Les Halles d’Amiens, the covered market in the heart of Amiens, is offering groups the chance to explore French gastronomy through a choice of food workshops and tastings.

Located close to Amiens Cathedral and the historic Saint-Leu district, the market provides a convenient addition to coach itineraries with experiences available for groups up to 15 people.

Following redevelopment, Les Halles combines a traditional market with a food court featuring 24 food outlets, including independent shops, caterers and restaurants. Local producers and specialist traders showcase regional produce, while the Biltoki café provides a place to relax and enjoy the market’s atmosphere.

At Chez Granny, visitors can learn to prepare Ficelle Picarde, one of Amiens’ best-known specialities. The savoury crêpe is filled with ham and mushrooms and finished with a creamy sauce, offering a hands-on introduction to local cuisine.

Martigny et Fils wine shop offers one-hour guided sessions exploring French wines or locally produced spirits. Cheese lovers can also sample a selection of French cheeses chosen by Planchon, an established Amiens cheesemonger, while learning about their different flavours and characteristics.

Amiens is around a two-hour drive from Calais and offers attractions throughout the year. Its Christmas market draws visitors during the winter, while spring and summer are ideal for exploring the Hortillonnages, a remarkable network of floating gardens. The city also provides a convenient base for groups visiting the Somme battlefields and First World War sites.

Details of Les Halles, including market information, are available here. Meanwhile, you can click here to learn more about group guided visits to Amiens, as well as further group information for visits to this historic city.

For more information on planning your trip to Hauts de France, contact Benoît Guilleux at benoit.guilleux@hautsdefrancetourisme.com.