Sancerre Christmas Market
Christmas market and activities in the wine town
2026
About Christmas in Sancerre
Christmas in Sancerre — edition 2026
Sancerre Christmas Market 2026
The Sancerre Christmas Market 2026 is expected to take place on the weekend of December 12th and 13th with the same festive and friendly spirit. The wine village will offer carriage rides, activities for children, a producers' market, and Christmas at the Cellars in the wineries.
The detailed program will be announced by the Grand Sancerrois Tourist Office in the fall of 2026. Check www.tourisme-sancerre.com for the latest information.
Prices Christmas in Sancerre 2026
Practical information — Christmas in Sancerre
Access
The Sancerre Christmas Market takes place in the city center of Sancerre (18300). The "Christmas at the Cellars" activities take place in the wineries of Sancerre and its surroundings.
- By car: From Paris (200 km), A77 then D955. From Bourges (50 km), D955. Free parking in Sancerre.
- By train: SNCF station of Cosne-sur-Loire (20 km) or Bourges (50 km), then bus or taxi.
Opening Hours
Saturday: carriage rides from 10 am to 5 pm, gourmet readings in the morning.
Sunday: Christmas at the Cellars from 10 am to 6 pm depending on the wineries.
Prices
Christmas Market: free entry. Carriage rides and gourmet readings: free. Workshops in the wineries: variable prices, booking recommended.
Contact
- Phone: 02 48 54 08 21 (Grand Sancerrois Tourist Office)
- Email: [email protected]
- Website: www.tourisme-sancerre.com
Christmas in the wine town of Sancerre
Every year in mid-December, Sancerre comes alive to celebrate Christmas in a friendly and festive atmosphere. The wine village, perched on its hill overlooking the Loire, is adorned with decorations and offers activities for the whole family. The main event, "Christmas at the Cellars", allows you to discover the wineries in a festive atmosphere, with tastings and entertainment.
Saturday of Lights: rides and activities
On Saturday, it's time for the "Saturday of Lights". The day begins with carriage rides through the streets of Sancerre, from 10 am to 5 pm, allowing you to discover the village at the pace of the horses. Children can attend gourmet readings at the Petite Maison de la Culture, offered for ages 2 to 6 in the morning and early afternoon.
Christmas at the Cellars: tastings in the wineries
Sunday is dedicated to "Christmas at the Cellars": the wineries and cellars of Sancerre open their doors for festive tastings. At the Château de Sancerre, visitors can taste crepes, mulled wine, and honey from 10 am to 6 pm, and participate in an olfactory tasting "Journey to the heart of the senses" at 3 pm by reservation. At the Domaine Vincent Grall, a Land & Sea workshop offers oyster and wine sales from 10 am to 12 pm. At the historic cellar of Domaine Joseph Mellot, a grand cru chocolate & wine workshop takes place from 10 am to 12 pm and from 2 pm to 6 pm.
Christmas Market and local products
A Christmas market brings together local artisans and producers offering decorations, handmade creations, and local products. Visitors can find gift ideas and prepare their holiday meals with quality Sancerre products. The friendly and gourmet atmosphere is conducive to discovering the flavors of the Sancerrois region.
Christmas in the Grand Sancerrois
Christmas activities also extend to the villages of the Grand Sancerrois: Belleville-sur-Loire, Concressault, Savigny-en-Sancerre, and Verdigny offer Christmas markets, activities, and tastings in a festive and warm atmosphere.
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