Anduze Night Market: the event that will set the pace for your summer Tuesday evenings
A charming little town in the Gard, Anduze is loved for its magnificent Bambouseraie in the Cévennes, its traditional pottery, its departure station for the Cévennes Steam Train, and its ideal location in the heart of the Cévennes and its stunning landscapes.
Lastly, Anduze is also popular for its pleasant atmosphere typical of the South of France. A unique vibe you’ll feel as you stroll through the Anduze night market, a summer-evening must!
A friendly, lively atmosphere
Are you spending your holiday at our campsite in Anduze and looking for things to do in Anduze? Mark this unmissable event in your diary: every summer Tuesday evening, from 7 PM to 11 PM, the Anduze night market takes place in the town hall square.
This event is a great chance to take a stroll on warm summer evenings—perhaps with an unforgettable ride on the little train in Anduze, for example, or after visiting the famous Anduze bamboo grove—all while enjoying a lively, pleasant atmosphere. Wander along the stalls: you’ll pass products more tempting than the last and enjoy chatting with the stallholders, who are as welcoming as they are proud of their goods. Local producers at the Anduze market love talking with visitors and singing the praises of their wonderful products!
And to top it all off, the town of Anduze puts on concerts and dancing for the night market. The perfect recipe for a festive evening!
Plenty of stallholders
Unlike traditional night markets, the Anduze night market also features stalls selling fruit and vegetables and other food products. A rare speciality, meaning you can use this market to do your weekly grocery shopping. A tempting idea when you consider that summer days in the Gard are often hot, and you’re more likely to want to dive into cool water, enjoy the peace and quiet of the Anduze bamboo grove, cool off in the Trabuc Cave, or cycle through the woods than go shopping! By the way, find out how bike rental works in Anduze!
As well as food products, the stalls at the Anduze night market offer jewellery, decorative items, handmade goods, soaps, clothing… The Anduze night market is also the perfect place for dessert! After dinner, come and treat yourself to an ice cream, a crêpe or churros as you stroll around the lovely town hall square!
Local specialities take centre stage at the Anduze night market
Markets are also a great way to discover the local specialities of the region you’re staying in. And the Anduze night market is no exception, giving pride of place to local produce. So, as you wander through the stalls at the Anduze night market, don’t miss the stands selling the following products:
- Pottery: in Anduze, the pottery tradition dates back to the 17th century, when the region was known for its tiles and pottery. Today, Anduze is famous for its handmade pottery, especially the iconic Anduze vases—terracotta pieces made using traditional methods.
- Cévennes honey: Cévennes honey is a gastronomic treasure renowned for its exceptional quality. This mountainous region in the south of France offers ideal conditions for honey production, with a wide variety of wildflowers and a preserved environment. Bees forage on a range of aromatic plants, giving Cévennes honey a unique taste, often described as rich, floral and fragrant.
- Chestnuts: another local speciality to take home from your stroll around the Anduze night market: chestnuts. The Cévennes are famous for their chestnut groves, cultivated for centuries. Chestnuts helped sustain local people through difficult times and are used to prepare a variety of traditional Cévennes dishes, including chestnut cream, sweetened chestnut purée and chestnut flour.
- Pélardon: Pélardon is an iconic goat’s cheese from the Cévennes region. It’s known for its small size, flat disc shape, and white, fluffy rind. Made from raw goat’s milk, it has a mild, creamy flavour with slightly tangy notes. Pélardon is often enjoyed as an aperitif, in salads, or simply with bread. It has an AOC designation that guarantees its authenticity and quality.
- Cévennes cured meats: Cévennes charcuterie is a real treat for lovers of traditional cuisine. It stands out for its variety and rich flavour. Among its stars is Cévennes dry sausage, a must-try with its bold aroma. Cévennes dry-cured ham is another gem, air-dried in the pure mountain air. As for saucisson, it’s made with local ingredients and spices, offering a unique taste.
A few Gard specialities to bring back in your tote bags… and there are plenty more! Discover them on your stroll around the Anduze night market, just a stone’s throw from your mobile home rental in the Gard!
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