Before being bombarded by Black Friday and resolving to place an unattractive online order, take the time to read this super-chic selection of our favorite addresses in Lyon. Designer markets, mouth-watering patisseries, small-scale creators, our city of Lyon is bursting with places to discover right now!
Christmas Corner
Run to it, run to it! For its 7th edition, Le Christmas Corner brings Atelier Muguette a whole host of little delights. Jewelry, ceramics, soaps, embroidery, knitwear, leather goods and more: a selection of 100% handmade creations from Lyon. It’s simple, pretty and there’s something for everyone. The problem? You’ll want to buy everything. So run, run, run!
đ Atelier Muguette, 138 rue Bugeaud, Lyon 9
City of Lyon
From December 4, the Kiosque on Place Bellecour welcomes you with a selection of original Lyon products! Under the brand names “Ville de Lyon”, “FĂȘte des LumiĂšres” and “Parc de la TĂȘte d’or”, the city is showcasing local know-how, and it’s sure to make you want to come back! Gourmets can indulge themselves with the famous RĂ©villon chocolate or a sweet from Violette & Berlingot, while others can find their happiness with a multitude of ideas such as clothing or tote bags. An original idea to support local and responsible actors in Lyon, let’s go!
đ Kiosk Place Bellecour – next to the Tourist Office
Le Lab
For a selection of “100% made in Europe” items, head to Le Lab! The boutique offers a super selection of gifts for the whole family. From a seahorse-shaped pencil case for the little cousin to a heart-shaped keyring for his auntie, not forgetting a backpack for his beloved dad, 0n’t know where to turn. A must-see if you haven’t already.
đ 5 Rue François Dauphin, 69002 Lyon
DauphinĂ© Christmas Market – Sans Souci
The 4th edition of the MarchĂ© NoĂ«l DauphinĂ© – Sans Souci (DauphinĂ© – Sans Souci Christmas Market) takes place on Saturday, November 30, to round off the month in style. On the program: over 50 Lyon-based artisans to fill your Christmas stocking. It’s definitely THE place to be if you want to buy local and talk directly to local designers and artisans.
đ Passage Roger BrĂ©chan, Lyon 3
A pastry from Maison Bouillet
While the ski season kicks off at the same time, Lyon pastry chef and chocolatier SĂ©bastien Bouillet is already celebrating Christmas. His house is a landmark for all gourmands. This year, Maison Bouillet takes us to the mountains, to winter sports! With its refined design, balanced flavors and playful textures, get ready to slalom between original logs and great classics, chocolate figurines and spectacular entremets. Prices are relatively high, but when you love it, you don’t count. It’s the perfect way to glide down memory lane!
đ Maison Bouillet, 15 place de la Croix Rousse, Lyon 4
A personalized make-up course
Why not take a make-up class to spice up Christmas 2024? Irisé is offering an Irisé Party in its Lyon boutique, a one-hour lesson with a professional make-up artist. The products are 99% natural ingredients and of professional quality. Whether solo, duo, trio or even in a group, the Irisé Party is a great way to treat your princesses at home!
đ 33 rue de la Bourse, Lyon 2
Chocolate from Maison SĂšve
Maison SĂšve is a veritable institution in Lyon. Having won several awards for both the quality of its products and its commitment to the local area, a gift from their house is a sure bet. This year, the little molds have been put into the big ones and the house is offering you a trip back in time to 1905. Logs, chocolates, advent calendars, not forgetting marrons glacĂ©s… let the festive season begin!
đ Several stores including 29, quai Saint Antoine (Lyon 2) or 10 rue Victor Fort (Lyon 4)
The canopy effect
From postcards to send your holiday love to softly-priced woollen hats, L’Effet CanopĂ©e makes Christmas rhyme with sensational. The boutique that promotes local know-how and “made in France” as we like it, awaits you in the 1st arrondissement.