The markets of the Gers: a taste of Gascony
In the Gers, the market is an unmissable event. Around the Château d’Izaute, Nogaro, Eauze, Aignan, Riscle and Le Houga welcome producers and craftspeople every week: foie gras, Armagnac, cheeses, seasonal fruit and vegetables, and handmade items.
Market days around the Château d’Izaute
- Nogaro : Wednesdays and Saturdays, Place Alsace-Lorraine.
- Eauze : Thursday morning, Boulevard Général Ballon.
- Aignan : Monday morning, Place du Colonel Parisot.
- Riscle : Friday morning, Place des Arènes.
- Le Houga : Sunday morning, Place des Arènes.
In the summer, many villages also organise night markets and gourmet markets: you can buy produce from neighbouring farms and enjoy it there and then, gathered round large tables.
Products to discover at the markets in the Gers
The Gers is the home of the fattened duck: foie gras, duck breast, confit and rillettes are the stars of the market stalls. You’ll also find wines from the Côtes de Gascogne and Saint-Mont, Floc de Gascogne and, of course, Armagnac, our region’s iconic brandy.
Farmhouse cheeses, honey, croustade, seasonal vegetables and poultry round off the basket. In winter, ‘gras’ markets, such as the one in Samatan, keep a very much alive Gascon tradition alive.
Local crafts
Potters, basket weavers, jewellery makers and home textile designers: village markets and shops offer the chance to meet the craftspeople of the Gers and take home a handmade souvenir.
A gourmet break at the Château d’Izaute
Our Izaute Castle, in Caupenne-d’Armagnac, is ideally situated for exploring the markets of the Bas-Armagnac region. Bring your finds back to our charming holiday cottages, equipped with a kitchen, or enjoy a home-cooked breakfast served in our charming guest rooms.
On request, we can also organise bistronomic meals at the estate: discover the services offered at the estate.
FAQ
On which days does the Nogaro market take place?
The market in Nogaro takes place on Wednesdays and Saturdays at Place Alsace-Lorraine.
When is the market in Eauze?
The Eauze market takes place every Thursday morning on Boulevard Général Ballon.
What should you bring back from a market in the Gers?
Foie gras, duck breast, Armagnac, Floc de Gascogne, wines from the Côtes de Gascogne and farmhouse cheeses are the region’s most typical produce.
Are there any night markets in the Gers?
Yes, in the summer, many villages organise night markets and food markets, where you can have dinner there and then.