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Fishermen in the Loire traditions and flavours along the river

Meet the fishermen of the Loire in Touraine, guardians of the authentic flavours of the royal river. Discover their homemade rillettes, smoked fish and delicious specialities during a unique immersion in the heart of Loire traditions.

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The guardians of the Loire

In Touraine, four professional fishermen perpetuate an age-old know-how on the Loire. On their fishing grounds, between Montlouis and the Loire-Vienne confluence, they handle their nets with a precision inherited from past generations.

Facing the wild Loire, la Cabane à Matelot opens its doors to you for a unique culinary experience. Chef Ambroise Voreux passionately sublimates the fish freshly caught by Romain Gadais. Bream, carp and catfish are transformed into surprising gastronomic creations.

On the terrace or in the bright dining room, enjoy Loire accras or a catfish grilled with garden herbs. Local seasonal produce accompanies each plate, while local wines magnify these river flavours.

In the evening, the sunset over the royal river offers an enchanting spectacle for gourmets.

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At the water's edge: spotlights and tastings

Go to the quays of Bréhémont for an unforgettable gourmet break. On the terrace of Les Pêcheries Ligériennes, enjoy a plate of smoked fish while admiring the ballet of traditional boats. On summer weekends, local winegrowers offer surprising food and wine pairings, combining the flavours of the river with the fruity notes of Touraine wines.

A few pedal strokes away, make a stopover at the restaurant Au Martin Bleu, in Tours. Here the chef sublimates the daily catch of the fishermen in awarm setting.

For lovers of a more relaxed atmosphere,the guinguettes on the banks of the Loire welcome you in season with their planks of local specialities and their musical entertainment. Sit facing the river, a drink in hand, and live the moment.

The guinguettes of Touraine

Where can you enjoy fish from the Loire?

Au Martin Bleu

Les Pêcheries Ligériennes - Balades en bateau sur la Loire

La Petite Cuisine

From mules to rillettes : Loire flavours

Let yourself be tempted by the unique flavours of handcrafted smoked mullet rillettes. This Loire speciality, sublimated with saffron or spiced up with old-fashioned mustard, reveals all the rich flavour of wild fish. Meticulous savoir-faire transforms these catches into spreadable delights. Nicolas Hérault catches around fifteen species of fish that enable him to make these delicious rillettes.

In their workshops, the fishermen become artisans-transformateurs. The fillets are delicately salted with Guérande salt, then smoked with beech wood to develop subtle aromas. Also discover their homemade soups and cooked dishes that showcase each catch of the day.

Enjoy these specialities on a waterside terrace, accompanied by a glass of local wine. These authentic flavours tell the living story of a generous river.