December has finally arrived and Christmas celebrations are in full swing here in Paris.
You may have already seen the ferris wheel and other rides lighting up the Paris skyline from the Christmas market in the Jardin des Tuileries. But you may not know about the many other markets around the city this month.
Whether you are on the hunt for the perfect gift or simply wanting to soak up some of the Christmas cheer with a cup of vin chaud, there is a Paris Christmas market that has something you’re looking for.
There is likely to be one or two in your arrondissement to enjoy locally.
Here is our list of top picks:
Marché de Noël Notre Dame
Square René Viviani. Marché de Noël Notre Dame.
A classic French christmas market in Square René Viviani in the 5th arrondissement with regional foods like foie gras, macarons and warm chestnuts, local crafts, and artisan gifts.
The market will run from Friday 10th to Sunday 26th December.
Saint-Germain-des-Prés
Village de Noël Saint-Germain-des-Prés. Paris Info.
Grab a cup of vin chaud after class at the Village de Noël at Place Saint-Germain-de-Prés. This is the closest market to Reid Hall and is running from Monday 20 November to Sunday 26 December. The stalls range from souvenirs to soaps, truffles to Tibetan clothing.
Station F
Station F. Melinda Davan-Soulas. LCI.fr
Station F is the hub of start ups in Paris and this year they will be hosting their own Christmas market to showcase local small businesses. The market will feature local products crafts, food, beauty and fashion sold by the makers themselves on Saturday 11 and Sunday 12 December.
Le Hasard Ludique
Marché de Noël du Hasard Ludique. Paris Secret.
La Hasard Ludique is a creative space in an abandonned train station and rail track on Avenue de Saint-Ouen. This December, they are hosting 3 themed Christmas markets over the course of the month:
- Saturday 4 and Sunday 5: Black owned businesses
- Saturday 11 and Sunday 12: All Things Vegan
- Saturday 18 and Sunday 19: Products made locally in the 18th Arrondissement
Honorable Mentions:
Marché de l’Hôtel de Ville
Marché de la Tour Eiffel