Chambery (France)

Stalls in the City Hall square in the center of the town

Stalls of the Christmas markets under the castle walls

Stalls of the Christmas markets under the castle walls

Stalls of the Christmas markets under the castle walls

Terracotta figurines representing typical jobs of the village. The baker prepares the baquettes, typical French bread

Vermouth, a wine liqueur used as aperitif produced in Chambery since 1830

An original tap handle for a wine and liqueur store

Christmas opening parade through the streets of the old town where there are squares and streets with Christmas markets

Christmas opening parade through the streets of the old town where there are squares and streets with Christmas markets

Christmas opening parade through the streets of the old town where there are squares and streets with Christmas markets

Masks, dancers and waders along the streets of the historic center

Masks, dancers and waders along the streets of the historic center

Masks, dancers and waders along the streets of the historic center

Masks, dancers and waders along the streets of the historic center

Stalls of the Christmas market under the castle walls

Shop of typical Savoy products

Santa Claus greets the tourists who arrive in the squares of the Christmas markets

The arcades of the historic center that lead to the Christmas market under the castle

The Castle

Gift items, souvenirs, food and local tradition displayed in the stalls of the Christmas market

Stall in the square of Dukes of Savoy castle

Stall in the square of Dukes of Savoy castle

Stall in the square of Dukes of Savoy castle

Dancers on stilts along the streets of the historic center

Dancers on stilts along the streets of the historic center

Stall in the square of Dukes of Savoy castle

Stall in the square of Dukes of Savoy castle

Where is Chambery

By: Carlo Piccinelli

Chambery on Google Maps.
The squares near the castle, the cathedral and the historic center of the Alpine city, during Christmas period fill with stalls, lights and shows that brighten up the ancient and austere streets with stone buildings of the medieval village. Its long history, Chambéry was founded at a crossroads of ancient routes through the Dauphiné, Burgundy, Switzerland and Italy, in a wide valley between the Bauges and the Chartreuse Mountains, it is still visible today in the imposing castle of 14th century, in palaces and large squares outside the walls. During the Christmas period, from November 23rd to January 5th, the aromas of hot spiced wine, local sweets and hot chocolate sold in market stalls spread. Other multicolored stalls exhibit sweaters, stockings and mountain caps, handicraft products in wood and stone, toys and typical products of the region such as cheeses, honey, sweets and much more for the joy of adults and children.
Link for more informations:
Tourism Office: www.chambery-tourisme.com