Description
For over 35 years, the Saint-Gingolph Chestnut Festival has been THE must-see fall event. An authentic and friendly event to enjoy with family or friends!
Featuring our village’s iconic fruit, this friendly and authentic gathering will delight young and old alike, with a program designed for everyone: concerts, a craft market, running races, and traditional cuisine combining brisolée, soup, burgers, and a Valais-style platter…
Friday, October 23, 2026:
6:00 p.m. – Cantine
Festival opening
7:00 p.m. – Church
Classical music concert
9:00 p.m. – 11:00 p.m. – Cantine
“Merci Johnny” concert, a tribute to Johnny Hallyday
Followed by
Free dance
Saturday, October 24, 2026:
10:00 a.m. – Cantine
Start of the Dérupe Gingolaise – Cantine
12:00 PM – Cafeteria
Cafeteria opens (bar and food service)
12:00 PM – Châtaigneraie
Children’s race (on-site registration)
Official ceremony, Dérupe awards presentation
Bar and raclette
From 1:00 PM to 6:00 PM – Rue de la Chapelle
Craft market with live music
6:00 PM
Musical entertainment with Les Enfants des 2 Républiques
Starting at 6:30 PM
Spit-roasted wild boar dinner
8:30 p.m.
Announcement of the theme for the 39th Carnarioule in 2027
9:00 p.m.
Free dance
To treat yourself over the weekend:
- Game burger
- Spätzli poutine
- Spit-roasted wild boar (Saturday evening)
- Brisolée
- Royal Brisolée (with chestnuts and a Valais platter)
- Valais platter
- Homemade soup
Rates
Free access.
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Opening times
From 23 October 2026 until 24 October 2026
From 23 October 2026 until 24 October 2026
Friday
18:00 - 04:00
Saturday
10:00 - 04:00
Location
Plan interactif : 1 lieux répertoriés.
- Lieu sans nom
Spoken languages
Spoken languages
