Le Voyage en hiver - Winter Journey in Nantes
Visitors explore a citywide discovery trail that brings together brand-new art installations, illuminations, musical performances, and choir singing. The trail features a traditional Christmas market alongside L'Autre Marché, merry-go-rounds, and children's workshops. It also incorporates animations by local shopkeepers and programming at major landmarks such as the Château des ducs de Bretagne and Les Machines de l'île.
What to Expect
Artworks, illuminations, musical performances, and holiday markets across Nantes.
Event Details
Ages
All ages
Organizer
Le Voyage à Nantes
Food & Drink
Gastronomy is part of the program, alongside the traditional Christmas market and L’Autre Marché.
Local Insight & Ratings
Family Friendly
Best For
Families and visitors who enjoy festive city walks
Vibe
Artistic and festive
Energy Level
Moderate
Photo Friendly
High
Weather Sensitivity
High
Location
Know Before You Go
- Accessibility: An easy-to-understand audio presentation following FALC guidelines is available.
Tips & Advice
- Ask for the exclusive Vincent Olinet stickers at partner shops early in the season, because there are very few of them and they run out.
- Look for shimmering stickers or flags on city-centre shopfronts to find partner shops and hotels, which also hand out the Voyage en hiver programme.
- Book the Le Voyage en hiver guided tour through Le Voyage à Nantes ticketing if you want a guide, since it only runs from November 26 to December 30.
- Think about a Pass Nantes, from 24 hours to 7 days, which gets you into 50 activities free, including museums, guided tours and cruises.
- The visitor centre at 9 Rue des États is closed on December 25 and January 1, so pick up information on another day.
Special Events & Promotions
- Noël aux Nefs runs from December 19 to 27, 2026.
- Le Voyage en hiver guided tours run from November 26 to December 30, 2026 and are booked separately.
- While the event runs, partner shops and hotels give away exclusive stickers of Vincent Olinet's sculptures, in very limited numbers.
- La Chorale du Voyage and Noël au château take place at set moments during the season.
- The Pass Nantes is sold separately, from 24 hours to 7 days, and gives free entry to 50 activities.
Quick Actions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is there to see along the trail?
The trail runs right across the city. It combines new artworks about Nantes and its heritage with illuminations, exhibitions, music, food and a choir. You also get the traditional Christmas market, L'Autre Marché, decorated shop windows, the Passage Pommeraye, and the seasonal programme at the Château des ducs de Bretagne and Les Machines de l'île.
Is it good for children?
Yes. There are workshops for children, Santa's letterbox, Petite Maman Noël, and merry-go-rounds including Mon Manège éternel and Le Manège sapin.
How do I spot the partner shops and hotels?
Look for shimmering stickers or flags on shopfronts in the city centre. These shops and hotels hand out the Voyage en hiver programme, and while the event runs they also give away exclusive stickers of Vincent Olinet's sculptures.
Is there a guided tour?
Yes. A guided tour called Le Voyage en hiver runs from November 26 to December 30, 2026. You book it through Le Voyage à Nantes ticketing.
Is there a pass that covers attractions in the city?
The Pass Nantes lasts from 24 hours to 7 days and gives free entry to 50 activities, including museums, exhibitions, guided tours, cruises and tastings.
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