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After the Marseillais in Ibiza, the Marseillais in Miami, ... find the Marseillais in Limoges! The next trendy destination, Limoges is establishing itself as the ideal place for exploring minds looking to escape! With the opening of a new direct line between Marseille and Limoges from April 3, 2024, #DestinationLimoges promises you a surprising stay. Discover our suggestions for a stay in this UNESCO Creative City and its surroundings, organize your getaway far from the summer excitement of the Mediterranean Coast.
Our ideas for a stay in the heart of the porcelain capital
From 3th April and until 23th October, 2024, Ryanair opens a new line between Limoges and Marseille.
The flights offered are Wednesdays and Sundays, allowing you to discover our creative city and its surroundings for a tourist trip or a business trip.
Duration:
Marseille – Limoges
- Wed: 14:25 p.m.-15:35 p.m.
- Sun: 6:55 a.m.-8:05 a.m.
Limoges – Marseille
- Wed: 16:00 p.m. – 17:10 p.m.
- Sun: 08:30 a.m.-09:40 a.m.
The Limougeaud city break!
Day 1 – Wednesday
Discover the essence of Limoges as soon as you arrive, its emblematic districts and monuments, between history and modernity!
Visit our historic districts, picturesque Butcher's district to the living City. Don't miss the emblematic monuments such as the Limoges Bénédictins train station, voted the most beautiful station in France and the St. Stephen's Cathedral, a historic monument with an exceptional Renaissance rood screen, one of the masterpieces of this church. Explore secret places just waiting to be discovered, like the Court of the Temple, Place Barreyrette, etc.
Day 2 – Thursday
Immerse yourself in the heart of the culture and know-how of Limoges during an enriching day.
With Smart Limoges Pass, explore iconic sites such as the Adrien Dubouché National Museum, Resistance Museum, le Museum of Fine Arts, the Four des Casseaux Museum … But also porcelain factories! Also enjoy visits for a total immersion in the history and crafts of the city with our tour guides city of Art and History, Anne, Anne-Claire, Eric and Aurélien.
Day 3 - Friday
Marseillais looking for adventure?
Choose the Smart Limoges Pass and experience a multitude ofsports and games with family, friends, or alone! Challenge yourself with Target Experience, climb with Climb Up, dive into the adventure Aquapolis, exploreAquarium du Limousin and meet the animals at Reynou Zoological Park.
Day 4 - Saturday
For a perfect end to your stay, go for a gourmet getaway to Limoges!
Discover local flavors at Limoges Central Halls, with their delicacies like rillettes, crispy crickets and galetous, typical savory pancakes. For an authentic experience, savor the famous “Panazo”, a Limouzi pastis in Central Distillery Museum.
Do you want more ? Discover green living!
For a total immersion in the beauty and diversity of Limoges and its surroundings, opt for an extended stay of one week, from Wednesday to Wednesday or Sunday to Sunday. In addition to the charms of the city of Limoges, include the region's hidden treasures on your itinerary.
Enrich your experience by discovering, just 1h30 from Limoges, 100% Nature destinations like the Millevaches Regional Natural Park (PNR) in Limousin or PNR Périgord Limousin, where it is possible to discover the richness of the regional fauna and flora.
If you miss your beautiful Mediterranean, let yourself be tempted by our little local Eldorado, the Vassivière lake, which offers you plenty of opportunities to cool off, soak up the sun and relax. A little closer to the Limousin capital, the Lake of Saint-Pardoux is also a good spot for swimming and adventures.
Then, set off to discover the hidden treasures of the Creuse andAubusson : to the International Tapestry City, traditional craftsmanship and history meet harmoniously around this know-how recognized as the intangible cultural heritage of humanity by UNESCO. Don't miss the “L'imaginaire” exhibition, which depicts on tapestries mythical scenes from the masterpieces of the famous Hayao Miyazaki (until December 31, 2024).
And if you feel like continuing your journey to the heart of France, discover the many jewels of the region: the red sandstone city in Collonge-la-Rouge or the gentleness of the banks of the village ofsilver en the Corrèze , the mysterious Lascaux cave en Dordogne, or Brantôme, the pretty green Venice of Périgord, for epicureans, the rich terroir of Cognac, a major producer of the precious liquid, and many others…
This extended stay promises you an adventure rich in discoveries, offering an extraordinary getaway in the heart of authentic France.
Need help choosing your dates?
Don't know when to come? Give yourself the opportunity to experience our flagship events: festive, sporting, gourmet or cultural, there is something for everyone all year round. We give you our list of little favorites!
Don’t miss our cultural and festive events this summer…
- June 21-23 – Reading in Limoges, Book Fair
- June 14-16 – the Festival of Bridges, water and land activities, fireworks
- June 27-30 – Urbaka, street arts festival
- June 29-Sep 1 – 23rd International Pastel Festival in Feytiat
- July 11-14 – Brive Festival and its beautiful musical headliners
- July 16-20 – 1001 Notes the classical music festival, not so classical!
and more at the end of the year!
- September 21-22 – European Heritage Days
- Sept 25-Oct 5 – Les Zébrures d’Automne – Festival of Francophonies from writing to the stage, international French-speaking theater and performing arts festival
- Sept 28-Oct 6 – International Exhibition of Caricature, Press Cartoons and Humor from Saint-Just-le-Martel
- Oct 18 – The Frairie des Petits Ventres, a traditional & ultra-friendly gastronomic celebration that will delight your taste buds.
Experience the electric atmosphere of a CSP basketball match
All year round (except summer)
The CSP Limoges is a renowned French basketball club, with a history marked by 11 national championship titles and a Euroleague victory in 1993. Based in Limoges, it enjoys fervent support from its supporters and creates a unique atmosphere at Beaublanc Sports Palace during his home matches. A unique sporting experience not to be missed!
+ information on our events
Dates, practical information, reservations, …all the information you need to know to be able to participate in our festive events!
And our most beautiful exhibitions…
Pratical information
- Transportation between the airport and city center :
- TAXI – transfers between the station and Limoges airport by taxi are offered at a fixed price: €30 during the day and €40 in the evening 7 days a week. This fare can be shared by four people and at least one taxi will be available at each site depending on international flight schedules.
- BUS – Line 26 “Pl. W. Churchill <> Peyrilhac Banèche”: €1,40 per 1-trip ticket, find them online schedules
- Car rental at Limoges airport: You have the choice between several car rental companies, including Hertz, bugs, Enterprise, Reviews, for total freedom of movement during your stay in Limoges and its surroundings.
- Convenient accommodation near the airport: The Citotel Les Alizés hotel is close to the airport, making it a convenient choice, especially for Sunday morning flights.
Prepare your trip
Discover the key elements to properly prepare your trip to Limoges: accommodation, restaurants, the good plan to visit Limoges at a very reasonable price with the Limoges Malin Pass and means of transport on site.
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