As the end of the holiday season approaches, Christmas markets flourish in Maine-et-Loire. We have selected three for you.
Local creators in Vieil-Baugé
From this Sunday, November 24, head to the Vieil-Baugé Christmas market (commune of Baugé-en-Anjou) to start shopping. Organized for the second time by the Coop1D association, at the head of the third place of the same name, it will bring together 25 exhibitors from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., at a place called Crève-Coeur. This is the event not to be missed to stock up on gift ideas and inaugurate the wooden chalet season! From jewelry to well-being products, including pottery, flowers and objects created from recycled materials, one thing is certain: the base of the tree will be filled with local gifts this year.
For something to eat, the crepes and pancakes from ça tourne pas rond will delight those who are hungry. The day will also be hosted by an accordionist and young and old will be able to enjoy XXL wooden games.
Magic in the troglosses in Doué-en-Anjou
The magic will be invited into the troglodyte cellars of the Doué-en-Anjou arenas during the Christmas market, Saturday December 7, from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m., and Sunday 8, from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. Ceramics, fretwork, leather goods, illustrations… 75 exhibitors will be on site to give you some ideas for Christmas gifts or festive meals. Because the food professions will not be forgotten and you will be able to fill your basket with chocolates, cheeses and cold meats, but also, more rarely, with fish from the Loire and ostrich meat.
The Foullon cellar will be designed based on the tale Nanouq and the Christmas Princess… As for entertainment, don't miss the Music'A Varennes and Mamz'elle Bee & the Toys concerts, the children's carousel, the craft activity stand and, of course, Santa's house for souvenir photos. Please note, reservation required online at https://boutique.ot-saumur.fr/billetteries-evenements/marche-de-noel-doue-en-anjou.
Living nativity scene in Cholet
It's a show not to be missed, every year, in Cholet: the living crèche sets up again at Place Rougé, from Friday December 13 to Sunday December 15, then from Friday December 20 to Monday December 23, from 6:30 p.m. This animation, performed by volunteers, is highlighted by a projection of colorful animations.
At the same time, the Place Travot Christmas market will take place from Friday December 6 to Tuesday December 31, with a mountain theme. Producers and creators will be there on Wednesday afternoons and weekends, as well as on December 23 and 24 for those who have not yet completed their gifts… Tartiflette, oysters and mulled wine will be enjoyed during the weekends .
Don't also miss the concerts, activities and treasure hunts for children, as well as the free carousel throughout the month! As for Santa Claus, he will organize his parade on Saturday December 21…
Photo credit: depending on choice: Serge Cousseau or Philippe Biraud
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