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With 600 visitors last year, the Limoges Christmas market is an unmissable event for young and old! Come and enjoy the gourmet chalets on Place de la République and Place de la Motte, twirl around the indoor roller skating rink, admire the projections on the Basilica of Saint-Michel-des-Lions and don't forget to meet Santa Claus!
Festive entertainment
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 Porkwool ! To Limoges, Christmas is not just a celebration, it is the event that makes the city vibrate throughout the month of December.
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Republic Square
The artisanal and gourmet Christmas market, the toboggan and rollerblading track
The unmissable square in Limoges is dressed in its festive mantle by welcoming around sixty gourmet chalets, know-how and gift ideas, a giant toboggan run et free rollerblading.
From Nov. 29 to Dec. 29
11am to 20pm > Sun to Thu.
11 a.m. to 21:30 p.m. > Fri. and Sat.
11am to 18pm > Tue 24 Dec
15 p.m. to 20 p.m. > Wed. Dec. 25
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Republic Square
Santa's Chalet
Children will be able to meet Santa in his chalet, take a photo with him and drop off their letter… Don’t miss out either the show “Santa’s Sleigh” accompanied by his reindeer December 23, from 17 p.m. to 19 p.m.
From Nov. 29 to Dec. 20: 15:30 p.m. to 19:30 p.m. > Fridays
14 p.m. to 19:30 p.m. > Wednesdays, Saturdays and Sundays
From Dec. 21 to Dec. 24: 14 p.m. to 19:30 p.m. > every day
Closing at 18 p.m. on Tuesday, December 24.
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Place de la Motte
The gourmet Christmas market and the Sapin carousel
It front of Halles Centrales, Treat yourself to the village of gourmet chalets and take a family tour in the Christmas tree ride!
Nov. 29 – Dec. 29 (cottages), Nov. 29 – Jan 6, 2025 (Christmas tree ride - €4)
11am to 20pm > Sun to Thu.
11 a.m. to 21:30 p.m. > Fri. and Sat.
11am to 18pm > Tue 24 Dec
15 p.m. to 20 p.m. > Wed. Dec. 25
14 p.m. to 20 p.m. > Wednesday, January 1 (only the Christmas tree ride)
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On the different sites of the Christmas village
Olaf, strolls and shows
In the village and in the heart of the pedestrian city center, a dozen shows, strolls and entertainment Free will punctuate the entire month of December. You may come across Olaf, the mascot snowman, walking around the market.
Olaf
Sat. Nov. 30 and Dec. 7, 14, 21 from 15 a.m. to 18 p.m.
Wed. Dec 4, 11, 18, la. 23, sam. 28 dec. 16 a.m. to 18 p.m.
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Saint-Michel des Lions Square
The sound and light show
Just behind the Place de la Motte, come and experience every evening the magical sound and light show “Secrets of a Winter Night”, projected this year on the majestic façade of the Basilica of Saint-Michel des Lions, after having illuminated that of the church of Saint-Pierre in previous years. This video mapping was created by the company Enluminures.
From Nov. 29 to Dec. 29
18 p.m. to 21:30 p.m. Every 10 min.
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Place Saint-Etienne, facing the Cathedral
The market of local artisans and producers
From 13 to 23 December, Place Saint-Étienne, find the farmers market organized by the Chamber of Trades and Crafts and that of Agriculture. A hundred local artisans and producers will be there to help you discover unique creations, original gift ideas and delicious local products.
Dec 13 > Dec 23
10 a.m. to 19 p.m.
Closing at 20 p.m. on Friday and Saturday evenings
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Verdurier Pavilion
Christmas shop
Under the vault of the Pavillon du Verdurier, come and meet almost 25 local artisans and producers and find unique creations and authentic treasures for gifts with heart!
Nov 29 > Jan 4
10 p.m. to 30 p.m.
Closed on Dec 25 and Jan 1, 2025
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July Field
The Tivoli
From December 7 and for a little month,at the funfair is making its grand return to the Champ de Juillet. On the program: candy apples, churros, carousel, ghost train…
From 7 Dec. to 5 Jan 2025
During school period: 13:30 p.m. to 21 p.m. > Sun. to Thu.
During the school holidays : 13:30 p.m. to 22 p.m. > Sun. to Thu., 13:30 p.m. to 23 p.m. > Fri. and Sat.
Fireworks Sat. Dec. 14 at 21 p.m.
A few photos to put stars in your eyes…
Other Christmas markets and pop-up shops
Fun and cultural activities
Guided tours and workshops in the city of Art and History
Atelier porcelaine 8-14 ans : guirlande de porcelaine
Visite guidée des Souterrains aux Chandelles – Limoges
Visite guidée des Souterrains aux Chandelles – Limoges
Visite guidée des Souterrains aux Chandelles – Limoges
Atelier porcelaine 8-14 ans : guirlande de porcelaine
Visite guidée des Souterrains aux Chandelles – Limoges
Visite guidée des Souterrains aux Chandelles – Limoges
Visite guidée des Souterrains aux Chandelles – Limoges
“A vous de jouer ” : jeux de societé et contes à l’Office de Tourisme
Atelier porcelaine 8-14 ans : guirlande de porcelaine
The Christmas Calendar
Concert de Noël aux Chandelles – Festival 1001 Notes
Train du Père Noël – Autorail : Limoges – Eymoutiers
Cours de cuisine : le foie gras dans tous ses états – Limoges
Visite guidée des Souterrains aux Chandelles – Limoges
Gift ideas
Your gifts at the tourist office shop!
Are you looking for cool gift ideas? Visit our shop! We offer products for all tastes: souvenirs stamped Limoges, porcelain, decoration and craft creations, local specialties from our region, stationery and bookstore area, games for children… It's up to you to compose your own batch or gourmet basket with lots of regional products and porcelain. This way to shopping!
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Your stay in Limoges
Limoges, the perfect city break
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 revelry, culture, gourmandise, 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 the end of the year. With friends or family, treat yourself to a perfect balance between tradition and modernity, between city and nature, between the French art of living and the limousine. So this year in December, dare to experience a festive and magical trip!
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