Paris Christmas Market Guide
Your Guide To Paris Christmas Market
There’s nothing like Christmas in Paris. The iconic city is illuminated with Christmas lights and wrapped in a festive glow. Paris is famous for its many Christmas markets that pop up all over the city, but it can be difficult to know which ones to visit during your trip. We’ve put together a list of the best Christmas markets in Paris to help you plan the perfect festive break in one of the world’s most magical cities.
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Planning a Christmas getaway in Paris? Our closest port to Paris is Dieppe; our Newhaven to Dieppe crossing runs regularly and takes around four hours. From Dieppe, it’s just under a 3-hour drive to Paris, and you can embark on your trip with no luggage restrictions, space for pets and Duty Free shopping on board!
Our Dunkirk and Calais crossings depart from Dover. The drive to Paris from each of these ports takes 3 to 4 hours, so you’ll be ready to enjoy the Paris Christmas markets in no time.
Discover our ferries to France to plan the Christmas holiday you’ve always dreamed of. From a Christmas break in Lille to the best Christmas markets in France in 2024, your festive trip begins here.
Christmas Village, La Defense Esplanade
When: November 14th – December 29th 2024
The La Defense Christmas Village is the biggest market in Paris and a must-visit if you’re looking for a lively market full of things to do. It’s nestled in Paris’s business district, so you can enjoy the festivities under the skyscrapers and dazzling city lights.
There are over 200 chalets, selling everything from artisanal products made by locals to regional wines. Head to the food court to enjoy warming, delicious delicacies like raclette, crepes and tartiflette while you soak in the lively atmosphere. There’s also a DJ playing your favourite Christmas tunes and plenty of family-friendly activities if you’re visiting the market with kids.
Notre-Dame Christmas Market
When: November 29th – December 25th 2024
Head to Square Viviani to wander through the Christmas markets in the shadow of one of Paris’s most famous landmarks, Notre-Dame. The historic square is decorated for the festive season, with stalls selling hand-crafted goods and local artisanal food.
Gastronomy is the focus of the Notre-Dame Christmas Market – stop by to sample famous French foods like saucisson and foie gras. You can also enjoy a warm glass of mulled wine while you browse the stalls.
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