Sommet de l’Élevage 2026 Trade Fair Tour — Livestock and Agriculture Fair
Sommet de l’Élevage 2026 is a livestock and agriculture fair organized by the eponymous organizing body, held from 6–9 October 2026 in Cournon-d’Auvergne near Clermont-Ferrand, at the Grande Halle d’Auvergne exhibition centre. The French agricultural press announces the 2026 edition as the 35th edition. The organizer defines the fair’s purpose as the promotion of French cattle, sheep, and horse breeding, with a focus on the genetic profiling of meat and dairy producers in mountainous and remote regions. The organizer’s website lists figures—1,800 participants, 120,000 visitors, 2,000 selected animals from 70 breeds, 160 conferences, and more than 100 countries—without specifying a year; the 2026 edition will host the national competition of the Limousine breed. According to Agro Matin, 2026 will see the opening of a first animal health section and an additional 10,000 m² allocated for agricultural machinery. The fair is open from Tuesday to Thursday 08:30–19:00, and on Friday 08:30–17:30. The organizer notes that Clermont-Ferrand Auvergne Airport is 15 minutes from the fair site, and shuttle services operate between the city centre, train station, and airport. Turkish citizens require a Schengen visa.
Delta Expo Travel Agency is planning your trip to Clermont-Ferrand, including flight, hotel, visa file, transfer, and fair entrance.
| Information |
Details |
| Fair Name |
Sommet de l’Élevage 2026 |
Date |
6-9 October 2026 |
| Day and Time |
Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday 08:30 – 19:00; Friday 08:30 – 17:30 (organiser information) |
| City |
Cournon-d’Auvergne (near Clermont-Ferrand; organiser also lists location as Clermont-Ferrand) |
| Country |
France |
| Venue |
Grande Halle d’Auvergne exhibition centre, 3 boulevard Danielle Mitterrand, 63800 Cournon-d’Auvergne; the organiser’s page lists 240,000 m² of exhibition space (year not specified) |
| Organiser |
Sommet de l’Élevage; main address 17 allée Evariste Galois, 63170 Aubière |
| Edition |
35th |
edisyon (Announcement by French agricultural press Agro Matin)
| Fair Type |
A fair aimed at livestock and agriculture professionals; featuring live animal presentations and breed competitions. The organizer presents the fair under the motto “For a Sustainable Livestock”; it is published in an online calendar that can be filtered by day, event type, and hall.
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| Sector |
Cattle, sheep and horse breeding; meat and dairy genetics; agricultural machinery; animal health |
| Product Groups |
Products for livestock genetics, agricultural machinery and equipment, animal health, pork and poultry sectors; a genetics-focused exhibition for meat and dairy professionals in mountainous and remote areas, as defined by the organizer |
| Visitor Profile |
Breeders and professionals in the livestock-agriculture sector; according to Agro Matin, the organizer expects 120,000 professional visitors and anticipates 6,000 international visitors from more than 100 countries |
| Organizer Statistics |
1,800 participants, 120,000 visitors, 2,000 selected animals, 70 breeds, 160 conferences, over 100 countries; 240,000 m² exhibition space and 100,000 m² booth area (organizer page, year not specified). According to Agro Matin, 330 participants are international visitors from 35 countries |
| 2026 Innovations |
According to Agro Matin, 2026 will see the first animal health section (pôle Santé animale) opening, bringing together veterinarians, laboratories and animal health protection units for the first time |
The presence of the pork and poultry sectors at the fair is being strengthened, and an additional 10,000 m² of space is being allocated for agricultural machinery. According to the organizer’s website, the 2026 edition will also host the national competition for the Limousine breed.
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| Program |
National competition of the limousine breed; 160 conferences on agricultural agenda, business management, animal health, environment and genetics; Sommets d’Or innovation awards (over 60 candidates according to the organizer, 10 proposed inventions) |
| Transportation |
According to the organizer, Clermont-Ferrand Auvergne Airport (Aulnat) is 15 minutes away; there are 8 trains per day from Paris to Clermont-Ferrand SNCF station and the journey takes 3½ hours. Shuttle vehicles operate between the city centre, SNCF station, airport and Vichy to the fair site; among the shuttle stops is entrance 2 of Parc-Expo (Zénith). The regional train stops at Sarliève – Cournon station and, according to the organizer, runs on average every 30 minutes between 06:30 and 21:30; line C bus goes from the city centre to Chaux-Blanche stop; via the A75 motorway exit 3. The organizer also notes that bicycle paths reach Grande Halle d’Auvergne. |
| Registration |
Entry card is obtained from the organizer’s online registration page; there is a separate accreditation form for press members. |
Organiser’s website includes the 2026 attendee list, product and service directory, FAQ section, and the fair’s mobile application (organiser menu).
Visa
France is in the Schengen area. A Schengen visa is required for Turkish citizens; applications are made with a fair invitation and accommodation documents. For current regulations, you can visit the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Turkey’s website (mfa.gov.tr).
| Official Site |
sommet-elevage.fr |
| Tour Scope |
Flight ticket, hotel accommodation, transfers, Schengen visa application support, fair entry registration and support throughout the trip. |
What Does Our Tour Package Include?
[ FLIGHT TICKET ]
We arrange your flight from Istanbul to arrive in Clermont-Ferrand in time for the four fair days.
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[ HOTEL ACCOMMODATION ]
We reserve rooms for you in the center of Clermont-Ferrand and around Cournon-d'Auvergne.
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[ TRANSFER ]
Airport – hotel transfer and hotel –
Daily transportation between Grande Halle d’Auvergne is arranged by us.
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[ VISA ]
We prepare your Schengen visa application and manage the documentation and tracking process.
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[ FAIR ACCREDITATION ]
We pre-register your entry through the organizer’s online system.
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[ 24/7 SUPPORT ]
Our Turkish support line remains open throughout your stay in France.
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Frequently Asked Questions
When and where is Sommet de l’Élevage 2026 held?
The fair takes place from 6‑9 October 2026 at the Grande Halle d’Auvergne exhibition centre in Cournon-d’Auvergne, near Clermont‑Ferrand.
From Tuesday to Thursday 08:30 – 19:00, on Friday 08:30 – 17:30.
Who is organizing the fair and which edition is it?
The organizer is the Sommet de l’Élevage organization based in Aubière. Agro Matin announces the 2026 edition as the 35th edition; the edition number is not listed on the organizer’s main page.
What is showcased at the fair?
According to the organizer, the fair promotes French cattle, sheep, and horse breeding; it also focuses on meat and dairy genetics in mountainous and remote areas. In 2026, the national competition for the Limousin breed will be held; agricultural machinery and a newly opened animal health section are also featured.
What are the participant and visitor figures?
The organizer’s page lists 1,800 participants, 120,000 visitors, 2,000 selected animals from 70 breeds, and more than 100 countries; the year for these figures is not specified.
Agro Matin reports that 330 participants are international companies from 35 countries.
Who can visit the fair?
The fair is aimed at growers and professionals in the livestock-agriculture sector; the expected visitors are defined as professional visitors by the agricultural press. The entry card is obtained from the organizer’s online registration page; we handle your registration.
Is a visa required for France?
Yes. France is part of the Schengen area; a Schengen visa is required for travel, and we handle the appointment and documentation process.
How do I get to the exhibition site?
According to the organizer, Clermont-Ferrand Auvergne Airport is 15 minutes from the exhibition site; shuttle vehicles operate from the city centre, SNCF train station, and the airport to the exhibition site. By road, exit 3 of the A75 motorway is used. We plan your transfers.
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