Christmas at Château Lamothe-Bergeron: Christmas Market and Charity Events in the Médoc
Sunday, December 6, 2026, from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. – Cussac-Fort-Médoc (Gironde)
Why not experience the magic of Christmas in a different way this year?
On Sunday, December 6, Château Lamothe-Bergeron invites you to a festive day of charity, organized in partnership with AFM-Téléthon. On the agenda: a Christmas market featuring artisanal crafts, a sheep drive, a meet-and-greet with Santa Claus, sheepdog demonstrations, horse-drawn carriage rides, and many other activities for the whole family!
About 40 kilometers from Bordeaux, come enjoy a Christmas market in the exceptional setting of a Médoc wine estate.
Free admission—charity events to benefit the Telethon.
🎄 A Christmas market in the heart of the château
To get ready for the holidays, step inside Château Lamothe-Bergeron and meet local designers, artisans, and producers.
Set up in the sheltered spaces of the château, the vendors will offer you plenty of gift ideas: jewelry, candles, Christmas decorations, handmade crafts, gourmet treats, personalized items, and many other discoveries.
It’s the perfect opportunity to do your Christmas shopping in a different way, support local craftsmanship, and enjoy the castle’s warm and welcoming atmosphere.
If you are a designer or producer and would like to exhibit, please contact Belinda Evénementiel (by email: belinda.evenementiel@orange.fr or by phone: 06 75 79 64 64).
🐑 A Christmas Solidarity Sheep Drive to Benefit the Telethon
Meet at 10 a.m. at the château · Departure at 10:30 a.m. · Duration: approximately 1 hour 30 minutes to 2 hours
This is the highlight of the day! Put on your walking shoes and join the sheep from the Médoc’Laine association for a stroll through the Médoc countryside—perfect for sharing with family or friends—at the herd’s pace.
Please arrive at 10 a.m., even if you’ve already registered online. You can register on-site if needed, drop off your donation for the Telethon, and take a quick tour of the Christmas market before the race starts.
Registration online or on-site. Participation is by donation, and all proceeds will be donated to the Telethon.
Dogs on a leash are welcome. People with limited mobility will be given priority for the horse-drawn carriage ride; please reserve by calling 06 75 88 02 11.
🎅 Christmas activities for all ages
Throughout the day, enjoy a variety of activities in the park and around the castle.
Santa Claus will be there starting at 11 a.m.! Children can come meet him and capture the moment with a souvenir photo.
The sheep from Médoc’Laine will also take center stage with sheepdog demonstrations, animal encounters, and dog-themed activities.
Horse-drawn carriage rides and a raffle with many prizes will round out the day, with proceeds benefiting the Telethon.
🍷 Cellar tours, tastings, and gourmet treats
Since Christmas at the Château is also an opportunity to discover our world of wine, we’ll be offering cellar tours at 11 a.m., 2:30 p.m., and 4:30 p.m.
You’ll also be able to taste the estate’s wines, enjoy our homemade mulled wine, and take advantage of special offers in the château’s gift shop for your holiday gifts.
Dining options:
For lunch, the DiaFood food truck will be serving Afro-Caribbean specialties, including bokits, beef skewers, and accras. For an afternoon snack, enjoy beignets, mini-crêpes, and pancakes!
- You’ll also find oysters to enjoy on-site or take away.
❤️ A Festive Day of Solidarity to Benefit the Telethon
This year, Noël au Château is partnering with the AFM-Telethon to support research and families affected by rare diseases.
Livestock drives, dog-themed activities, horse-drawn carriage rides, and a raffle: there will be plenty of activities to help you join in this spirit of solidarity.
A wonderful program to enjoy the magic of Christmas while contributing to a great cause!
📅 The schedule for Sunday, December 6, 2026
The artisan market, tastings, food and drink, and the raffle will be available throughout the day.
| Schedule | Activities |
|---|---|
| 10 a.m. | Opening of the Christmas market and welcome for the participants in the transhumance |
| 10:30 a.m. | Start of the solidarity transhumance |
| 11 a.m. | Santa Claus Arrives |
| 11 a.m. | Winery tour |
| 1:00 p.m. | Dog demonstrations and introductory sessions |
| 2:00 p.m. | Sheepdog Demonstration |
| 2:00 p.m.–4:30 p.m. | Horse-drawn carriage rides and meeting the sheep |
| 2:30 p.m. | Tour of the wine cellars |
| 3:00 p.m. | Dog demonstrations and introductory sessions |
| 3:30 p.m. | Sheepdog Demonstration |
| 4:30 p.m. | Tour of the wine cellars |
| 6:00 p.m. | Christmas Market Closes |
📍 Practical Information
Date: Sunday, December 6, 2026, from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Location: Château Lamothe-Bergeron, Cussac-Fort-Médoc (33460), Gironde
Admission: Free. Voluntary contributions or donations to benefit the Telethon for charity activities.
Horse-drawn carriage ride: Meet at 10:00 a.m. (registration, donations) for a 10:30 a.m. departure; please wear shoes suitable for walking.
Horse-drawn carriage reservations for priority guests (people with disabilities): 06 75 88 02 11.
Food available on site.
We look forward to seeing many of you there to share this Christmas day at the Château, filled with discoveries, culinary delights, and solidarity!
