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Christmas in the Cotentin is a delight for young and old. Every year, this magical period lights up the region with a multitude of festive events and local traditions. Discover the Christmas markets, the entertainment, and of course, the delicious specialties that will accompany your New Year's Eve. Looking for an original gift, local gourmet products, 100% Cotentin objects, have the click " Tourist Office shop "!

Christmas markets

The Cotentin Christmas markets are the perfect opportunity to immerse yourself in the festive end-of-year atmosphere. Wooden chalets, decorated with fairy lights, present you with handcrafted gifts, Christmas decorations, and typical seasonal delicacies.

Whether you are in Cherbourg-en-Cotentin, La Hague, Carentan-les-Marais or in one of the many towns of the Cotentin, each market has its share of surprises in store for you: local products, crafts, decorations, etc.

all the Christmas animations

Christmas celebrations in the Cotentin would not be complete without a good dose of entertainment and delicacies. Whether you are looking for a traditional Christmas, moments of relaxation or family activities, the Cotentin offers you everything you need for a successful Christmas.

Cherbourg-en-Cotentin celebrates Christmas

Shops open on Sundays 8, 15, 22 December

Take full advantage of the magic of Christmas in Cherbourg by consulting the calendar of events offered by the town of Cherbourg-en-Cotentin so as not to miss any of the festivities.

Christmas market

This year, the Christmas market is back to enchant Place de Gaulle. Immerse yourself in the warm and magical atmosphere of a mountain village and discover a multitude of merchant stands full of unique creations, handmade and local products and delicious specialties. Enough to stock up on gift ideas and Christmas purchases. Stroll through a space entirely decorated inspired by the mountains, where the magic of the holidays comes to life.

Opening dates

  • Open from December 6 to 28

Time:

  • Every day except Saturday: 10 a.m. - 19 p.m.
  • Saturdays: 10 p.m.-20 p.m.
  • Friday December 6: 16 a.m. to 21 p.m.
  • Tuesday, December 24: 10 a.m.-18 p.m.
  • Wednesday December 25: closed

De many festive events are offered to you free of charge Place de Gaulle : creative workshops, Christmas carols, face painting, the presence of Santa Claus to delight young and old and experience an unforgettable Christmas.

Shows in the municipalities

The communes of Cherbourg-en-Cotentin are transformed into real scenes of magic and enchantment with a series of pyrotechnic and artistic shows. Here is the program not to be missed:

SATURDAY DECEMBER 7

  • Anima, 18 p.m., Querqueville town hall square,
  • Rock Metal Charity Evening, 20 p.m., Espace Buisson, Cherbourg-en-Cotentin.

WEDNESDAY 11 DECEMBER

  • Mechanism, 18 p.m., Place Mandela, Équeurdreville-Hainneville.

FRIDAY DECEMBER 13

  • Christmas Party, 17:45 p.m., parking lot of the former slaughterhouse, rue de la Chasse verte, Cherbourg-en-Cotentin.

SATURDAY DECEMBER 14

  • Supershow, 18 p.m., forecourt of Tourlaville town hall

SUNDAY DECEMBER 15

  • Féérie, 11:30 a.m., Provincial Market, Cherbourg-Octeville

WEDNESDAY 18 DECEMBER

  • Dharma, 18 p.m., forecourt of the Théâtre des Miroirs, La Glacerie
The Santa Claus Parade

follow her Santa Claus parade le Saturday 21 December at 15 p.m. with a departure from the Christmas market, Place de Gaulle to Quai Caligny (at the end of pontoon Y) where Santa Claus will begin his tour aboard the Croix du Sud III boat!

Make way for the slide

Du 6 December at 5 January, enjoy the rink Jacques Hébert square proposed by the Les Éléis shopping center and Nord Cotentin hockey plus.

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Offer the Cotentin to your loved ones

Visit the stores Cotentin Tourist Information Offices to find unique gifts that tell a story and will delight those you give them to. Come see us and leave with more than just memories, leave with a piece of Cotentin.

Looking for an original gift, local gourmet products, 100% Cotentin objects, click “Tourist Office Boutique”!

Find all these products (and many more…) in the stores of Cotentin Tourist Information Offices !

On the menu for your New Year’s Eve

If you are looking for a special place to celebrate Christmas Eve, December 25th, or New Year's Eve, check out our list of restaurants in Cotentin.

Whether you are looking for a refined restaurant for a romantic dinner or a more casual place for a family meal, you will find a selection here that meets all tastes and budgets.

There is no doubt that you will find the perfect place to fully enjoy the end-of-year holidays!

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