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Limoges is located in the department of Haute Vienne (87), in the region New Aquitaine, in the center-west of France.

Limoges is accessible by various means of transport:

• By car
  • from Paris via the A20: 3h45
  • from Bordeaux: 2 hours 40 minutes
  • from Lyon via the A89: 3h50
  • from Toulouse via the A20: 2h45
• By train via Limoges-Bénédictins station
  • from Paris: 3h15
  • from Bordeaux: 2 hours 15 minutes
  • from Toulouse: 3h20

• By bus via the Ciel Bénédictins bus station
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• By plane via Limoges Bellegarde International Airport
  • Direct lines: Lyon – Marseille – London & UK – Marrakech

More information on our page: How to get to Limoges?

This page brings together all the practical information to help you park in the city center of Limoges.

Parking in Limoges

You can consult and download our brochures and maps directly online or collect them in paper version from the Tourist Office. Shop Hours

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The Tourist Office's opening hours vary depending on the season; we invite you to consult our contact page for our current opening hours.
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Here are some examples of shops where you can find typical souvenirs from Limoges :

• At the Limoges Tourist Office shop : magnets, pens, postcards, posters, books, local specialties, porcelain and much more.
• At the Anaïs's shop : magnets, mugs, stuffed animals and other nice little items.
• At Transhirt : a shop specializing in textile printing to leave with a personalized souvenir on a t-shirt, bag or other (example: a t-shirt with the Limoges train station printed).

Find even more ideas for souvenir shops on this page: Merchants' plan

The Office de Tourism Limoges Metropolis commits for un home accessible à all. On this page, you will find information and leisure offers adapted to all forms of disability (hearing, mental, motor and visual) so that you can have a pleasant stay.

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There are many emblematic places in Limoges, don't miss:

• The Benedictine Station : Our local Eiffel Tower, ranked among the most beautiful stations in the world​
  
• The Butcher's Quarter : historic Bouchers district with picturesque alleys and half-timbered houses.
• The Cité district : Picturesque, peaceful neighborhood with St. Stephen's Cathedral and the Bishop's Gardens
• The edges of Vienna with its 2 medieval bridges: An ideal natural space for walking and recharging your batteries.
• Museums and cultural sites : the Adrien Dubouché National Porcelain Museum, the Casseaux kiln, the Bernardaud foundation…

To discover all our must-haves

It exists 3 2-hour walking routes approximately to discover the city: Upper Town route, City at the Station route, Ceramics route.

• View routes online
• The brochure “Along the city” in digital format

Yes, carefully sure ! All the year, our guides Ville of Art et of History you offer opportunities, Annual themes for discover Limoges otherwise. Among The must-haves:

• Le Basement de la Rule : a diving under la city
• La Crypt Holy-Martial : un journey au the heart du Limoges Medieval
• Limoges en 87 minutes : the essential opportunities, neighborhoods tours en un clin look
• La races opportunities, Benedictines : jewel architectural et emblem de la city

Reservation and payment are required in advance of the visit online or directly at the tourist office.

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Yes, consider the Limoges Smart Pass! It allows you to visit the tourist sites of Limoges while saving money. Available in 24h, 48h, 3 days or year-round, it adapts to all your desires for discovery.

More info on the Pass Limoges Malin page

Send an bowl of air? Limoges ne lack to of parks for to stroll ou se loosen.  In the center of Limoges: The jgardens de the Bishopric, le Park Victor Thuillat, the jgarden de the Auzette, The edges de Vienna for a break by the water. 

A little further : The parks de the Aurence, the Parc du Mill Pinard, the parc du But Jambost, Lake Uzurat

For a walk in the forest, the Bastide wood, the Vaseix forest. 

• Our parks and gardens
• Our hikes

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“Capital of the fire arts”, Limoges is renowned throughout the world as the basin of porcelain, its exceptional know-how, its basketball team, its beautiful train station and its Limousin meat.

Don't miss: 

• Its porcelain: Limoges is THE city of porcelain! Since the discovery of deposits of raw material in the region (kaolin) near Limoges in the 18th century, the city became a major center for the production of very fine porcelain, internationally recognized for its whiteness, its translucency and the diversity of its decorations.
• His fire arts: Nicknamed “Capital of Arts and Fire,” Limoges is renowned for its expertise in enamel, stained glass, and leather, and is home to world-renowned luxury brands. It is notably classified as a ***UNESCO Creative City.***
• His basketball team Limoges is known for its basketball team and its festive atmosphere at the Palais des Sports Beaublanc during matches. It is the second-largest French team sports club with the greatest European record, with 2 European trophies and 5 French championship titles.
• Its Benedictine station: Emblem and pride of the Limoges people, it regularly ranks as one of the most beautiful stations in the world. An architectural masterpiece of Art Deco, it has even appeared in some films.
• Its Limousin meat: Limousin beef, a rustic breed of cattle, is distinguished by its tenderness and finely marbled flavor. The first meat in France to be awarded a Label Rouge, Blason Prestige Limousin beef was notably voted in 2004 as the best choice in terms of Label Rouge beef by UFC Que Choisir.

