All you need to know about the 2026 Uzès Truffle Festival
From December to March, discover all the facets of the legendary black truffle.
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Every year, Uzès highlights the precious black diamond of French cuisine during its renowned Truffle Festival. This prestigious event, spanning several months from December to March, attracts tourism and brings together truffle enthusiasts as well as curious visitors eager to uncover all the mysteries of this culinary product.
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Staying in the heart of the village of Uzès during the truffle festival
Since Roman times, this precious truffle has thrived in the limestone soils of the Uzège region in the South of France, from mid-November to mid-March. In January, the town of Uzès, 40 minutes from Nîmes, takes on the title of capital of the black truffle and promotes it accordingly. The black diamond is honored for a new edition every year during the Truffle Weekend held in mid-January. It has become the unmissable event of the Uzès region since 1994.
Uzès celebrates the black jewel of the local terroir through a series of events and activities dedicated to the winter black truffle, known by its scientific name *tuber melanosporum*. Entertainment, activities, tours, producers' market, meals to enjoy on the Place aux Herbes, truffle-themed weekend, reservations to discover truffle dishes in Uzès restaurants, a night at the Boutique Hôtel Entraigues**** or in a guest house, news to follow... You will know everything about the Uzès Truffle Festival, its dedicated market, and its festive weekend!
2026 Truffle Weekend Programme
This year, the truffle weekend will take place from Friday, January 16 to Sunday, January 18, 2026. During this time, the entire town of Uzès comes alive with tours and truffle tastings. The Agricultural Promotion Committee organizes numerous activities during this event. Some of these activities require reservations. To follow the latest news from this committee, visit this page.
Busy that weekend? The black truffle awaits you from December to March! Truffled specialties and dedicated events on the program.
And for food lovers, the truffle also invites itself to the market in Uzès, every Wednesday and every Saturday, with the Truffle Hut on Place aux Herbes.
Truffle Discovery Days
Immerse yourself in the exclusive world of truffles during these dedicated days! On the agenda: welcome coffee, tastings of local terroir products enhanced with truffles, truffle-hunting demonstrations, cleaning, weighing, truffle menu, and food and wine pairings.
Friday, January 16 and Saturday, January 17 from 9:30 AM to 3:00 PM on Place aux Herbes.
€105.
Reservations required.
Truffle Dinner Evening
Come and enjoy a 100% black truffle and wine-themed menu. From appetizers to the main course and dessert, a true discovery for your taste buds.
Dates and prices to be announced
Winemaker's Evening
A special occasion for wine lovers, organized by the Syndicat des vignerons du Duché d’Uzès, where the Vignerons du Duché d’Uzès present and offer tastings of their AOP Duché d’Uzès wines. A Gala evening to discover the new vintage, always accompanied by truffle dishes.
Friday, January 16, 2026, from 7:00 PM to 11:00 PM at L'Ombrière.
€45 per person.
Reservations required.
Guided Truffle History and Flavors Tour
As part of the Truffle Season, the Destination Pays d’Uzès – Pont du Gard Tourist Office offers 2-hour guided tours punctuated by tastings celebrating the truffle. Begin with a guided exploration of Uzès to understand the importance and presence of the black diamond in the history of this ducal city. Next, awaken your taste buds during a tasting session featuring truffle finger foods, crafted by a talented chef and accompanied by a selection of AOP Duché d’Uzès wines. Follow the guide for an experience that is both gourmet and enriching!
January 17 and 24 and February 7, 2026.
€20 per adult and €12 for children under 12.
Reservations only.
Cooking class with a professional chef
At the Loggia restaurant, craft an appetizer and a main course using truffles from the Truffières d'Uzès with Chef Nathan Henck to guide you.
Friday, January 16 and Saturday, January 17 from 4:00 PM to 6:00 PM at the Loggia restaurant.
€150.
Reservations required, only 8 people per class.
The Truffle Night
A gala evening where Michelin-starred chefs from the Gard region showcase their expertise by pairing black truffles with exceptional local produce. A 100% truffle-infused gastronomic feast for food lovers to discover.
Saturday, January 17 at 7:30 PM at L'Ombrière.
€190 per person.
The Bodega Evening
The ultimate friendly event! The Bodega Evening is a gathering under the marquee to enjoy dishes enhanced with truffles, paired with the finest wines from the Vignerons du Duché d’Uzès. A treat for both the taste buds and the spirit!
Saturday, January 17 at 7:00 PM on Place aux Herbes.
€5 admission.
Festive day dedicated to the black diamond
Come meet the truffle growers of the Gard region on Place aux Herbes. Truffle inspection, retail sales, technical information, dog and pig truffle-hunting demonstrations, truffle-infused dishes from local restaurants, and tastings of truffle products and AOP Duché d’Uzès wines directly from the producers.
Sunday, January 18 from 7:00 AM to 5:00 PM on Place aux Herbes.
Guided tasting of AOP Duché d’Uzès wines and truffle-infused dishes
Come and indulge in truffles and AOP Duché d’Uzès wines. A guided tasting designed to learn while delighting your palate.
Sunday, January 18 from 10:15 AM to 11:30 AM at the Uzès Town Hall.
Reservations required.
Truffle Mass
During this special weekend, even mass celebrates the black diamond! The truffles are first blessed, followed by an auction held to benefit the parish. All of this takes place inside the magnificent Saint-Théodorit Cathedral of Uzès.
Sunday, January 18 at 10:30 AM in Uzès Cathedral.
Followed by the auction of the blessed truffles at 11:40 AM.
Truffle lunch
To conclude this wonderful weekend celebrating the truffle, what better way to finish than with a truffle-infused meal? The Uzès Agricultural Promotion Committee offers a 100% truffle menu, accompanied by a glass of AOP Duché d’Uzès wine.
Sunday, January 18, 2026, at 12:00 PM in the L'Ombrière hall.
Reservations required.
