Pau Christmas Market of Creators

Craftsmanship at the heart of Pau

The Pau Christmas Market of Creators is the unmissable event for lovers of craftsmanship and original creations in Béarn. Organized at the Carreau des Halles, on the Place de la République, this market launches the festive season in the Béarn capital by bringing together over 60 artisans and creators under the roof of this emblematic venue of Pau's heritage.

Over 60 creators

The market brings together a wide range of local and regional talents:

• Ceramics and pottery: Handmade tableware, decorative objects, and terracotta sculptures
• Jewelry: Creations in silver, natural stones, beads, and recycled materials
• Textiles: Clothing, accessories, bags, and creations in fabric and wool
• Illustrations and art: Watercolors, prints, posters, and illustrated notebooks
• Candles and soaps: Handmade scented creations
• Leather goods: Bags, wallets, and leather accessories
• Gourmet products: Chocolates, confectionery, biscuits, and sweet specialties
• Toys and games: Wooden toys, handmade board games, and handmade plush toys

The Carreau des Halles

The Carreau des Halles de Pau is an emblematic space located on the Place de la République, in the heart of Pau's historic center. This covered market, a place of life and conviviality, regularly hosts cultural and artisanal events. Its architecture allows the Christmas market to be held sheltered from bad weather, in an intimate and warm atmosphere.

Pau, capital of Béarn

Pau, prefecture of the Pyrénées-Atlantiques, is a city of art and history famous for its birthplace castle of Henri IV, its Boulevard des Pyrénées offering an exceptional panorama of the mountain range, and its gentle way of life. The Christmas Market of Creators is part of a broader festive program, “Christmas in Pau,” which enlivens the city throughout December with markets, shows, and illuminations.

Supporting local

This market is a showcase for the local know-how and the creative economy of the territory. By favoring artisans and creators from the region, it encourages responsible consumption and values manual work, originality, and artisanal quality over industrial production.