Visit of the Bordeaux Christmas Market

Are you looking for a magical place in Bordeaux, to taste the magic of the end of the year celebrations? All the month of December, meet at the Bordeaux Christmas Market ! Open from the November 28, it is installed on Quinconces Square until December 28, from 11 a.m. to 9,30 p.m. The Bordeaux Gironde Guide takes you on a stroll through its colorful alleys, full of smiles, mulled wine, cotton candy and children's laughter ...

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The largest Christmas market in the region

The Bordeaux Christmas Market is unveiled this year, for its 31th edition. Organized by the Association of Merchants and Craftsmen " La Ronde des Quartiers de Bordeaux ", it welcomes an average of 300,000 visitors each year over a hundred business stands, punctuated with various activities and catering outlets. In a warm and family atmosphere, people meet there to choose their gifts, have a drink with friends, go for a walk and have fun with the children or participate in many activities. It is a privileged place in the heart of the city, not to be missed if you are visiting Bordeaux during the end of the year celebrations!

Well-organized stands

150 stands await you, rigorously aligned and separated by a central alley, surrounded by a peripheral path. Everything is grouped together and well organized, there are artisans on one side and restaurateurs (drinks, food and sale of regional products) on the other. at one end of the market, the carousel of wooden horses at the opposite.

For your shopping, you will find many stands, with local objects, crafts, other exotic, original. This year, the focus is on local and French craftsmanship with 50% of Made in France stands. Perfumes, jewelry, kitchen utensils, soft toys, boxes of all colors, candles, soaps, jewelry ... Something to delight all desires, needs and all budgets.

If you want to take local products home, you will find recipes from all over France and around the world: Bordeaux products (cannelés ..), from the southwest (duck, pâtés, preserves), from all over France (Alsace, Brittany, Basque Country, Mediterranean) and specialties from around the world (Russians, Nordics, Asians, Orientals ...). To offer, bring home or treat yourself on the spot. Brewers, wine growers, and all traders in general, are cheerful and cheerful. You can taste the traditional and delicious waffles, churros, pancakes, with a good mulled wine or a tasty Christmas beer!

Entertainment for young and old

Many activities take place throughout the month of December at the Christmas Market. There is of course the unmissable star: Santa Claus, who is waiting for you for a photo. Near the pine forest there is also a very beautiful nativity scene. A large covered area for children is installed near the catering area. There you will find a ski simulator, a show of clowns, enchanting bears and a great treasure hunt. Check the timetables on the Christmas Market website. The good idea: To do your shopping, take a reusable shopping bag, avoid plastic bags!

Visit the Bordeaux Christmas Market website (fr) to find out all about the exhibitors, the opening hours and the many organized activities.

How and when to come to the Bordeaux Christmas Market?

Coming to the Bordeaux Christmas Market is very easy. On Quinconces Square is located in the city center, we recommend that you come by public transport, use the tram lines (and not your car, especially at this time of year):
- Line B, C and D, Quinconce stop
- You can also come to the Christmas Market by bus, liane 2, 3, 4, 5 (north) and 15, Tourny stop and you will be right next door!
- For sports enthusiasts, take a Vcub (self-service bicycle), and park at Quinconces, Place Tourny, Grand Théâtre or Grands Hommes station.

Bordeaux is a complex city to drive, especially if you are coming just for the day, but it is very easy to get around by public transport. It's economical, well regulated and accessible to the whole family, read our article to find out how to get around Bordeaux without a car.

Focus on the Carrousel de Monsieur Caramel

Did you know that the sumptuous carousel and its wooden horses, its old cars and its many animals, are installed on the Allées de Tourny all year round (and not just for the market)? Monsieur Caramel welcomes children and adults eager to relapse into childhood, with a big smile. The carousel is a true work of art, in place for almost 28 years and manufactured locally (in Le Teich, a town in the Bassin d'Arcachon). Fun in the purest tradition of wooden rides. Soft music, lively horses, spinning cradles ... a moment of nostalgia for adults and pure pleasure for children!

And around the Market?

After or before your stroll at the Christmas Market, do not miss La Rue Saint-Catherine, the largest pedestrianized shopping street in Bordeaux (and even in Europe, they say!) And its 1250m of shops and restaurants. Admire the magnificent National Opera and the Grand Hotel de Bordeaux, nearby.

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