Christmas markets in the South of France – Aude

Christmas markets Aude

It’s that time of year again when the countdown to Christmas has started. The South of France also likes to raise the spirits, and there are many merry Christmas markets around. Last week, I gave you an overview of the best ones in the Hérault department (which you can read here); this week, it’s the turn of the Aude department. Here also, you will find wine estates, castles, abbeys, and even pirates dress up to create a Winter Wonderland. Local crafters, artisans, and producers will ensure you find the best gifts for under the tree.

Famille Fabre

Famille Fabre

02.12.23 from 10h00 to 17h00
1 Rue du Château
11200 Luc-sur-Orbieu
The Fabre family has had a passion for wine for over 14 generations. This year, they have organised the 11th edition of their Christmas market at one of their wine estates: Château de Luc in Luc-sur-Orbieu. You will find numerous stalls where you can buy beautiful gifts, enlivened by music and animations. Foodwise, you can join a festive lunch and, of course, taste their organic wines.

Christmas markets Aude

Marché de Noël Oeno’Art

02.12.23 – 03.12.23 from 10h00 to 18h00
Château de Couffoulens
11250 Couffoulens
Couffoulens Castle is a historic site and wine estate- for eight generations- in one. They open their castle doors for their fourth Marché de Noël. Chances are high that you’ll find something amongst these 35 carefully selected stalls to surprise your loved ones. Original and high-quality products excelling in craftmanship stand next to heartwarming treats. Of course, you can also taste- and buy- the castle’s wines while the kids attend a creative workshop.

Pirat'Parc

Pirat’Parc

02.12.23 – 07.01.24
Mateille
11430 Gruissan
The whole month of December, and a bit of January, the amusement park Pirat’Parc transforms into a Christmas village where enchantment and thrills go hand in hand. Besides over 20 attractions and rides, you can visit the Christmas market with 30 local exhibitors and food stalls. Or you can fasten your skates to have a swirl on the 400 m2 ice rink. Tired of all the excitement? Then you might want to take a break during one of the shows.

Christmas markets Aude

Domaine de Gayda

09.12.23 – 10.12.23 from 10h00 to 22h00
Chemin de Moscou
11300 Brugairolles
Christmas jingles into Domaine de Gayda the second weekend of December with a joyous market hosting about 20 artisans and producers. But there is more! How about a falconer show, pony rides, a bouncy castle, creative workshops and a visit from Santa Claus? Food and drinks are available too, whilst enjoying some tunes and performances.

Christmas markets Aude

Abbaye de Saint-Polycarpe

09.12.23 from 14h00 to 19h00
10.12.23 from 09h00 to 18h00
Abbaye de Saint-Polycarpe
11300 Saint-Polycarpe
This year, the prestigious setting of the Abbaye de Saint-Polycarpe transforms into a magical Christmas wonderland for the 7th edition of the Salon des Créateurs de Noël. This crafts fair near Limoux will give you many unique ideas for your Christmas gifts. Miss Youth France and Occitanie, Mélanie Géray, will be present too.

Christmas markets Aude

Marché de Noël Écologique et Solidaire

16.12.23 from 10h00 to 18h00
Château Prat Majou
11800 Laure-Minervois
Artisans and producers have been selected for their ecological and social engagement at wine estate Château Prat Majou’s first Christmas market. Therefore, you will find enchanting gifts that have a heart and soul. The festive ambience will be accompanied by workshops for the kids, food stalls and music.

Christmas markets

Apéro de Noël

16.12.23 from 17h00 to …
Château de Paraza
1 Rue Viala
11200 Paraza
The wine estate Château de Paraza organises a Christmas-style apéro each year. On the program is a mystery wine tasting, mulled wine and a comforting raclette. Food truck Le Petit Cône serves its sweet and savoury specialties, and of course, you can taste the latest cuvées ‘Made in Paraza’. Entrance is free, but if you want to join, wear your most beautiful Christmas sweater, and fill out this form to reserve your spot(s).

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