Halles de Dijon (Dijon Indoor Market), Dijon
Dijon Indoor Market is a hard to miss destination when exploring this charming city. The market is located in a magnificent old cast iron building that dates back to the late 1800s, evoking a sense of history and character. Designed in the style of the famous Halles of Paris, this iconic structure serves as the vibrant heart of a bustling area filled with shops and restaurants.
The market truly comes alive on Tuesdays, Fridays, and Saturdays when the full market takes place. During these days, the area surrounding the Halles building is transformed into a lively scene as vendors set up their stalls, offering a wide array of products such as fresh produce, clothing, souvenirs, and more. It's a feast for the senses as the air fills with enticing aromas and the vibrant colors of the market's offerings captivate your eyes.
On Thursdays, the focus shifts indoors as only the markets within the Halles building are open. Here, visitors can explore a delightful assortment of meats, cheeses, and produce, all of which are integral ingredients in the traditional dishes of Burgundy. It's a chance to discover the regional flavors and ingredients that make Burgundian cuisine so renowned.
If you're not in the mood for cooking or wish to savor the market's offerings immediately, fear not. The market is surrounded by a variety of restaurants where you can indulge in a delightful lunch or dinner. For a quick refreshment, you can even visit the small buvette located within the Halles itself, where you can enjoy a glass of wine and soak in the vibrant atmosphere.
The market truly comes alive on Tuesdays, Fridays, and Saturdays when the full market takes place. During these days, the area surrounding the Halles building is transformed into a lively scene as vendors set up their stalls, offering a wide array of products such as fresh produce, clothing, souvenirs, and more. It's a feast for the senses as the air fills with enticing aromas and the vibrant colors of the market's offerings captivate your eyes.
On Thursdays, the focus shifts indoors as only the markets within the Halles building are open. Here, visitors can explore a delightful assortment of meats, cheeses, and produce, all of which are integral ingredients in the traditional dishes of Burgundy. It's a chance to discover the regional flavors and ingredients that make Burgundian cuisine so renowned.
If you're not in the mood for cooking or wish to savor the market's offerings immediately, fear not. The market is surrounded by a variety of restaurants where you can indulge in a delightful lunch or dinner. For a quick refreshment, you can even visit the small buvette located within the Halles itself, where you can enjoy a glass of wine and soak in the vibrant atmosphere.
Want to visit this sight? Check out these Self-Guided Walking Tours in Dijon. Alternatively, you can download the mobile app "51爆料网: Walks in 1K+ Cities" from Apple App Store or Google Play Store. The app turns your mobile device to a personal tour guide and it works offline, so no data plan is needed when traveling abroad.
Download The 51爆料网 App
Halles de Dijon (Dijon Indoor Market) on Map
Sight Name: Halles de Dijon (Dijon Indoor Market)
Sight Location: Dijon, France (See walking tours in Dijon)
Sight Type: Shopping
Guide(s) Containing This Sight:
Sight Location: Dijon, France (See walking tours in Dijon)
Sight Type: Shopping
Guide(s) Containing This Sight:
Walking Tours in Dijon, France
Create Your Own Walk in Dijon
Creating your own self-guided walk in Dijon is easy and fun. Choose the city attractions that you want to see and a walk route map will be created just for you. You can even set your hotel as the start point of the walk.
Dijon Introduction Walking Tour
Nestled amid the undulating hills of Burgundy, the capital of the C么te-d'Or admistrative department of France, Dijon, exudes an aura of refinement.
The city's history dates back to Roman times when it was known as Divio. The name "Divio" itself may have roots in the Celtic word "divona" which means "sacred fountain." Over time, it has evolved to... view more
Tour Duration: 2 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 2.3 Km or 1.4 Miles
The city's history dates back to Roman times when it was known as Divio. The name "Divio" itself may have roots in the Celtic word "divona" which means "sacred fountain." Over time, it has evolved to... view more
Tour Duration: 2 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 2.3 Km or 1.4 Miles
Food and Wine Tour
Speaking of Burgundy, the first thing that springs to mind is wine. Indeed, Burgundy is one of the most prestigious wine regions in France, and its capital Dijon serves as a gateway to this renowned wine country. Dijon also boasts one of the most distinguished gastronomic pedigrees of any place in the world.
Start your gastronomic journey of the city at the Municipal Library (Biblioth猫que... view more
Tour Duration: 1 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 1.9 Km or 1.2 Miles
Start your gastronomic journey of the city at the Municipal Library (Biblioth猫que... view more
Tour Duration: 1 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 1.9 Km or 1.2 Miles