IN THE PRESENCE OF LONG-MA
Braving the snow and cold, Astérion the Minotaur travels along the Giants’ Trail by torchlight, carrying travelers on his back. When he appears in the Hall, he meets the gentle gaze of Long Ma, who awakens as the instruments and musical machines of our mechanical bestiary chime.
Gently, night falls on the square in front of the market hall, while fir trees and braziers create a warm atmosphere. The chestnut roaster is lit, the chestnuts are browning, and the fire is crackling. The aroma of crêpes, hot chocolate, and mulled wine fills the air, when suddenly, snow begins to fall. The snowflakes dance in a contagious frenzy: the joy is all the greater because it is convivi’Halle!
This year, Long Ma is the real star of Christmas. Majestic and magnetic, she attracts everyone’s attention as soon as she appears, lighting up the Halle with her incandescent breath and surprisingly graceful movements.
She will offer her last moments of grace to the Hall before flying off to new adventures on January 4. She will wake up several times a day in the heart of the Hall. A final gift left to the loyal audience that has accompanied her throughout her stay.
A festive table. Delicious food. Sparkle in your eyes. Fine bubbles of champagne. Joy in your hearts… As the year draws to a close, the Lunches for the Little Mechanics captures the magic of Christmas!
From December 22 to January 4, the Halle de La Machine invites you to experience an exceptional Lunches for the Little Mechanics. Delicate flavors of the holiday season and many surprises are on the menu! This extraordinary meal-show will be served with distinction and fantasy by ingenious machines… skillfully operated by elegant Véritables Machinistes.
Merry and amazing Christmas to all!
THE CHRISTMAS MENU
Lemon Vertigo
Candied lemon hummus, pear and ginger chutney, tahini cream, pistachio slivers, lime zest
The Mechanical Christmas Carousel
Paris-Brest revisited with foie gras, gingerbread center, and dark chocolate glaze, fleur de sel
Snow capon and forest symphony
Capon medallion stuffed with Comté cheese and Morteau sausage, potato pressé, crumble and pumpkin seeds, wild mushroom tartare with hazelnuts, yellow wine sauce
Under the bell, the pastures!
Farmhouse tomme cheese with flowers, cheddar with black truffle
Gourmet harmony
Joconde biscuit and hazelnut praline, crunchy praline nougat and feuillantine, praline chocolate custard insert, white chocolate caramel bavaroise. Caramelized hazelnut praline glaze
Once upon a time… there was a Christmas full of fire and passion at Astérion!
Race down the slope of unbridled imagination during Winter Tales. For the first time this year, these zany musical fables will be presented in two sessions: join us every day for a first story at 3:30 p.m., followed by a second at 5:15 p.m.
Listen to the whimsical tales of our Véritables Machinistes and follow them off-piste on the paths of fantasy. And if the unbearable suspense of these tales gives you the chills, the blazing braziers will crackle with joy to warm your heart.
Every day from Saturday, December 20 to Sunday, January 4, at 3:30 p.m. and 5:15 p.m.
Saturdays, November 20 & 27 at 5:15 p.m.: the tales are translated into French Sign Language.
Free admission
Every evening during the holidays, Asterion the Minotaur will adorn himself with his large flaming torch, transforming the Halle into a theater of light and mystery. At nightfall, when the cold becomes more intense and snowflakes fall silently, he cuts through the darkness, guiding visitors like a mythological guardian in the heart of winter.
Take your seat in the Minotaur’s traveling capitol to experience an exceptional journey on the back of a giant…
It’s already snack time! Waffles, pancakes, and hot chocolate tickle your nostrils with their delicious aromas.
Treat yourself at the Christmas Bar, on the square, after your visit to La Halle, your trip on the Minotaure, or your ride on the Manège Carré Sénart !
CHRISTMAS TEASER
Monday | Special opening | December 22 and 29
Tuesday | 10 a.m. – 6 p.m.
Wednesday | 10 a.m. – 6 p.m.
Thursday | Special closure | December 25, January 1
Friday | 10 a.m. – 6 p.m.
Saturday | 10 a.m. – 6 p.m.
Sunday | 10 a.m. – 6 p.m.
