If you love the magic of Christmas season, you’ll definitely love to spend it in Paris! Aside from the many Christmas lights and decorations, there is one thing that is very popular throughout the city: Christmas Markets!
There are so many that it’s hard to know which one to choose. I’ve made a selection of the best markets that you shouldn’t miss!
Notre Dame’s Christmas Market
📍 Square René Viviani, quai Montebello
- From November 28 to December 25 2025 included
- Cité station - line 4, RER B
This market faces the iconic cathedral, in the heart of the Latin Quarter, making it a unique experience!
What makes it special?
- With a focus on craft it presents artisans stalls with jewelry, handmade toys, ceramics, paintings, mosaics, textiles and more.
- And of course stalls with the best french regional foods: macarons, gingerbread, foie gras, pretzels, cheeses, homemade pastries, nougat, cured meats from the south, roasted chestnuts, mulled wine…
- It’s perfect for souvenir shopping and soaking in the historic Paris ambiance!
Swiss Christmas Village in Paris
📍 Place Fontaine-aux-Lions (Parc De La Villette), 211 avenue Jean Jaurès
- From November 20 to December 28 2025
- Porte de pantin station - line 5
On the northeast corner of Paris, La Villette is a huge park, known to be a place of culture, with its museums and concert halls. People come there to enjoy open-air events, exhibitions, music, and relaxing walks. In Christmas season, part of the park hosts a “Christmas Village”. This year, it celebrates Swiss tradition.
Switzerland is a neighboring country of France, and a big part of the country speaks french. Half of Switzerland is crossed by the Alps mountains, so Swiss people love Christmas and have delicious traditional food like spicy hot wine or fondu (melted cheese in a pot, to eat with croutons).
What makes it special?
- Celebrate Swiss traditions — mountain vibes, wooden chalets, and alpine décor.
- Foods: spiced mulled wine, cheese fondue, raclette, and Swiss pastries.
- Activities for all ages: storytelling, face painting, creative workshops, nostalgic merry-go-round, concerts, stilt walkers, fire shows, and other surprises!
- And the cherry on top, the Ice rink!
It’s the best Christmas market for families, with lots of activities for adults and kids to enjoy!
Alsatian Christmas Market in Paris
📍 Parvis de la Gare de l'Est - côté rue d'Alsace
- From November 29 to December 14 2025
- Gare de l’Est station - line 4, 5, 7
Alsace is a region in the north-east of France, right next to the German border. They are well-known for their foods, loved throughout France. If you’re a foodie this market it for you!
What makes it special?
- Tasty regional products: small cakes and gingerbread, foie gras and charcuterie, fresh pasta, jams, wines, crémants, and brandies and many more!
- With the traditional decorations and rustic wooden stalls you will fall in love with the charm of the eastern style markets!
- The perfect opportunity to try specialties from eastern France!
Montmartre Christmas Market
📍 Place des Abbesses
- Date TBA
- Abbesses metro station - line 12
Set in the bohemian heart of Montmartre, near the Sacré-Cœur, this small but picturesque, surrounded by cobblestone streets and artists’ studios is definitely worth the hike!
What makes it special?
- Local craftsmen and designers sell handmade gifts and winter treats.
- Festive lights and street performances enhance the village vibe of Montmartre, creating a magical atmosphere.
- It offers a magical winter walk with beautiful panoramic views over Paris, love it!
Jardin des Tuileries
📍 Jardin des Tuileries
- From November 14, 2025 to January 4, 2026
- Tuileries station - line 1 ; Concorde station - line 1, 8, 12
Central and elegant. This Christmas market sits right between the Louvre and Place de la Concorde.
What makes it special?
- Its ice rink and other attractions like the ferris wheel and fairground rides almost makes it looks like it’s a amusement park.
- Chalets selling regional delicacies, handmade gifts, and festive decorations.
- Food stands with mulled wine and crêpes.
Merry Christmas!
If you’re coming to Paris during Christmas season, you definitely should go to a Christmas Market. With their merry vibes, traditional foods and crafts stalls, those markets are the best opportunity to discover French traditions from all over the country!
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