PARIS

Along the picturesque Champs-Elysees, to admire the charm of wooden houses, passing through the picturesque church of Notre Dame where stands the great fir Christmas, for next December 8 we enter the Christmas atmosphere in the City of Lights

Christmas market on the Champs-Elysées

The Christmas market on the Champs-Elysees is one of the most beautiful, part of the famous tree-lined boulevard that cuts through the city of Paris. The market stretches from the roundabout of the Champs Elysees to the Place de la Concorde, where is located a majestic Ferris wheel, to finish the walk among the stalls with a spectacular view of the city. This Christmas Market is ideal for shoppers, who can combine purchases to stand with the more canonical to the shops on the boulevard.

Christmas Market at the Eiffel Tower

Inevitable in Paris is the Christmas Market under the Eiffel Tower, which takes place in the last days of December, between Christmas and New Year. Nothing more romantic than a walk in full Christmas spirit, including lights, colors and sounds of Christmas in the city of love and under the symbol most beautiful …

Christmas Market Defense

In the district of ultra modern Défense, the largest square in the Grand Arch, the beautiful arch modern glass and iron that is at the heart of the neighborhood, is set up the so-called Arche de Noel, the largest Christmas market in Paris.

There is talk of an area of about 10 000 square meters, which are hosted over 350 chalets exhibitors from all over France and much of Europe. The contrast here is created between the modern skyscrapers and the tradition of the market is truly unique and fascinating, making it one of the most visited in the whole city. The area is tinged with magic stalls of Christmas decorations and gift ideas, ethnic and wool sweets and treats of all kinds and from all regions of France. Among the many delicacies, are not to be missed sandwiches which is poured the melted cheese.

The key feature of this Christmas Market is the ability to propose items of tradition but also modern design, in line with the architecture of the place.

Christmas Market Place Saint Sulpice

From December 10 on the Place Saint Sulpice is an important Christmas Market (Le Village du Pere Noel). Between craft and tradition, visitors wander among the wooden chalet located on the church square, maybe munching on one of the extraordinary culinary proposals or sipping many typical drinks. All this takes place in a setting very well cared for, played on the blue and silver, in a place full of history in the heart of the Quartier Latin.

Market Saint Germain des Prés

In the sixth arondissement in Saint Germain des Prés, close to Notre Dame and the Latin Quarter, 25 wooden cabins are set up which create a small piece of Christmas atmosphere in the city center, in front of the bar near Les Deux Magots and the Café de Flore.

There are Christmas markets in other districts of Paris. There is a Christmas market specializing in arts and crafts on the square of the Cathedral of Notre Dame in front of the beautiful church. In the districts of Montmartre, Pigalle and Trinity there is great expectation for the Marché de Noël to be held on the Place des Abbesses. Other markets are expected to Place de la Nation, the Tour Montparnasse in front of the Gare Montparnasse, Gare de l’Est and the Trocadero gardens.

Marché de Noël de Montparnasse – Up to the end of December the appointment to enjoy good regional products at the Christmas Market in Montparnasse. Among the stalls of the city you can find many delicacies from honey and jams, cold meats through a good selection of wines and cheeses.

Opening Markets:

Every day from 10:00 to 19:00

Marché de Noël, Gare de l’est – The delightful market offers the general public a wide range of decorations and fabrics and for the sweet tooth, the choice is between traditional cakes, pretzels, bread spices, chocolate, foie gras, wine, grappa. Not to be missed. The market will be held December 5 to 17, 2012.

This year for the first time Paris offers an alternative Christmas Market, which really breaks with any previous and is completely out of the ordinary is MINT, the Marché de Noël International Tropical, a Christmas Market set in the warm atmosphere of the Tropics !

The message you want to convey is that Christmas is not just a winter festival, but it is the feast of all those who live with involvement, they are located at the poles or in tropical countries. And, indeed, the idea is to emphasize precisely that of a joyous celebration, exaltation of freedom and the will to live, that Christmas takes on its own flavor in hot countries.

The purpose of the event is to recreate in Paris a huge Christmas market that summarizes all the experiences of Christmas in regions such as the Caribbean, but also in Africa and other tropical destinations. A super market then, where to find a colorful mix that will range from crafts to clothing, from jewelery to spices, of course, with the presence of many delicious culinary delights.

The exhibitors will be 150, from 45 countries in Africa and the main French overseas destinations, the Caribbean in the first place. The exhibition hall will cover more than 5000 square meters, which range in more than 8 sectors, from fashion to more than a hundred of gift ideas in a classic or contemporary program presented in a magical and unexpected.

Christmas markets outside Paris

They also play the Christmas Markets outside Paris. Among the most important, to Versailles and to Eurodisney. Disney Village, as well as sets of lights and colors, you can find specialties and handicrafts, with the added value of having available a few steps all the attractions of Disneyland to spend a relaxing and enjoyable holiday season with a Christmas the whole family.

15.11.2013 – 01.05.2014
Christmas market on the Champs Elysées
Champs Elysees

Monday – Thursday from 10.00 to 22.00

Friday and Saturday until 24:00

11/23/2013 – 01/03/2014
Christmas Market at the Eiffel Tower
Tour Eiffel – Port de Suffren

every day from 10 to 19, Friday and Saturday until 24:00

27/11/2013 – 28/12/2013
Christmas Market at La Défense
District of La Défense, 92

Saturday from 9.30 to 20.00
Sunday – Friday from 11 to 19:30

Closed on December 25.

15.11.2013 – 01.05.2014
Christmas Market on Place Saint Sulpice

every day from 10 to 23 , Friday and Saturday until 24 pm

01.12.2013 – 24.12.2013
Christmas Market in Saint Germain des Prés

every day from 10 to 20

12/14/2013 – 23/12/2013
Christmas Market of Notre Dame

daily from 10 am to 19 pm

11/29/2013 – 01/01/2014
Markets Montmartre РPigalle РTrinit̩
Place des Abbesses

daily from 10 am to 17 pm

01.12.2013 – 24.12.2013
Christmas Market at Place de la Nation

every day from 10 to 20

04/12/2013 – 01/02/2014
Christmas Market at the Tour Montparnasse
Place Raoul Dautry – 33 avenue du Maine

Every day from 10 to 20

16.12.2013 – 02.01.2014 from 10 to 19
Christmas Market in the Trocadero gardens

11.08.2013 -06.01.2014
Christmas Market Eurodisney
Disneyland Park