Enchanted Christmas in the Vauban city
The Longwy Christmas Market brings together several festive events that liven up the 'cité des émaux' during the holiday season. The Santa Claus Village, set up at the COSEC Mousset sports hall, offers activities for children, craft stalls, and meetings with Santa Claus. The Longwy Enamels, Faience, and Antiques Market showcases Longwy's artisanal heritage with sales and exhibitions of enamels and antique faiences. These events make Longwy a warm and friendly place to prepare for the end-of-year holidays.
The city of Longwy, famous for its UNESCO World Heritage fortifications and its art enamels, offers a rich and friendly Christmas program every year. The Longwy Christmas Market is divided into several events that punctuate December and give the border city its festive atmosphere.
The Santa Claus Village is the ultimate family gathering. Located at the COSEC Mousset sports hall, it welcomes children who come to give their wish lists to Santa Claus and share their wishes. Numerous activities are offered: creative workshops, face painting, games, and shows. Craft stalls offer artisanal products, treats, and hot drinks. The event is usually held on the third weekend of December.
An emblematic event in Longwy, the Longwy Enamels, Faience, and Antiques Christmas Market highlights the city's artisanal heritage. Visitors can purchase old and contemporary Longwy enamels, faiences from various Lorraine manufacturers, and quality glassware and antique pieces. This event, held at the end of November, is a popular gathering for collectors and lovers of decorative art.
The Longwy Christmas markets are part of the identity of a city rich in its Vauban heritage (UNESCO-listed fortifications), its tradition of art enamels — recognized worldwide for their vibrant colors and unique technique — and its cross-border location at the gates of Luxembourg and Belgium. The Christmas festivities are an opportunity to celebrate this unique heritage while creating moments of conviviality and sharing.
The Longwy Christmas Markets will return in late November and December 2026 with the Enamels and Faience Market and the Santa Claus Village.
The Longwy Christmas Markets will return in late November and December 2026. Detailed program to be announced in autumn 2026.
COSEC Mousset Sports Hall, 1 rue de Boismont, 54400 Longwy. Events may also take place in the city center and in Longwy-Haut.
By car: Longwy is accessible via the A30 motorway (Longwy exit). The city is located in the extreme north of Meurthe-et-Moselle, on the border of Luxembourg and Belgium.
By train: Longwy station, served by TER from Metz (approx. 1h) and Luxembourg (30 min).
Enamels and Faience Market: last weekend of November. Santa Claus Village: third weekend of December.
Free admission to markets and activities.
Consult the detailed program before your visit to plan your trip. In case of bad weather, some activities may be modified or canceled. Follow the event's social media for the latest information and program updates.
For visitors coming from afar, Longwy and its surroundings offer various accommodation options: hotels, B&Bs, guesthouses, and vacation rentals. It is advisable to book in advance during the festival period. The local tourist office can provide information on accommodation availability.
The event strives to be accessible to all audiences, including people with reduced mobility. For any specific questions regarding accessibility, please do not hesitate to contact the organizers in advance of the event.
Take advantage of your visit to Longwy to discover the local heritage and the riches of Meurthe-et-Moselle. The department is full of historical sites, museums, natural parks, and gastronomic specialties of Lorraine to discover throughout the year.
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Salle des sports COSEC Mousset / Centre-ville de Longwy
1 rue de Boismont, 54400 Longwy