Abbaye de Valmagne, an ancient Cistercian monks' abbey in the Hérault, classed as a "Monument Historique" since 1947.

Come and discover the history of this ancient abbey, and learn about the family who have been there for nine generations!

​Charlotte Craig is the creator of the Cracker Fair.  

​She passed the baton to Éleonore d'Allaines, the owner of the abbey in 2021.  The goal still remains to bring you the best Christmas market in the region.​
​2025 is the 20th edition.​

EXHIBITOR ? book a place

​"It's my philosophy to find local artisans who produce fine and unique products - no 'made in China' for the Cracker Fair!"
Charlotte Craig, organiser

"It's unique in the region to find so many exhibitors of this quality in the same place - bravo, I bought all my Christmas presents this weekend!"
Visitor, 2017

"Last year, the thousands of visitors who came to this sublime place, appreciated the safe and secure parking, and the exhibitors' unique and lovely products.  It's THE place to buy your Christmas presents!"
Charlotte Craig, l'organisatrice