The Halles Centrales market
Nestling between the port and the main beach in Les Sables d'Olonne, just a stone's throw from the church of Notre Dame de Bon Port, the Halles Centrales market will delight both your taste buds and your eyes. From cheeses to butchers, bakers and patissiers, our stalls have something for everyone! Take your time to stroll around and enjoy the bustling atmosphere. As you wander through the aisles, don't hesitate to ask our passionate producers for advice on preparing local dishes. They'll be delighted to give you their best suggestions!
Where? Rue des Halles, 85100 Les Sables d'Olonne
When? 8am to 1pm Tuesday to Sunday, every day in July and August.
The Arago market
In the heart of the lively streets of Les Sables d'Olonne, just a ten-minute walk from the beach, you'll find the Arago market. Whether you're looking for delicacies from the sea or the land, you're bound to find what you're looking for in the colourful stalls. You can even add to your selection of local produce in the small shops nearby! As you stroll along, take time to admire the architecture of the market: the building, designed by Montegilardi, is part of the town's avant-garde heritage. A real gem!
Where? Boulevard Arago, 85100 Les Sables d'Olonne
When is it open? The indoor food market is open every morning from 7.30am to 1pm. The outdoor market is open on Tuesdays, Fridays and Sundays from 8am to 1.30pm.
La Chaume market
On the site of the old La Chaume wash-house in Les Sables d'Olonne, you can pick up our tasty local produce at the Marché de la Chaume. Nestling in the picturesque district of La Chaume, you can look forward to an authentic and traditional Vendée experience. Browse the stalls, where you'll find fresh local produce, from fruit and vegetables to seafood, not forgetting the unmissable regional specialities. Let yourself be transported by the bewitching flavours and intoxicating aromas that fill the air, while passionate craftsmen share their ancestral know-how with you. Are you tempted?
Where? Place Maraud, 85100 Les Sables d'Olonne
When is the market open? The covered food market is open Tuesday, Thursday and Sunday from 8am to 1pm, and in July and August from Tuesday to Sunday from 8am to 1pm. The fairground market is open Thursdays and Sundays from 8.30am to 1pm.
