Celebrate Christmas in Limoges - Destination Limoges

Every year, Christmas is organized around activities for young and old alike! Come and enjoy the gourmet chalets on Place de la République and Place de la Motte, twirl on the indoor roller rink, admire the projections on the Saint-Pierre-du-Queyroix church without forgetting to meet Santa Claus!

City of Limoges

Christmas is reinventing itself in Limoges!

After visiting the cities of Strasbourg, Colmar and Mulhouse, known for their markets, decorations and illuminations of Holidays what would you say to discovering a new Destination this year? Direction Limoges to experience a journey of light in the land of Porcelain ! To Limoges, Christmas is not just a celebration, it is the event that makes the city vibrate throughout the month of December.

Are you in love with this magical and friendly month of the year? Prepare to experience a festive Christmas, where every street corner has a surprise in store for you and where porcelain is adorned with its most trendy outfit. Among the network of UNESCO Creative Cities, the city mixes festivity, culture, gluttony, know-how et Shopping, in an electric and light atmosphere.

A land that meets all desires, Limoges proves to be the perfect spot for a city break end of year with friends or family, offering you a perfect balance between tradition and modernity, between city and nature, between French art of living and limousine. So this year in December, dare to experience a festive and magical trip!

Pratical information

Opening of the market December 1 to 30, 2023

Opening hours for all sites:

from 11:00 a.m. to 20:00 p.m. Sunday to Thursday
from 11:00 a.m. to 21:30 p.m. Friday and Saturday

Le 24 December, closing at 18:00 p.m.

Le 25 December, opening of activities and some chalets from 15:00 p.m. to 20:00 p.m.

©Loic-Casadei

Festive spots to find in December

City of Limoges – Julien Dodinet

< class="iris-card__content__title" > Place de la République et rue Saint-Martial

The unmissable place in Limoges is dressed in its festive coat: 55 gourmet and know-how chalets, a giant sled and a real roller track. And we will be there!

PS: You might be lucky enough to be able to give your list directly to Santa Claus and why not take a photo!

©Loic-Casadei

< class="iris-card__content__title" > Place de la Motte

Opposite the Halles Centrales, a small Nordic village of 7 chalets has been set up, accompanied by its Sapin carousel which will appeal to young and old alike. Gourmet and lively evening guaranteed!

©OTI_Limoges_Mallory Laudouze

< class="iris-card__content__title" > Rue Jean Jaurès

On the main shopping street of Limoges, find 4 lively chalets with enchanting windows. The Limougeauds bears will be on stage throughout the month of December to the delight of your little ones.

©VDL – Thierry Laporte

< class="iris-card__content__title" > Place Saint-Pierre

Every evening, discover a luminous and magical open-air show on the facade of the Saint-Pierre de Queyroix Church. A colorful animation that goes beyond the boundaries of age and immerses you in the magical world of Christmas. Every day from 18:00 a.m. to 21:30 p.m.

< class="iris-card__content__title" > Champ de Juillet

Candy apple, churros, carousel, ghost train... The funfair is making a comeback this year on the Champ de Juillet every December. Whether you like thrills or sweet treats, this place will offer you a moment of conviviality and guaranteed laughs.

©City of Limoges-Laurent Lagarde

< class="iris-card__content__title" > Place Saint-Etienne, face à la Cathédrale

Around a hundred local artisans and producers who will offer you original pieces, unique gifts, regional delights and tastings of our local products on site. Experience the magic of Christmas at the “100% Artisans & Local Producers” market.