This year, let’s skip the charmless online ordering and buy local! 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 treats. 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!
đź“Ť 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”, “FĂŞte des Lumières” and “Parc de la TĂŞte d’or”, the city is showcasing local know-how, and it’s sure to please! 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!
đź“Ť Kiosk Place Bellecour – next to the Tourist Office
A workshop to make your own chocolate bar
What about offering a workshop to make your own chocolate bar? Whether it’s milk or dark, with almonds or without fillings, here’s a gift idea for all chocolate lovers! We recommend “L’atelier de Clara” for a 1-hour experience that perfectly blends learning, making and… tasting!
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.
📍 5 Rue François Dauphin, 69002 Lyon
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 a refined design, a balance of flavors and 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!
đź“Ť Maison Bouillet, 15 place de la Croix Rousse, Lyon 4
A candle-making workshop
Here’s another great idea for an original gift! For all “do it yourself ” enthusiasts, this candle-making workshop offers a two-hour session of skilful rhythm. Orchestrated by Laure and Sophie, creators of natural cosmetics, you can learn more about the characteristics of wax, the choice of fragrance and candle decoration.
A personalized make-up course
And why not take a make-up class to spice up this Christmas 2024? In its Lyon boutique, Irisé is offering an Irisé Party, a one-hour course in our store 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!
đź“Ť 33 rue de la Bourse, Lyon 2
Chocolate from Maison Sève
Maison Sève 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!
đź“Ť Several stores including 29, quai Saint Antoine (Lyon 2) or 10 rue Victor Fort (Lyon 4)
The canopy effect
From postcards to send all your holiday love to woolly hats at very low prices, 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.