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In the heart of our beautiful France, have you ever thought about settling down in Limoges? A destination that embodies the French art of living in all four seasons! Festive, gourmet, natural, vibrant and full of treasures… We give you 10 good reasons to discover this City of Art and History, recognized within the UNESCO Creative Cities Network – for its essential skills such as its famous Porcelain – and the lovely countryside atmosphere of its Limousin region.
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Take a city break in Limoges, City of Art and History
City of monuments et historic districts emblematic: its Limoges Bénédictins station among the most beautiful stations in France, its Cathedral City district, surrounded by bishopric gardens Central halls close to the Butcher's district in the heart of the Upper Town… The 2nd largest urban center in Nouvelle-Aquitaine after Bordeaux has plenty to surprise you!
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Limoges porcelain: all about subtlety…
When you think of Limoges, you inevitably think of porcelain! It has been renowned throughout the world for its brilliant whiteness, its fineness, its translucency since the 19th century. Immerse yourself in its history at Adrien Dubouché National Museum which ranks in the top 20 of French museums recognized by the Michelin Guide… alongside the Louvre!
You can also find it at Casseaux Kiln Museum, Bernardaud Foundation and when company visits andporcelain workshops.
To leave with a precious memory, plan a session shopping in the city, about factory outlets or at the tourist office shop of course !
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Highlights and festive times all year round
Something for every taste and budget, with festivals Classical, contemporary, and jazz music… street art festivals, circus festivals… festivals in the countryside… Among the must-sees: Urbaka, 1001 Notes and Eclats d'émail Jazz Festival. Or go to theLimoges Opera, a beautiful classic, lyrical and sometimes offbeat program. The destination offers plenty of friendly moments and places where it is good to spend time together.
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100% gourmet & 100% limousine experiences
You will be spoiled for choice among hundreds of restaurants limougeauds, while the Central hallsThe famous "Belly of Limoges" will also offer you a delicious experience, whether at the counters or on the terraces! Just steps from this covered market, try some local specialties. At Alphonse's or enjoy tea time at tea Room Le Consulat in the Temple Courtyard, in porcelain cups. We also discover the gourmet Limousin region via its small roads that lead to the villages and typical markets.
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A territory steeped in history
A discover throughout the Richard the Lionheart Route through its medieval sites and villages, or in the footsteps of the Second World War in Limoges Resistance Museum or during a visit to the Martyr village of Oradour-sur-Glane and its Memorial Centre.
Another experience at the top of the Mount Gargan, a path to follow to this high place in the history of the Limousin resistance.
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For Arty Spirits
Is Art your soul mate? Here are the good addresses by mi museums, art centers et galleries : the Museum of Fine Arts of Limoges, the Museum of Outsider and Naïve Art Cécile Sabourdy, International Center for Art and Landscape in Vassivière, the Museum of Contemporary Art of Rochechouart...
For art lovers of the highest order loan at most Contemporaneous, There is something for every taste !
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Enjoy Spring naturally
Outdoor destination where you can enjoy the scenery, hiking galore, fishing, cycling trips… Also consider our ways of Saint-Jacques de Compostelle. Limoges is also nature in the city with parks, gardens and the edges of Vienna. Just come and breathe in a big lungful of fresh air!
Bathed in greenery and tranquility, the countryside vacation will surely charm you: visit the Limousin Mountains, the Millevaches plateau, and the heart of our forests…
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A summer of splashing around, festivals and gourmet markets
Spots of swimming in the spirit of nature with the Lake of Saint-Pardoux and the Lake of Vassivière, with the bonus of nautical activities for entertainment such as boating, paddle, canoeing, wakeboarding, etc. Also enjoy summer festivals Enjoy a variety of options and soak up the convivial atmosphere on terraces in Limoges, at establishments with a unique spirit. tavern and on the occasion of farmers markets premises in the countryside.
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In the autumn, eat apples! But not only apples…
A feast with apples, chestnuts, our famous beef… In autumn, the season is delicious in Limousin!
A must-see: a visit to the Frairie des Petits Ventes in October, a big festival in the heart of the historic butchery district in Limoges. It's also the season of a thousand colors, the limousine nature offers breathtaking paintings of gold, brown, red and orange foliage.
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For a sparkling and cocooning Winter
In December, come to Limoges for the experience of giant Christmas market who invades the city of revelry A whole month: gourmet and craft markets, toboggan run and street performances, not forgetting the traditional mulled wine to enjoy at the Christmas market in Place de la République…
Another suggestion for warming up and getting together: Treat yourself to an "off-piste" holiday and gather your whole tribe in one of our charming cottages by the fire.
And even more inspiration…
For the most skeptical, the destination lovers, those who think they've done it all, and all the curious, we've put together a list where you won't be bored. And what's more, maybe you'll have the perfect vacation! For the people of Limoges, how many of the "things to do" have you already done?
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