Aux Vignobles! Caen

Aux Vignobles! is a consumer-focused wine and gastronomy fair dedicated to showcasing the diversity, quality and authenticity of French wine culture. It takes place at the Parc des Expositions de Caen in the Norman city of Caen.

Each year, the exhibition centre becomes a meeting point for wine enthusiasts, industry professionals and curious private visitors who want to do more than simply taste French wines—they seek a deeper understanding of their origins, production methods and distinctive character. The event is organised by GL Events Exhibitions Opérations, an internationally active trade fair organiser based in Brest. Renowned for high-quality, visitor-oriented consumer exhibitions, the company has established Aux Vignobles! as a successful touring format held in several cities across northern and western France.

At the heart of the fair is an extensive selection of wines from almost all of France’s major wine-producing regions, including Bordeaux, Burgundy, the Loire Valley, Provence, Alsace and the South West. The wine offering is complemented by a carefully curated range of regional specialities such as cheese, cured meats, foie gras, chocolate and fine food products, bringing the natural pairing of wine and gastronomy vividly to life. A particular highlight is the opportunity for direct exchange with winemakers, producers and artisanal businesses, who present their products in person, share insights into production and terroir, and sell their wines and delicacies directly, without intermediaries.

The fair is closely linked to France’s culture of gastronomy and its self-image as a leading wine-producing nation. At the same time, it reflects the role of Caen and the Normandy region as welcoming destinations with a strong openness to culinary discovery. Highlights include guided tastings, themed areas dedicated to organic and sustainable viticulture, and presentations exploring current trends in wine and culinary tourism.

Exhibitors primarily represent the wine, agriculture, artisanal food production and fine food sectors. Visitors range from private wine lovers to restaurateurs, retailers, sommeliers and professionals from the food and beverage industry. As part of a nationwide exhibition series, Aux Vignobles! in Caen benefits from strong brand recognition and consistently high standards. The experience is rounded off by the attractive location of the Parc des Expositions, which is well connected to the transport network and easily accessible by car and public transport alike—providing an ideal setting for an event that brings together French lifestyle, craftsmanship and enjoyment in an authentic and engaging way.

The Aux Vignobles! will take place on 3 days from Friday, 20. March to Sunday, 22. March 2026 in Caen.