Catalan traditions celebrated in November

In November, the Conflent region offers a variety of events and activities that highlight Catalan traditions and local culture. Throughout the month, visitors can enjoy chestnut roasting, sardana dancing, and the first gastronomic events of the season.

Local festivals and markets

Events are also taking place in Prades for the Foire au gras et aux volailles, in Eus for the Course des Lézards, and in Molitg-les-Bains for its Christmas market. These events showcase regional specialties and cultural heritage.

Saint-André fair highlights Catalan cuisine

The Foire de la Saint-André in Vinça, scheduled for Saturday, November 28, and Sunday, November 29, brings together Catalan traditions, community gatherings, and culinary delights. The event includes a market, wine fair, producers, artisans, Castellers, and various animations. This year, the boles de picolat are the highlight of the fair.

Amateur championship for boles de picolat

On Sunday, November 29, the 1st Amateur World Championship of boles de picolat will take place. This event offers an opportunity to celebrate this emblematic recipe of Catalan cuisine with conviviality and local pride. Participants can register for the event, and on Sunday evening, a Gourmand Meeting by La Table du Canigó will follow, preceded by a Master Class on the theme "The Bole tells its story and is savored."

Gastronomic dinner with local chefs

On Sunday evening, chefs Gilles Bascou and Julien Blaya will host a gastronomic dinner dedicated to boles de picolat, enhanced by wine pairings. The event will take place at 7 p.m. in the salle Pierre Gipulo in Vinça, with a price of 50 euros per person and reservations required due to limited availability.

Event details and contact information

The program for the Foire de la Saint-André is subject to change, and the Office of Tourism Intercommunal Conflent Canigó is not responsible for any changes to the program. For the latest information, visitors are advised to consult the office's website. The Office de Tourisme Conflent Canigó operates antennas in Prades, Molitg-les-Bains, Villefranche-de-Conflent, and Vernet-les-Bains, with headquarters at Château Pams – Route de Ria-Sirach, 66500 Prades, and administrative offices at 10, Place de la République, 66500 Prades. Contact information is available at Tel. 33 (0)4 68 05 41 02.