Grande Foire de la Saint-Fiacre de Mortagne-sur-Gironde

The Grande Foire de la Saint-Fiacre: a summer tradition on the heights of the estuary

Each year at the end of August, Mortagne-sur-Gironde celebrates Saint-Fiacre with a grand fair that takes over the center of the village perched on the heights of the Gironde estuary. Organized by the Collectif de la Saint-Fiacre with the support of the Royan Atlantique Tourist Office, this festive and popular event brings together bargain hunters, families, and food lovers for a day rich in discoveries.

Mortagne-sur-Gironde, a fishing village overlooking the estuary

Mortagne-sur-Gironde is a picturesque village in Charente-Maritime clinging to the limestone cliffs overlooking the Gironde estuary, the largest estuary in Europe. Its marina nestled at the foot of the cliffs, its emblematic fishing huts (carrelets), and its steep streets make it one of the most photographed sites on the Charente coast. The village, a former trading port, retains remarkable maritime heritage and an authentic fishing village atmosphere.

A festive and varied program

The Foire de la Saint-Fiacre offers a complete program for all ages. The flea market and car boot sale are at the heart of the event, with stalls set up in the streets of the village center. An exhibition of vintage cars delights lovers of fine mechanics. Children enjoy the bouncy castle and the educational farm, while the more adventurous can take trike rides. Craft creators showcase their skills, and the gourmet market highlights local Charente products. Musical entertainment punctuates the day.

Saint Fiacre, patron saint of gardeners

Saint Fiacre's Day, celebrated on August 30th, pays homage to the patron saint of gardeners and market gardeners. This ancient tradition, deeply rooted in rural France, gives rise to agricultural and festive fairs in many villages across France. In Mortagne-sur-Gironde, the fair perpetuates this tradition by adding a flea market and festive dimension, creating a unifying event for the entire village and summer visitors.