Event Details
Welcome to the Salon de la Gastronomie au Mérévillois 2026 in Méréville
From September 18 to 20, 2026, the sixteenth century covered market hall in the small town of Méréville in the Île de France region becomes a stage for regional food culture. Now in its ninth edition, this food fair is organized by the association behind the Site Remarquable du Goût of the Cressonnières de Méréville, bringing together producers from across France alongside local growers from the Essonne department.
Highlights and Attractions at the Salon in Méréville
- Around thirty producers from all over France showcase regional specialties under the historic market hall
- Local Essonne producers, including the watercress growers the town is best known for
- The culinary contest "Autour du cresson", open to all and built around dishes featuring Méréville watercress
- The first edition of the new art contest "Arts et Cresson" launching in 2026
- Live cooking demonstrations by guest chefs in partnership with the association Les Chefs du Cœur
- An opening performance featuring baritone Romain Dayez and accordionist Thierry Bretonnet
- Free admission for the whole family
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Program and Schedule: What to Expect in Méréville
The heart of the weekend is the food market held under the historic hall, where visitors can taste and buy directly from local and regional producers. Alongside the market, guest chefs run live cooking demonstrations using ingredients from the exhibitors, while the two contests built around watercress add a culinary and artistic thread throughout the weekend.
Admission to the Salon de la Gastronomie au Mérévillois
Entry to the market and most of the program is completely free. No tickets are required and everything is open to the public.
Visitor Tips: Travel and Accommodation in Méréville
- Méréville sits in the southern part of Essonne and is easiest to reach by car via the roads around Étampes
- Parking is limited given the small size of the town, so arriving early is a good idea
- For a day trip from Paris, routing through the Étampes area works well
- Nearby Étampes offers additional accommodation options for those staying longer