The inhabitants of Limoges are called the people of Limoges.

Some of our specialties to whet your appetite:

• Chestnut black pudding : A typical Limoges specialty, a must-try during the Brotherhood of Little Bellies, a local feast held annually in October. The combination of these earthy and slightly sweet flavors results in a product that is both delicious and comforting, perfect for lovers of authentic cuisine.
• The Flognarde : A clafoutis with anything but cherries! It's made especially in the fall with apples or pears.
• Potato pie : A soft and crispy pie filled with potatoes and meat, a local must-try at the market counters
• The Galetou : A thin buckwheat pancake, which is rolled with rillettes or crickets (or according to your desires) to be enjoyed as a starter or as an aperitif.

Discover our Limousin specialties

Check out our regularly updated calendar, where you'll find all the events not to be missed: exhibitions, festivals, guided tours, shows, workshops, and much more…
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All the year, Limoges vibrates au rythme de festivals, holidays Popular et appointmentyou cultural. Here is a few time - à to note in your diary :

• The Cavalcade (March): Grand carnival with parade of floats, marching bands et dancers
• The bridge festival : Water and land activities, funfair and fireworks
• The Urbaka Festival (June): Street arts, outdoor performances.
• The 1001 Notes Festival (July): Classical music, concerts by young talents.
• Autumn Zebra Stripes (September): International French-speaking festival with theater, dance and music.
• Frairie des Petits Ventes (October): Gourmet festival and local specialties.
• The Éclats d’Émail Jazz Festival (November): Jazz festival, concerts in town.
• Hats and Porcelain (November): Gastronomy and porcelain, workshops and tastings.
• Christmas in Limoges (December): Christmas markets, illuminations and entertainment.
  and many other surprises throughout the year!

Find all our highlights

Yes! En opportunities, great time strong, Limoges offers also opportunities, appointmentyou monthly à ne to miss :

• The Fleas of the City each 2ᵉ Sunday du month to rummage in this gall the market French studs in le quartier history of the City.
• The Halles Night Openings every 2nd Friday evening (from April to October) for to eat, to drink un et enjoy by atmosphere friendly at the central market halls

Find all our events on our calendar en line

Expression “to be fired” goes back to the First World War. At that time, officers deemed ineffective were sent to cities far from the front, such as Limoges, to be discreetly removed without official sanction. Since then, the term has come to mean being forcibly removed from one's post, often because one is considered incompetent or unsuitable for the job.

But being “fired” for real while spending a few days in Limoges is a pretty good idea, we assure you! its listed heritage, its museums, its porcelain world famous, its local specialties et its corners of nature, it’s the perfect destination to recharge your batteries (We don’t say that because it’s our home…)

10 good reasons to come to Limoges

Limoges was founded by the Romans in 10 BC, near a ford. They called it Augustoritum, which means “Augustus' Ford”, in honor of the emperor. Later, the city took the name of Limoges, in reference to the Lemovices, a Gallic people who came from Central Europe and settled in the region. In Roman times, the city had a large amphitheater, several thermal baths, a forum (a large square for popular assemblies), and rich residences.

• At the Adrien Dubouché National Museum
  To discover the history and manufacturing methods of Limoges porcelain and admire pieces from the four corners of the world classified chronologically from Antiquity to the present day within the largest public collection of Limoges porcelain in the worldWith its 18 000 parts.

• At the Casseaux Oven Museum
  to admire the spectacular porcelain kiln class Historical Monument and delve into the history of manufacturing through techniques and working memory.

• At the Bernardaud Foundation
  For a guided tour of the old workshops, discover all the stages of manufacturing, from raw materials to finished products, enjoy the permanent and temporary exhibitions (including services used by the world's finest restaurants) and take a tour of the factory store.

Learn more about porcelain

To observe porcelain artisans work, participate in a 30-minute guided tour:

• At the Arquié Workshops in Limoges on Mondays and Fridays at 11 a.m. or Wednesdays at 14 p.m.
• At the Carpenet factory in Saint-Léonard-de-Noblat throughout the year. (See visiting hours)

Limoges is world-famous for its porcelain. And why? It all began in the 18th century with the discovery of kaolin, a precious clay used to make this famous material. Since then, Limoges has built a solid reputation thanks to 250 years of artisanal know-how, 100% local production, and an official label: the Geographical Indication “Limoges Porcelain”, a guarantee of authenticity and quality.

In Limoges, of course! Treat yourself to a lovely porcelain souvenir in one of the city's many shops. Factory outlets, pretty boutiques in the city center or designer workshops : you have the choice. White, colored, downgraded or luxury porcelain…there is something for all tastes and desires.

Discover the list of stores