Markets in Languedoc-Roussillon

Languedoc-Roussillon is part of the Occitanie region in the south of France. Along its 230km coast, you will find hundreds of campings It includes the cities of Toulouse, Carcassonne, Nîmes, and the biggest city Montpellier. Languedoc-Roussillon is one of the market leaders in producing wine. In the Occitanie region, you do not only find cities but also tiny, gorgeous and authentic villages like Saint-Cirq-Lapopie and Bruniquel. While you are enjoying your trip to Languedoc, visit its local French markets. Every day of the week there is a market in a nearby city or village, so don’t worry about which day you would love to visit. However, if you are looking for a special market, make sure you plan a little ahead. As seen below, here is Jetcamp's overview of the weekly markets in Languedoc:

The Saturday market in Pezenas is the largest market in town. The goods sold on this market are pretty diverse including stalls with antiques, food and clothing. This is the all-in-one market and the place-to-be if you are looking for various stuff. It is worth a visit. 

On Sundays, another market opens when the others are resting. The so-called Narbonne market offers a great number of goods that are similar to the one in Pezenas, but above all it sells clothes. Yet, restaurant stalls are around too. 

Other markets to check out:

• Saint-Juery: Thursday market, all day.
• Rodez Saturday Market, every Saturday.
• Marché Cassanyes market opens every day from 7:30 am-1:30 pm.
• Les Halles de Nîmes opens every day from 7:00 am -13:00 pm.
• Poissonnerie Jacques Fargeau Marée every day except Sunday and Monday from 7:30am –12:15pm, 3 – 7:15pm.

The Plage of Valras is another Monday market that you may visit. The Valras Plage market is primarily recognized for its top variety of seafood In the summery season the market is held near the sea. apart from the seafood, this market has a wide range of other things to buy.

Another reason to visit more than one market throughout the week is the goods sold on different days. One example can be wine brands. On Tuesdays and Fridays, the Roquebrun market sells authentic local wines. Taste the mouth-watering wine made by Saint chinian from the Languedoc-Roussillon region. Of course the Roquebrun market offers other categories of goods too. Meanwhile, enjoy the river orb view!

Other markets to check out:

• Marché Couvert market, every Wednesday from 7:00 am-12:30 pm and on Saturday from 6 am-13:00 pm.
• Victor Hugo Market in Toulouse. Every day except Monday from 7 am-2 pm.

On Wednesdays, one of the oldest markets in the Languedoc is being held in the historic centre of the city. While exploring historical museums and listening to thrilling iconic French stories, visit the Clermont-l’Hérault market near the beautiful church. Given the history and authenticity, walking to this market can be just refreshing on Wednesday morning. In fact, this market welcomes you only in the mornings, so don't forget to wake up early. It has what you are looking for, from local food to ancient antiques. 

Complete your day at the Saint-Chinian market on Thursdays. This market is worth a look at. Like the other markets, books, furniture, and mostly food are available. Remember that the Narbonne market happens on this day as well. Therefore, it is not an issue if you miss it on Sundays.

• Parc Charles de Gaulle, a weekly market on Tuesday and Friday from 8:30 am – 2 pm in Balaruc 
• les bains.Espace Thales in Beaulieu, on Saturdays from 7:30 am – 12:30 pm.
• Place aux fruits et place Roger Abbal in Bedarieux on Saturdays from 8 am – 12:00 pm.

Flowers are the best thing you can take to your lover or mother on a morning Friday. On a relaxing Friday morning, get up early and smell the fragrances from the Beziers flower market. This market is truly worth a visit seeing the stalls filled with a wide collection of colorful flowers. 

• Etienne Sanier opens every Tuesday and Friday from 9 am – 12 pm in Adissan
• Augtignac, every Tuesday, Thursday and Friday in the morning. 
• In place du Jeu de, Ballon, every Monday, Thursday, and Friday from 8 am – 12 pm. 
• Allees Paul Riquet in Beziers from Tuesday to Sunday from 6 am – 13:00 pm.
• Place du Général de Gaulle in Boisseron, on Fridays from 8 am – 12:00 pm.
• place du Port in Bouzigues, every Friday and Tuesday from 10:30 am – 11:30 am
• Place Jean Jaurès in Capestang on Sundays and Wednesdays from 7:30 am – 1:30 pm.
• Place du Marché in CLERMONT L'HERAULT on Wednesdays from 8 am – 12:00 pm.
• Privas market every Wednesday and Saturday.
• Abbey market in Alès, every day from 6 am – 2 pm.
• Place Chaptal, Mende, on Wednesdays in the morning.
• Marché De Aumont-Aubrac, on Fridays from 8 am – 1pm in Aumont-Aubrac

Coming to an end, originality, sustainability, and simplicity are the main keys at these markets, which give them a sense of authenticity. These kinds of local markets in Languedoc can spark you with the feeling you are really in original France.