Last updated: December 01, 2024
Discover the end-of-year festivities in Villefranche-sur-Saône with our detailed guide. We present the local traditions and activities that bring our Beaujolais city to life during the holiday season.
Place des Marais hosts the traditional Christmas market, where local artisans showcase their creations and regional specialties. Along rue Nationale, lights and decorations transform the historic center, while the Collégiale Notre-Dame des Marais provides a majestic setting for Christmas concerts. Visitors can also enjoy activities at Place des Arts and in the surrounding neighborhoods.
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Many vendors offering local and unique products.
The Christmas market organized by the Sou des écoles in Frans offers a variety of vendors selling jewelry, decorations, food, and literature. This event is perfect for finding unique gifts for the holidays.
Where: Frans | More Info: Christmas Market of the Frans School
Christmas market organized by the 7th-grade classes.
The Fareins Christmas Market is a festive event where local vendors showcase handmade products and seasonal gifts.
Where: Fareins | More Info: Christmas Market, Fareins
Many activities and local vendors offering a variety of gastronomic products and gift ideas.
The Quincieux Christmas Market is a festive event organized by the Sou des écoles, taking place on Sunday, December 3, from 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM at the Espace Maurice Plaisantin. Over 50 local vendors offer a variety of gastronomic products and gift ideas.
Where: Quincieux | More Info: Christmas Market, Quincieux
300 m² ice rink in the city center
The Village de Noël in Villefranche sur Saône is a must-attend event featuring a variety of animations, dining, and music for all ages. The illuminations and attractions like the ice rink, carousel, and pony rides create a festive and convivial atmosphere.
Where: Villefranche-sur-Saône | More Info: Christmas Village in Villefranche sur Saône
Sliding on 300 square meters of natural ice.
The ice rink offers a sliding experience on 300 square meters of natural ice, accessible to all ages, with specific rates for children and adults.
Where: Villefranche-sur-Saône | More Info: Christmas Ice Rink
Parade of decorated and magical motorcycles.
The Parade des Pères et Mères Noël à moto gathers over 100 decorated and magical motorcycles, departing from the Harley-Davidson concession in Dardilly to parade along the National Road in Villefranche-sur-Saône.
Where: Villefranche-sur-Saône | More Info: Santa Claus on a Motorcycle
Family-friendly and thrilling attractions.
Luna Park 2023 in Villefranche sur Saône offers rides for children, thrilling attractions, and family activities. The event takes place from December 16, 2023, to January 14, 2024, on the Parc Expo grounds in Villefranche.
Where: Villefranche-sur-Saône | More Info: Luna Park 2023 in Villefranche sur Saône