France Culinary Tourism Market Insights Forecasts to 2033

• The France Culinary Tourism Market Size was valued at USD 31.53 Billion in 2023
• The Market Size is Growing at a CAGR of 16.30% from 2023 to 2033.
• The France Culinary Tourism Market Size is Expected to Reach USD 142.68 Billion by 2033.

The France Culinary Tourism Market size is expected to reach USD 142.68 Billion by 2033, at a CAGR of 16.30% during the forecast period 2023 to 2033.

Market Overview

Culinary tourism is using food as a means of travel. In the context of tourism, it is regarded as essential. Tourism often involves dining out, with travelers ranking "meal regarded to rank alongside climate, accommodation, and landscape" in importance. The search for exceptional dining and drinking experiences, both locally and internationally, is known as culinary or food tourism. Although agritourism is a subset of rural tourism, culinary tourism, and agritourism are closely related because the roots of cuisine can be discovered in agriculture. Culinary tourism is distinct from agritourism in that it is regarded as a portion of cultural tourism, as cuisine is an expression of culture. By combining food tourism with local culinary workshops that allow them to bring some useful recipes and cooking techniques home, many food enthusiasts elevate their passion for food to a whole new level. These could be provided by well-known cooking schools, to in-house guests at resorts, or by individual chefs who specialize in regional cuisine.       

Report Coverage

This research report categorizes the market for the France culinary tourism market based on various segments and regions and forecasts revenue growth and analyzes trends in each submarket. The report analyses the key growth drivers, opportunities, and challenges influencing the France culinary tourism market. Recent market developments and competitive strategies such as expansion, product launch, and development, partnership, merger, and acquisition have been included to draw the competitive landscape in the market. The report strategically identifies and profiles the key market players and analyses their core competencies in each sub-segment of the France culinary tourism market.  

Driving Factors

French local food is renowned for its extraordinary style and diversity. Every region of France has historically had a unique cuisine. Along with Spanish and Italian food, French cuisine is among the best in the world. French cuisine is incredibly diverse due to the unique recipes and delicacies from each region. For many people, French food represents the pinnacle of fine dining in the globe. The demand for culinary tourism in France has increased due to French cuisine's professional techniques, commitment to fresh ingredients and basic flavors, pride in presentation, and rich and colorful history. French cuisine has truly taken over the world and laid the groundwork for many other styles and specialties.

Restraining Factors

Foreign visitors may encounter language obstacles at many popular culinary tourism locations, especially in non-english speaking nations.

Market Segmentation

The France culinary tourism market share is classified into activity and mode of booking

• The culinary trails segment is expected to hold the largest market share through the forecast period.

The France culinary tourism market is segmented by activity into culinary trails, cooking classes. Among these, the culinary trails segment is expected to hold the largest market share through the forecast period. Culinary trails curate the greatest food and drink options available in an area, showcasing a particular dish or cuisine or the variety of regional suppliers.

• The online travel agents segment is expected to dominate the France culinary tourism market during the forecast period.       

Based on the mode of booking, the France culinary tourism market is divided into online travel agents, traditional agents, and direct booking. Among these, the online travel agents segment is expected to dominate the France culinary tourism market during the forecast period. The convenience, diversity, and comparative options offered by online travel agencies are credited with this increase. They provide a one-stop shop for examining, contrasting, and making reservations for different dining establishments and lodgings.

Competitive Analysis:

The report offers the appropriate analysis of the key organizations/companies involved within the France culinary tourism market along with a comparative evaluation primarily based on their product offering, business overviews, geographic presence, enterprise strategies, segment market share, and SWOT analysis. The report also provides an elaborative analysis focusing on the current news and developments of the companies, which includes product development, innovations, joint ventures, partnerships, mergers & acquisitions, strategic alliances, and others. This allows for the evaluation of the overall competition within the market.

List of Key Companies

• Sodexo SA
• Carrefour
• Franprix
• Central Group
• Galeries Lafayette
• Crate & Barrel
• AccorHotels
• Others

Key Target Audience

• Market Players
• Investors
• End-users
• Government Authorities 
• Consulting And Research Firm
• Venture capitalists
• Value-Added Resellers (VARs)

Recent Developments

• In June 2024, global hotel leader Accor, an Official Premium Sponsor of Paris 2024, unveiled its marketing campaign for the 2024 Summer Olympics in Paris.  

Market Segment

This study forecasts revenue at France, regional, and country levels from 2020 to 2033. Spherical Insights has segmented the France Culinary Tourism Market based on the below-mentioned segments:

France Culinary Tourism Market, By Activity

• Culinary Trails
• Cooking Classes

France Culinary Tourism Market, By Mode of Booking

• Online Travel Agents
• Traditional Agents
• Direct Booking