Heritage and Matrimony Day - 1st Edition

For the first time, Carcans is celebrating European Heritage and Matrimony Days on Saturday, September 19, from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m., with a day of discoveries exploring history, nature, memory, and local traditions.

Throughout the day, visitors can explore several of the town’s iconic—and sometimes lesser-known—sites: the Carcans Mill, the Maubuisson Chapel, the Museum of Folk Arts and Traditions, the Veterans’ Memorial Museum, the Corneillouse Lagoon, and the Pouch Sheep Park. The latter two sites will be accessible by reservation only.

Women’s history will also be highlighted through an exhibition dedicated to the women of Carcans during World War I, on continuous display in the City Council Chamber. Through photographs, stories, and personal accounts, discover their daily lives and the role they played during the Great War.

To make exploring easier, a tour with transportation provided by City Hall will connect the Corneillouse Lagoon, Pouch Park, the Maubuisson Chapel, and the Museum of Folk Arts and Traditions. Two departures are available at 9:30 a.m. and 2:30 p.m.; reservations are required at carcansevent@gmail.com.

The day will continue at 7:30 p.m. at Place de l’Église in Carcans-Ville with a friendly picnic organized by the Carcans Fête la Forêt (FEFOMM) association, in partnership with the municipality.

This is a wonderful opportunity to discover Carcans in a different light, gain a deeper understanding of its history, and take a fresh look at the heritage sites that shape the town’s identity.

Dining options nearby

Schedule for Saturday, September 19

Continuously from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.
“Matrimoine” Exhibition – Carcans Town Hall – City Council Chamber
This exhibition highlights the importance of women’s legacy in history during the
Great War of 1914–1918 and aims to raise awareness of women’s contributions
to history, which are often underestimated or overlooked.
A poignant account by Isabelle Verdier, a writer from Carcans.
A story of women, bridging local memory and national history.

Maubuisson Chapel – Saturday, September 19, all day
Tour and exploration of the chapel
A heritage born of the residents’ mobilization

The Carcans Mill - Saturday, September 19, all day
Tour of the mill’s mechanisms and an exploration of the history and various areas of this historic site.

The Museum of Folk Arts and Traditions - Saturday, September 19
Discover daily life in Carcans in days gone by.

The Veterans’ Memorial Museum - Saturday, September 19
A place of remembrance and heritage, open to all.

The Corneillouse Lagoon - Saturday, September 19 (by reservation)
Discover a remarkable natural environment, typical of the Médoc’s wetlands.
Shaped by water and seasonal changes, the lagoon is home to a
particularly rich and fragile biodiversity.

The Pouch Sheep Pasture - Saturday, September 19 (by reservation)
Discover ancient breeds of sheep