Scallop Festival 2025 in Ouistreham
Every year, the scallop is honored in Ouistreham Riva-Bella.
For two days, the star product of Calvados is celebrated through cooking classes, numerous boat tours, and, of course, tastings.
The 2025 edition will take place on October 18th and 19th and is expected to once again attract thousands of curious visitors.
The famous Norman shell celebrates the opening of the fishing season in several towns in Calvados. It has been awarded the Label Rouge, a guarantee of quality.
With its 120 kilometers of coastline and seven ports, it is the leading French scallop fishing region. In fact, no fewer than 5,000 tons are caught there!
Head to the Ouistreham fish market and its local fishermen to taste fresh scallops, in their shells, in the shell, or already prepared.
Choose the two Normandy red labels, the Normandy scallop and the scallop nut, and fully enjoy these flavors!
The scallop festival also features numerous activities that allow you to discover maritime culture, including sea shanty concerts, knot-tying workshops, and fishing demonstrations.
Other highlights include the return of the trawlers and the unloading of the scallops, not to mention the Fishermen's Parade.
This parade of boats along the quays pays tribute to the hard work of the sailors. It is often followed by a blessing of the boats.
This ancestral custom ensures protection and prosperity for the fishermen for the coming season.
Other events take place throughout the city, particularly at the foot of the lighthouse, Place du Général de Gaulle, and at the marina.
To fully enjoy these two days of festivities, check into the Best Western Plus Le Moderne.
Located in downtown Caen, just minutes from the city's tourist attractions, Le Moderne welcomes you in a modern and spacious setting.
Discover our contemporary, comfortable, and air-conditioned rooms for a pleasant and relaxing stay.
After a day of sightseeing, share a glass of cider or Calvados in the hotel lounge bar.
Finally, before your departure, enjoy a gourmet breakfast featuring local products to awaken your taste buds.
For two days, the star product of Calvados is celebrated through cooking classes, numerous boat tours, and, of course, tastings.
The 2025 edition will take place on October 18th and 19th and is expected to once again attract thousands of curious visitors.
The scallop, an emblematic product of Calvados
The famous Norman shell celebrates the opening of the fishing season in several towns in Calvados. It has been awarded the Label Rouge, a guarantee of quality.
With its 120 kilometers of coastline and seven ports, it is the leading French scallop fishing region. In fact, no fewer than 5,000 tons are caught there!
Two days of celebration to discover scallops in all their forms
Head to the Ouistreham fish market and its local fishermen to taste fresh scallops, in their shells, in the shell, or already prepared.
Choose the two Normandy red labels, the Normandy scallop and the scallop nut, and fully enjoy these flavors!
The scallop festival also features numerous activities that allow you to discover maritime culture, including sea shanty concerts, knot-tying workshops, and fishing demonstrations.
Activities and the Fishermen's Parade
Other highlights include the return of the trawlers and the unloading of the scallops, not to mention the Fishermen's Parade.
This parade of boats along the quays pays tribute to the hard work of the sailors. It is often followed by a blessing of the boats.
This ancestral custom ensures protection and prosperity for the fishermen for the coming season.
Other events take place throughout the city, particularly at the foot of the lighthouse, Place du Général de Gaulle, and at the marina.
Book your room at the Hotel Le Moderne to fully enjoy the Scallop Festival.
To fully enjoy these two days of festivities, check into the Best Western Plus Le Moderne.
Located in downtown Caen, just minutes from the city's tourist attractions, Le Moderne welcomes you in a modern and spacious setting.
Discover our contemporary, comfortable, and air-conditioned rooms for a pleasant and relaxing stay.
After a day of sightseeing, share a glass of cider or Calvados in the hotel lounge bar.
Finally, before your departure, enjoy a gourmet breakfast featuring local products to awaken your taste buds.
