Toulouse at Christmas, we love it and you too!

The end of the year celebrations, a long-awaited moment and subject to so many questions: where to wake up? What to cook if you are entertaining? Where to find good economical products? What gifts to give to children? Look no further: Toulouse has everything to satisfy you! The " Pink City " remains true to its reputation as a dynamic, cheerful and gourmet city. The Christmas market and the many farmers markets and craft, you have a multitude of authentic products made with love to delight the eyes and taste buds of young and old. And all this without straining your wallet! Discover extraordinary gift ideas, based on unique know-how. Follow the guide for a visit full of surprises!

Note: This year, the health pass is required to access several Christmas events

Photo introduction © Thomas Despeyroux / unsplash

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THE CENTRAL PLACE OF THE CAPITOLE: THE CHRISTMAS MARKET

In the famous Toulouse Christmas market (or “ Christmas Village ”), artisans from the Occitanie region come to offer you their products. When it comes to gastronomy, there is something for everyone: island spices, chocolates, homemade nougatine and caramels , typical products from different terroirs, local or more distant products ( aligot , sausages and cured hams, sauerkraut , wine and hot chestnuts ), without forgetting the many cheeses, wines and sweet wines.

Many exhibitors also offer fast food stands: you can taste typical dishes from all over the world: Canada, Venezuela, Tibet but also flavors closer to our daily meals (sandwiches, hamburgers, spaetzle, fries, soups, etc. potatoes). “The pleasures of the mouth, that's not all! » You will say to me, even in the land of gastronomy.

Do not worry, decorative objects but also jewelry , clothing , accessories and other entertainment will be presented to you. It's difficult to list them all, more than 120 exhibitors are impatiently waiting for you at Place du Capitole, on 5000m2 ! They are already present since the end of November and will welcome you until Wednesday, December 26.

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Note that the chalets are open every day from 10:30 a.m. to 8:30 p.m. with an extension until 10 p.m. on Fridays and Saturdays. Come and enjoy the warm atmosphere on the mythical Place du Capitole illuminated for more magic! On the way, stop at the association chalet which hosts different ones every day (The Red Cross, Guide dog, The Order of Malta, etc.).

You will be able to taste the pleasures of ice skating, because it is the big comeback of the skating rink, which is also taking place on Place du Capitole. 200m2 of frozen carpet, the latest technology for moments of gliding without being too greedy in energy ... 5 euros for 45 minutes of frosted pleasure! Easy to find the ice rink which is next to the colorful little train.

T he Christmas magic continues for those who still believe in Santa Claus: go to "Santa's Village" in the square Charles de Gaulle, next to the metro stop: smaller will be able to listen to fairy tales, climb the Christmas tree, have their picture taken with Santa Claus, take a ride on the merry -go-round and of course write their letter to Santa Claus! Invite the children to hang their wishes on the tree! Original animations have also been concocted by the elves and all this is free!

To find out more about Christmas events in Toulouse (FR) and in the different neighborhoods, visit this page of the Toulouse City Hall website.

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THE OTHER CHRISTMAS MARKETS in Toulouse

Of course, as curious and gourmands, you will also appreciate the unmissable Toulouse markets present all year round: a 5-minute walk near the Capitol, discover the large Victor Hugo market.

Visit the organic market, from Tuesday to Saturday morning, moved to rue Alsace-Lorraine. And if you decide to push your investigations a little further in pursuit of the " good deal ", go to the artisanal and solidarity market of allées Jules Guesdes (metro and tram stop " Palais de Justice ") or visit another market history of Toulouse, the Carmelite market.

If you dare to get lost in the small streets of the city center, you will surely come face to face with the creative markets of Place des Carmes, Saint-Pierre, Estrapade, d'Empalot or even Place Bories. As you will have understood, there are a plethora of possibilities to garnish your New Year's Eve table, especially as young designers are once again very present: 63 of them already occupy 4 chalets in the " Village". Christmas ”.

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Do not miss the countless illuminations that Toulouse is adorned with! The entire city center will be illuminated until January 14: the “ luminous ceiling ” of rue Alsace-Lorraine, the decorations located at Place Wilson and Place des Carmes, places Saint-Georges, Saint-Antoine du T. and Boulbonne, all in the historic city center, will delight your eyes and amaze the little ones!

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LITTLE TOUR OF ARTISANS IN CARMELINES

Toulouse is full of new creative places this year: visit the many ephemeral shops, such as the one located in Les Carmes (14, Grand Rue Nazareth) where young designers of lighting (lamps, garlands for the tree), decorative objects (dream catchers), scented candles, clothes, accessories (bags) and jewelry welcome you until December 21 and will be delighted to introduce you to their handmade, colorful and original products in a warm atmosphere.

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The Carmelite quarter , one of the oldest in Toulouse, has retained all of its charm. It is full of architectural treasures and unique little shops.

Find out more:

• The Christmas market on Place du Capitole is located near the "Capitole" metro stop (Line A), the "Jean Jaurès" stop (Lines A and B) or the "Jeanne d'Arc" stop (Line B).
• It is accessible to people with reduced mobility and play areas are placed just nearby to entertain children (Place du Capitole and Square Charles-de-Gaulle).

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