Vineyard festivals in the Libourne region

From March to December

Les Grandes Heures de Saint-Emilion – Saint-Emilion

This festival is unique in that it puts on a series of classical recitals, followed by wine-tasting in the finest estates of Saint-Emilion (including Châteaux l’Angélus, Cheval-Blanc and Haut-Sarpe) as well as the Dominican Convent and Saint-Emilion Monolithic Church.
+33 5 57 55 28 28 www.saint-emilion-tourisme.com
Paying admission

 

CDT 33 - François Poincet

April

La Fête de la Lamproie - Sainte-Terre

In April, the lamprey comes to swim in the Dordogne river. This is the time to find out about, celebrate and taste the star fish of the Gironde, whose tender flesh – served in a leek and red wine sauce – is a popular delicacy. Antique hunters can also wander through the second-hand market and garage sale organised for the occasion, and make the most of having local producers on-site to taste regional produce and wine.
+33 5 57 47 14 34 www.sainte-terre.com
Free admission

June

La Fête des vins du Fronsadais – Saint-Germain la Rivière

Fronsac vinegrowers take pride of place throughout this bright and bustling day, brimming with all sorts of musical activities and games for children.
+33 5 57 84 86 86
Free admission

 
From July to September

La Bataille de Castillon – Castillon-la-Bataille

17th July 1453: the Hundred Years War ended with France defeating England for good during a battle that has gone down in history. A sound and light extravaganza brings this battle back to life with 700 volunteers, including 450 actors and more than 50 riders.
+33 5 57 40 14 53 www.batailledecastillon.com
Paying admission

 
August

Festival Fest’Arts – Libourne

Caustic artists and companies throw a larger-than-life party where music, humour and ridicule reflect street art and get the crowd going.
+33 5 57 74 13 14 www.festarts.com