Pyrenean cuisine Things to see in Lourdes

Lourdes is an ideal destination for discovering the flavours of the Pyrenees. Among the must-try dishes are garbure, Bigorre black pork, mountain cheeses, Pyrenean trout, Tarbais beans, gâteau à la broche, Pyrenean tourte and wines from the South-West.

Les Halles de Lourdes is the perfect place to meet local producers and discover regional specialities. Here you’ll find cheeses from the Pyrenees, cured meats, duck specialities, traditional pastries, honey, local wines and a wide range of fresh produce from the region.

Lourdes offers a range of culinary experiences, such as food tours, tastings at the Maison du Jambon Pierre Sajous, wine and chocolate pairing workshops, and meetings with local producers. These activities offer a friendly and authentic way to discover the Pyrenean region. The City Card Gourmande also gives you the chance to discover local produce at the market halls in Lourdes.

The Tourist Office shares several iconic recipes from Pyrenean cuisine, such as garbure, gâteau à la broche and the Pyrenean pie. These recipes allow you to extend your culinary experience after a stay in Lourdes.

As well as its cultural and spiritual heritage, Lourdes is also a destination for food lovers. With its markets, local producers, restaurants and regional specialities, the local cuisine reflects the identity of the Pyrenees and offers visitors the chance to discover the region through its expertise, exceptional produce and culinary traditions.