Bellême Christmas Market
Christmas festivities in the Small City of Character of Perche
About Christmas in Bellême
The Bellême Christmas Market is a highlight of the end-of-year festivities in the Orne Perche. Organized over several weekends in December on the Rampe du Château, Place de l'Europe, and the Salle Philippe de Chennevière, it offers artisanal products and gift ideas in a magical atmosphere. The festivities are accompanied by magic shows, Santa Claus arrivals, parades, carousels, and light decorations, all within the enchanting setting of this Small City of Character at the gates of the Bellême forest.
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Christmas in Bellême: the magic of the holidays in Perche
Every December, the charming town of Bellême, labeled Petite Cité de Caractère, transforms into a magical Christmas village. Perched on its promontory overlooking the Perche, the town offers a picturesque and authentic setting for its end-of-year festivities, attracting families and visitors from all over the region.
The market and its exhibitors
The Bellême Christmas Market unfolds across several emblematic sites:
- La Rampe du Château: Christmas chalets with artisans and creators
- Place de l'Europe: stands for local products and delicacies
- Salle Philippe de Chennevière: covered space for exhibitions and craft sales
You will find artisanal creations, jewelry, decorations, wooden toys, as well as gourmet specialties from Perche and Normandy.
Enchanted entertainment
The Christmas festivities in Bellême offer a rich program of entertainment:
- Magic shows at the town hall followed by market entertainment
- Santa Claus arrivals with candy distribution and photo opportunities
- Saint-Barbe parade on December 6th
- Face painting for children and balloon sculpting
- Chocolate nativity scene at the Saint-Sauveur church
- Carriage rides through the decorated streets
Carousels and funfair
Fairground rides are set up on the Promenades de Bellême throughout the holiday season, offering a fun complement to the Christmas market. The funfair operates on weekends in December and daily during school holidays.
Bellême's shop windows
Bellême's shopkeepers, grouped within the association Bellême Boutique, decorate their windows from December 1st to January 4th, adding to the festive atmosphere of the Perche town. Strolling through the medieval streets of Bellême, with its half-timbered houses and ancient porches, is a delight during the Christmas season.
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Practical information — Christmas in Bellême
Access to Bellême
By car: Bellême is located 40 km southeast of Alençon via the D955. From Le Mans, follow the D338 then the D955 (approx. 1 hour). From Nogent-le-Rotrou, take the D955 towards Bellême (approx. 25 minutes). From Paris, take the A11 towards Le Mans then the D338 and D955 (approx. 2.5 hours). Free parking is available in the town center, on the Promenades, and near the Rampe du Château.
By train: Bellême does not have a train station. The nearest stations are Nogent-le-Rotrou (20 km, TER Centre-Val de Loire from Paris-Montparnasse) and Le Mans (70 km, TGV from Paris). From these stations, a vehicle is necessary to reach Bellême.
Market locations
The Christmas festivities unfold across several sites in the heart of the historic town:
- Rampe du Château: Christmas chalets with artisans and creators
- Place de l'Europe: additional stands and entertainment
- Salle Philippe de Chennevière: covered space for exhibitions and sales
- Les Promenades: carousels and funfair
Opening hours
The market is held on weekends in December, generally from 10 am to 6 pm. Entertainment (magic shows, Santa Claus arrivals, parades) takes place at specific times announced in the program. The fairground rides are open on weekends in December and daily during the Christmas school holidays. It is recommended to consult the detailed program from the town hall or tourist office.
Prices
Entry to the market and street entertainment is completely free. Fairground rides are subject to a charge (individual tickets). Magic shows are free.
Food and services
Food stalls offer mulled wine, crepes, roasted chestnuts, and seasonal specialties at the market. Bellême's shopkeepers, grouped within the association Bellême Boutique, decorate their windows and offer special promotions during the Christmas period. Bellême has several restaurants, bakeries, and food shops in the town center.
Accommodation
Bellême and its surroundings offer a choice of charming accommodations: hotels, bed and breakfasts in Percheron manors, and rural gîtes. The town is ideally located for exploring the Perche Regional Natural Park.
Contact
Mairie de Bellême
Tel: 02 33 73 09 69
Website: www.belleme.fr
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Where does it take place — Christmas in Bellême
Centre-ville de Bellême
Rampe du Château, 61130 Bellême