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Lorgues market: a practical guide to the Tuesday Provençal market
On Tuesday mornings, stalls set up under the plane trees in the village centre. Here is how to enjoy the market like a local, then linger at the table.
In short
Lorgues market takes place on Tuesday mornings in the village centre, under the plane trees. Expect seasonal Var produce, olives and olive oil, goat's cheese, honey, herbs, soaps and crafts. Come early for choice, late morning for atmosphere; check exact times with the town hall or tourist office.
Chapter I — The mood
« On Tuesdays the village wakes a little earlier, smelling of ripe tomatoes and basil. »
A Tuesday morning under the plane trees
The market sits in the heart of the village, in the soft shade of the plane trees: a human-sized market where locals and visitors meet.
Chapter II — How to
Lorgues market in practice
Three questions are enough: when, what time, and what to bring.
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Which day and where?
Tuesday morning, in the village centre under the plane trees. Check exact times with the town hall or tourist office.
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What time?
Early for choice, late morning for atmosphere.
03
Family, basket, cash or card
Bring a basket and some cash: not every stall takes cards.
Chapter III — The stalls
What you'll find at Lorgues Provençal market
Above all a food market, with a few fine crafts.
Choose with your nose first.
Seasonal Var fruit and vegetables
The stalls follow the calendar.
Olives, tapenades and olive oil
Lorgues is a land of olive trees and mills.
Goat's cheese, honey and herbs
Fresh or aged cheeses, local honey, Provençal herbs.
Soaps, fabrics and crafts
Gifts that smell of Provence.
Chapter IV — The calendar
The market through the seasons
The market never looks the same twice.
Autumn-winter: squash, mushrooms, citrus
Squash, mushrooms and root vegetables, then citrus; truffle season in the Dracénie area — check with local tourist offices.
Chapter V — In the kitchen
From basket to kitchen: simple ideas
Easy pairings for your market finds.
- Tomatoes & olive oil
- The simplest summer lunch.
- Courgettes & goat's cheese
- A five-minute starter.
- Honey & cheese
- An easy end to the meal.
Chapter VI — Know-how
A regular's tips for buying well
A market is a conversation.
Walk round first
See what's truly in season before buying.
Taste and talk
Growers are happy to advise.
Grower or reseller?
Growers sell limited, seasonal produce and know their crops.
Chapter VII — Rest of the morning
After the market: extending the morning in Lorgues
Stroll, then sit down at the table.
Wander the old town to the Saint-Martin collegiate church
Lanes, fountains and old doors lead up to the collegiate church. See our guide to visiting Lorgues.
Lunch in a 1780 Provençal house
Our 1780 house opens its terrace under the olive tree, with France & World fusion cooking and plenty of homemade dishes. Discover our cuisine built on local Var produce and our menu that changes every week. See also our tips for a midday break in the village.
Chapter VIII — Further afield
Markets in the villages around Lorgues
Cotignac, Salernes and Draguignan have their own markets; check days with each town hall or tourist office.
One village, one market, one morning.
Good to know
Lorgues market: your questions
Which day is Lorgues market?
Tuesday morning, in the village centre. Check exact times with the town hall or tourist office.
What time is best?
Early for choice, late morning for atmosphere.
Can I pay by card?
It depends on the stall; bring some cash.
What to do in Lorgues after the market?
Stroll the old town to the collegiate church, then have lunch on a terrace.
Are there other markets nearby?
Yes, in Cotignac, Salernes and Draguignan; check their days locally.
Where to have lunch after the market?
At Carnets de Voyage, in a 1780 house at 12 avenue Allongue. Book by phone on 07 88 88 89 60.
Further reading
From market to table
The produce you see on Tuesdays inspires our menu: discover our local produce cuisine Var. And to keep exploring:
Basket full? Time for lunch!
After the market, book your table by phone on 07 88 88 89 60.