"Lo Matsòn" - food and wine fair
Resorts: Courmayeur
Centre of Courmayeur
05 September 2026 - 06 September 2026
Lo Matsòn is the celebration of the authentic flavours of the Aosta Valley.
In the heart of Courmayeur, at the foot of Mont Blanc, a unique weekend comes to life, celebrating the finest local food and wine traditions.
On Sunday, the town centre turns into a large open-air market: a stroll through genuine aromas and flavours, meeting producers face-to-face and discovering the stories behind each specialty. Fresh products, crisp air, smiling faces.
Lo Matsòn, which means “snack” in the local dialect, is much more than a market: it’s a convivial experience, a moment to build connections, learn, taste, and buy the very best the Aosta Valley has to offer.
Alpine Botanicals: the Theme of Lo Matsòn 2026
For its 2026 edition, Lo Matsòn invites visitors to discover the world of Alpine Botanicals, a rich heritage of wild herbs, flowers, roots and medicinal plants that have long shaped the landscapes and culture of the Alps.
Around the market, the historic heart of the event, a diverse programme of experiences unfolds, including workshops, talks, tastings and immersive activities that explore the many ways in which the mountains express, inspire and transform themselves.
09:00 - 18:30
Free access
By car, the main parking areas are:
- P1 Piazzale Monte Bianco, just a short walk from the town centre (first hour free, then up to €22 per day).
- P2 Viale Monte Bianco, next to the historic centre (first 30 minutes free, up to €26 per day).
- P3 Dolonne (Tzan de Blà), a little farther away but very affordable (€1 per hour, maximum €8 per day).
During the event, the central car parks may fill up quickly. We recommend arriving early or using P3, which is connected to the town centre by free weekend shuttle buses.
Courmayeur can also be reached by bus from Aosta (journey time about 1 hour) and from Chamonix via the Mont Blanc Tunnel. The bus stop is located close to both the town centre and the event area.
During the weekend, free local shuttle buses connect Dolonne, Entrèves and La Palud with the centre of Courmayeur.
More information: https://aosta.arriva.it/courmayeur-mont-blanc/
Saturday, 5 September
- 09:00-13:00 / 15:00-19:00 Alpine Botanicals | The Installation
An immersive experience that interprets the theme through floral design, food design, fragrances and botanical inspirations.
Free admission upon reservation. - 13:00-15:00 Alpine Botanicals | The Secret Table
An exclusive convivial experience in the natural setting of Val Veny: an immersive table featuring a menu and pairings inspired by Alpine botanicals.
Paid experience upon reservation. - 17:30-18:30 Alpine Botanicals | The First Forms
A sensory journey featuring Fontina PDO from alpine pastures and Cave Mont Blanc wines, exploring the connection between pasture biodiversity, Alpine botanicals and mountain flavours.
Free experience upon reservation. - 10:00-11:00 / 12:00-13:00 | 14:00-15:00 / 16:00-17:00 Alpine Botanicals | The Workshops
Workshops and masterclasses dedicated to Alpine botanicals, exploring the relationship between mountain plants and local products through creative experiences and moments of discovery.
Free experience upon reservation. - Morning and afternoon, Alpine Botanicals | The Voices
A series of talks and conversations with producers, experts and local stakeholders, exploring the theme of Alpine Botanicals through different perspectives, stories and knowledge.
Sunday, 6 September
- 09:00-18:30 Alpine Botanicals | The Market
The heart of Lo Matsòn: a market spread throughout the streets of Courmayeur, where producers, artisans and farms from Valle d’Aosta showcase their excellence through meetings, tastings and direct sales. - 09:00-13:00 / 15:00-19:00 Alpine Botanicals | The Installation
An immersive experience that interprets the theme through floral design, food design, fragrances and botanical inspirations.
Free admission upon reservation. - 12:30-13:30 Alpine Botanicals | The Performance
Cuisine, music and performing arts come together in a live experience dedicated to the essences of the mountains.
Free experience upon reservation. - 10:00-11:00 / 12:00-13:00 | 14:00-15:00 / 16:00-17:00 Alpine Botanicals | The Workshops
Workshops and masterclasses dedicated to Alpine botanicals, exploring the relationship between mountain plants and local products through creative experiences and moments of discovery.
Free experience upon reservation. - Morning and afternoon, Alpine Botanicals | The Voices
A series of talks and conversations with producers, experts and local stakeholders, exploring the theme of Alpine Botanicals through different perspectives, stories and knowledge.
See also
Note - this information is not directly connected to the Cammino Balteo path but it is part of the Aosta Valley tourist offer.