The Lorient Christmas market in the Morbihan takes place in the city center throughout the month of December 2024. For the end-of-year celebrations, it is adorned with a thousand lights with magical decorations, with a large Christmas tree, numerous chalets; He is best known in the region for the installation of his immense ice rink…
During a good part of the month of December, the Lorient Christmas market settles on the place Alsace Lorraine. Is the choice of the place a pure coincidence or a nod to the region of France which has the origin of the Christmas markets? Regardless, the fact remains that it is in Strasbourg in Bas-Rhin and Metz in Moselle that the Christmas markets remain the most traditional and authentic, recalling their history.
THE Christmas markets appeared in the Middle Ages, under Germanic domination, at the time. They were called the christkindelsmärik (baby Jesus market) ! They were an opportunity for residents to obtain specific products for the celebration of the nativity. Christmas markets were located only in Central Europe: in Germany, Austria, Switzerland and the East of France: in Alsace, Lorraine and in certain communes of Franche-Comté.
The Strasbourg Christmas market has existed since 1570; for a long time he was the only one in France. Even today, it begins on the first Saturday of Advent and ends on the evening of December 24. Strasbourg is considered to be the capital of Christmas.
The Lorient Christmas market is perhaps the one in Brittany which is closest to the Germanic tradition? Discover his program:
The historic city center of Lorient is transformed into a real Christmas village, centered around Place Alsace Lorraine, Place Aristide Briand and Rue du Port. Along the illuminated quays, traditional Breton entertainment mixes with Christmas festivities, creating a warm atmosphere that radiates to the neighboring towns of Lanester and Ploemeur…
The wooden chalets of the Christmas market extend to the Enclos du Port, because the Lorient Christmas market is a good way to discover local crafts with its handmade objects, as well as its organic and local products: jewelry, ceramics, numerous decorations, wreaths of dried flowers, etc. Everything is anticipated so that visitors can find gifts for all family and friends to place under the Christmas tree, or simply to enjoy a good pancake, a hot drink or any other treat…
Putting on your ice skates and going to enjoy the ice rink with young and old is also a godsend for this Christmas market! The ice rink is an artificial structure of 270 m2 installed at Place Alsace Lorraine, in the center of the chalets. While in December 2021, it had posted 7,000 entries, Christmas 2023 had recorded a decline in participation with only 3,300 entries. The organizers are waiting and encouraging enthusiasts and the curious to join them for this Christmas 2024…
Further down the town it is the funfair who will be waiting for the public. She will stand from Saturday December 14, 2024 to Sunday January 12, 2025 around Jules Ferry Park, on Place Louis Glotin and on Place de l'Hôtel de Ville. The stands and attractions will be open every day from 2 p.m. to 11 p.m.: palace of laughter; thrill rides for teenagers and adults; chichis and toffee apples; duck fishing and rides for little ones…
PRACTICAL INFORMATION
The Lorient Christmas market – Place Alsace Lorraine in Lorient (56)
Contact: 02 40 84 32 32 and/or [email protected]
For more information, consult the website, particularly regarding dates for horseback riding.
A guide to winter festivities allows you to discover the magic of the holidays in Lorient: from traditional markets to festive illuminations, it accompanies the visitor in exploring the end of year celebrations in the port city…
