The Nativity scene by Maxime Codou

Exhibition

La Garde-Freinet

From Wednesday 3 December to Sunday 25 January 2026

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The Saint Jean de la Garde Freinet chapel will host the large Provençal nativity scene created by Maxime Codou and volunteers from the Les Amis de la Crèche association.
This year, Maxime Codou will immerse visitors in a world of dreams and escapism.
From the story of the nativity scene to scenes of life in Provence, it is a return to childhood, like a moment suspended in time.
From the first room, visitors will embark on a journey alongside the Three Wise Men, crossing distant lands. They will follow the North Star to arrive in Provence.
In the second room, dreams are expressed everywhere.
Prestations
  • Free entry. Groups, associations and companies must book in advance and a charge will be made.

  • Town location
  • In centre of town
  • French
  • Check
  • Cash
  • Bank/credit card
Address
Chapelle Saint-Jean
Rampe des Sarrazins
Place de la Mairie
83680 La Garde-Freinet
Opening

December 3 to January 25

EXCEPT DURING SCHOOL VACATIONS:
Wednesdays to Fridays from 2:00 pm to 5:00 pm;
weekends from 10:00 to 12:00 and
2:00 pm to 5:00 pm.
Closed on Mondays and Tuesdays.

DURING SCHOOL HOLIDAYS (21/12 to 04/01):
Every day from 10am to 12pm and from 2pm to 5pm.

The crèche will be closed on December 25 and January 1.