With a massive ferris wheel, gorgeous light installations, and 60+ wooden chalets selling all kinds of wonderful gifts and treats, the Nice Christmas Market is by far one of the best Christmas markets to visit in the South of France. If you’re currently planning your own trip, or simply curious about what Nice Christmas Market … Read more
While they’re known locally as ‘villages de Saint-Nicolas’ (or Saint-Nicholas villages), there’s no denying the magic of the Nancy Christmas Market scene, no matter what name it goes by. From various themed villages scattered around town to Christmas classics like a large ferris wheel and skating rink, Nancy is truly a hidden gem Christmas destination … Read more
While perhaps not as well known as the Christmas markets of Strasbourg and Colmar, the Mulhouse Christmas Market (pronounced mull-lose) is one of the most visited Xmas market destinations in the Alsace region of France. Famous for its annual Christmas fabric (a nod to the city’s history in the textile trade), this market is conveniently … Read more
If you’re hoping to experience an enchanting Christmas atmosphere with a Mediterranean twist, look no further than the beautiful Montpellier Christmas Market (also known in French as the Hivernales de l’Esplanade), one of the most popular Christmas events in Southern France. With more than 90 chalets selling all kinds of delicious Christmas market food and … Read more
Known for its dazzling light installations, the French city of Montbéliard becomes a true Christmas wonderland every year. In addition to its famous Christmas Lights (Lumières de Noël) programme, the Montbéliard Christmas Market provides visitors with an opportunity to browse 170+ vendors selling all kinds of handmade gifts and tasty Christmas market food. If you’re … Read more
Christmas is a holiday taken seriously in the French city of Metz, where all the most important squares are decked out in festive decor throughout the Advent period, alongside plenty of delightful Christmas programming. Considered one of the best Christmas markets in Northeastern France, the Metz Christmas market is a definite highlight of any winter … Read more
Every year during the festive season, the central gardens of Menton become a wintery Christmas wonderland, with a sprawling ice rink, towering ferris wheel, and enchanting light installations as far as the eye can see. If you’re currently planning your own trip, or simply curious about what the Christmas in Menton is like, then we’re … Read more
Taking place each year at the Quai de la Fraternité at Marseille’s Old Port, the Marseille Christmas Market is a fairly tame affair with about 40 wooden chalets selling Christmas market food, and a variety of gifts and souvenirs to bring home. And while it may not be as grand and extravagant as some of … Read more
For over 30 years, the Lille Christmas Market (known locally as the Village de Noël Lille, or Lille Christmas Village) has been a signature festive event in Northern France, attracting thousands of visitors from France and beyond. If you’re currently planning your own trip, or simply curious about what Lille Christmas Market is like, then … Read more
While it takes place on only one day a year, the Lubersac Christmas Market is a highlight of the local festive calendar, and offers plenty of great gifts and eats for locals and tourists alike. If you’re currently planning your own trip, or simply curious about what Lubersac Christmas Market is like, then we’re here … Read more