Aux Vignobles! Le Mans

Once a year, "Aux Vignobles!" invites visitors on a delightful journey through the rich wine and culinary traditions of France. This combined trade and public fair, with a clear focus on wine, gastronomy, and terroir, takes place at the Centre des Expositions in Le Mans. The name – roughly translated as “To the Vineyards!” – symbolizes the experience that awaits: direct encounters with winemakers, authentic regional products, and a deep dive into French culture of taste and craftsmanship.

Organized by GL Events Exhibitions Opérations, based in Brest, the event is part of a series of similar fairs curated across northwestern France by this experienced exhibition organizer. Le Mans – widely known for its motorsport heritage – also benefits from its proximity to renowned wine regions such as the Loire Valley. Each autumn, it becomes a unique gathering place where local residents, wine enthusiasts, tourists, and professionals from the hospitality, gastronomy, and retail sectors come together to discover, taste, and purchase regional quality products directly from the producers.

At the heart of the fair is French wine in all its diversity: from classic appellations and rare grape varieties to sustainable viticulture, current trends in oenology, and offers from the wine tourism sector. Many exhibitors also present travel experiences linked to their wineries – ranging from on-site tastings to overnight stays among the vines.

A standout feature of the fair is the "Parcours BIO" – a dedicated route through the exhibition hall spotlighting organic wines and sustainably certified products, including those carrying the HVE (Haute Valeur Environnementale) environmental label. This focus underlines the event’s strong commitment to transparency, sustainability, and regional identity.

The exhibition is further enriched by free tasting workshops, where experts share their knowledge of aromas, growing regions, and terroirs, allowing visitors to deepen their understanding of wine. In addition to wine, Aux Vignobles! features a curated selection of fine delicacies – including cheese, cured meats, chocolate, honey, tea, and more. Most exhibitors come from the fields of viticulture, agriculture, gourmet food production, and tourism.

More than just a sales exhibition, "Aux Vignobles!" serves as a vibrant showcase of French culinary culture – a space for direct exchange between producers and the public, and a stage for quality, authenticity, and emotion.

The venue – the modern Centre des Expositions Le Mans – is located just a few kilometers from the city center and is easily accessible by car or public transport. Thanks to its strong connection to the French rail network, the fair is also convenient for regional and national visitors.

Anyone wishing to experience French wine culture in all its richness will find at "Aux Vignobles!" in Le Mans a unique and valuable opportunity to taste the best of France’s regions – where people and pleasure come together.

The Aux Vignobles! will take place on 3 days from Friday, 14. November to Sunday, 16. November 2025 in Le Mans.