Visit Paris: Top ten Christmas Markets
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If the thought of struggling to find a parking space and buying yet another pair of socks fills you with doom, a short break to Paris could be just the ticket to put the fun back into Christmas shopping.
In Paris you’ll find some of the best – and most elegant - Christmas markets in Europe. At the beginning of December, the French capital offers a great selection of traditional-style chalets and tastefully decorated stalls across the city.
The markets sell a variety of goods from crafts and trinkets to clothing and decorations, and are illuminated with twinkling fairy lights late into the evening.
The Ten Best Christmas Markets that Paris has to offer are:
1. Place Saint Sulpice
Dates: November 29th- December 2nd, December 6th- 11th, December 6th - 24th
Address: Place Saint-Sulpice 75006 6eme, Paris.
Nearest Metro: Saint Sulpice
One of the busiest markets in the city is actually three fairs rolled into one grand event. The “Village de Noel”, which is a Christmas Village, opens for the month. The square is transformed into an artist’s showcase, where 60 artists gather to sell their work. At the beginning of December, local groups and charities sell their art and produce, including reasonably priced hand-made cards. Scrumptious French-Canadian products will also be available (try the maple syrup lollipops).
2. Marche Saint- Germain
Dates: December 5th-31st
Address: Place Saint- Germain Des Pres, 75006, 6eme, Paris.
Nearest Metro: Saint-Germain-des-Pres
In the bustling Latin Quarter, this market attracts big crowds next to the L’Eglise Saint-Germain. It’s a traditional market, with local produce and seasonal activities.
3. Maison d’Alsace
Dates: December 1st- 28th
Address: 39, Avenue des Champs-Elysees, 75008. 8eme, Paris.
Nearest Metro: Etoile
The biggest Christmas market in France may be located in Strasbourg, but this collection of stalls is its smaller, less crowded twin. It’s known for selling plenty of French and German produce, such as pain d’epices and vin chaud. These are sold alongside retro wooden toys and handmade tree decorations. The most magical feature of all, however, is a giant (700-square-meter) advent calendar, counting down the days until Santa’s annual visit.
4. La Defense
Dates: November 29th- December 29th
Address: Metro La Muette
Nearest Metro: La Defense.
This may be out on the outskirts, but is very accessible and is not only one of the biggest, but also one of the more established Parisian Christmas markets. It has a vast amount of fairy lights and decorations. Best to go in the evenings, when everything is switched on. If shopping among the stalls gets too much, a quick skate on the ice rink will help you get back into the mood.
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