life. But also to meet and talk with locals and stroll through the aisles, inhaling the sweet smells of grilled fish, freshly baked bread or chicken cooked on a spit.

Far from the hustle and bustle of large supermarkets, the Vendays-Montalivet market is a real tourist and sensory outing for the whole family, with a wide range of food products and crafts.

The Montalivet market : a gastronomic journey

Plan a long morning to stroll through the colorful and generous stalls of the Vendays-Montalivet market, a stone’s throw from the ocean. You will not be disappointed by this dive into the heart of local and national flavors. Along the stands, you will taste Arcachon oysters, taste Médoc wine, discover Gironde cheeses, delight in appetizing artisanal pastries and salivate over sun-drenched fruits and vegetables.

You can fill your shopping bags with these beautiful quality products, or have lunch on site while enjoying the joyful atmosphere of this vibrant and lively place. Don’t miss, for example, the flagship dish of the Montalivet market: oysters with Bordeaux white wine! Just for this tasty dish, you will love the Vendays-Montalivet market!

Focus on the crafts of Gironde

At the Vendays-Montalivet market, you will not only find food stalls, but also numerous stalls dedicated to local crafts. The Montalivet market is also a real space of creativity where artisans and creators come to share their passion. Handmade jewelry, linen clothing, enameled pottery, organic soaps, each stand is a veritable Ali Baba’s cave for lovers of original and authentic products.

This is the ideal opportunity to discover local know-how and bring back a unique souvenir from your stay!

Montalivet market: a tour of the world and of France without leaving Gironde

One of the specificities of the Montalivet market is that several of its stands give pride of place to foreign crafts. You will be surprised to discover rugs from Morocco, hammocks from Mexico, but also to admire colorful fabrics from India. An exotic and international aspect that is not found in all markets.

And specialties from all over France are also in the spotlight: sausages from Lyon, Basque cakes, cassoulet from Toulouse, kouglof from Alsace…

There is everything you need at the Vendays-Montalivet market!

So, whether you are a gastronomy lover, a craft enthusiast or simply looking for an authentic and friendly experience, the Montalivet market is for you!

Don’t forget to include in your vacation program a detour to this market, in the direct vicinity of our campsite. This colorful place, designed for gourmets and lovers of beautiful products, is a must-see in the town. And as one morning is not enough to properly tour the Montalivet market, we strongly advise you to spend several mornings there with family or friends.

View all our articles
8.7/10
Read the reviews