the Christmas market is about to open its doors on Place du Capitole
He makes his return. 24 hours before the official kick-off of the festivities and illuminations of the city, this Friday, November 25 will mark the opening of the Christmas village of Toulouse. And who says Christmas village says return of the irreplaceable Toulouse Christmas market. Enthroned on the Place du Capitole, it is the attraction most adored by Toulouse residents and visitors during the end-of-year celebrations. And for good reason, the magic of Christmas reigns there.
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93 chalets at the Christmas market
93. This is the number of chalets that make up the Christmas market in Toulouse until December 25. Six chalets are dedicated to catering, 24 chalets to food. In addition, the Christmas market has nine chalets guaranteed for clothing, 11 world craft chalets, 27 decoration chalets, including four Christmas chalets for games and toys and finally six jewelery chalets. What to find original and artisanal gifts to please your loved ones. Small remarkable novelty: this year, a solidarity chalet will be dedicated to 16 associations which will take turns for two days each.
Installed on an area of 5,000 m2, these white wooden chalets will welcome visitors every day from 10:30 a.m. until 8:30 p.m. from Sunday to Thursday. On Friday and Saturday, the closing will be pushed back to 10 p.m. FREE ENTRANCE.
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The skating rink returns to the Capitol
In this Christmas village, very close to the chalets, the christmas ice rink also signs its big comeback on the Place du Capitole. Sliding enthusiasts could have a field day on an area of 250 m2. Count 5 euros for 45 minutes, skates included.
On the occasion of the opening of the Christmas village, the world skating champion and holder of the record for titles in the world and European championships, Brian Joubert, allows himself on the ice to enchant the public. See you Friday, November 25 at 7 p.m.
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