Join the end-of-year festivities in Le Mans! Our guide presents all the community events and activities that bring our historic city to life during the holiday season.
Place des Jacobins hosts the traditional Christmas market, with its wooden chalets and enchanting illuminations. The Plantagenet City, with its medieval cobblestone streets, transforms into a winter wonderland, while Saint-Julien Cathedral provides a majestic setting for Christmas concerts. Visitors can discover local artisans and taste Sarthe specialties while enjoying the activities that extend to Place de la République.
Happy Holidays!
Le Mans Events Events
Le Mans Christmas Illuminations Launch (Le Mans) • 0.5 miles
Enchanting light projections and a 40-meter Ferris wheel
CityGlace Ice Rink (LE MANS) • 2.5 miles
Year-round ice skating, even in summer.
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Alençon Christmas Lights (Alençon)
Spectacular light mapping on historic building facade
Caroline Marx's Magical Christmas (Alençon)
Enchanting Christmas show with illusions and audience interaction
Events Around Laval
Launch of Laval Lights (CHANGÉ)
City transformed into a luminous center with dazzling light displays
Lights Promenade Cruise (Laval)
Discover the Mayenne Valley from the water.
Events Around Tours
Exceptional Evening Opening of the Royal Château of Amboise (Amboise)
Candlelit night walks with musical ambiance
Magical Christmas at Château du Clos Lucé (Amboise)
Historic château transformed into a magical Christmas wonderland
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