Last updated: 11 November 2024
Make the most of the end-of-year festivities in Orleans with our practical holiday guide. Discover the events and activities that bring our Loire Valley city to life during this festive period.
From the traditional Christmas market on Place du Martroi to the illuminations along rue Jeanne d'Arc, Orleans adorns itself in its finest winter decorations. Wooden chalets line the central square, offering local crafts and regional specialties, while the Sainte-Croix Cathedral provides a majestic backdrop for concerts and activities that punctuate the holiday season in the historic center.
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Orleans Holiday Light Displays
Magical Christmas Carriage Ride
- What to Expect
- Christmas carriage ride through the city center with decorations.
- Description
- Take a ride through the beautifully decorated city center of Orléans in a Christmas carriage. This ride allows you to prolong the magic of the event for both children and adults.
- Where
- Orleans | More Info : Magical Christmas Carriage Ride
Orleans Holiday Markets and Shopping
Orleans Christmas Market
- What to Expect
- Immersion in Scandinavian traditions with decorated stalls and animations.
- Description
- The Orleans Christmas Market celebrates Scandinavian traditions with beautifully decorated stalls, animations, and activities for all ages.
- Where
- Orleans | More Info : Orleans Christmas Market
Santa’s House
- What to Expect
- Private meeting with Santa Claus to share wishes.
- Description
- The House of Santa Claus is a place where children can meet Santa Claus and share their wish lists. It is open from Wednesday to Sunday from 2 PM to 7 PM, and on Saturday, December 24th from 2 PM to 5 PM.
- Where
- Orleans | More Info : Santa’s House
Orleans Holiday Shows and Entertainment
Illuminations at Sainte-Croix Cathedral
- What to Expect
- Spiritual journey inspired by the stained glass windows and trials of Joan of Arc.
- Description
- The Illuminations of the Cathedral of Sainte-Croix offer a unique experience by tracing the life of Saint Joan of Arc through the cathedral's stained glass windows, inspired by the two trials of Joan.
- Where
- Orleans | More Info : Illuminations at Sainte-Croix Cathedral