In Paris, luxury houses on Avenue Montaigne (notably Dior) have turned their building fronts into massive illuminated art installations, becoming a primary "non-market" tourist draw. 3. The 2026 French Christmas Market Guide
It was Christmas Eve, and the house was no longer just a house; it was a vessel of anticipation. french christmas celebration part 2 new
If you thought the sparkling lights of the Champs-Élysées were all there is to a French Christmas, prepare to have your festive horizons expanded. While Part 1 of our series touched on the initial magic of the season, French Christmas Part 2 In Paris, luxury houses on Avenue Montaigne (notably
French celebrations are increasingly blending heritage with modern sensibilities. If you thought the sparkling lights of the
One more new thing? In Eastern France, they have Christkindelsmärik – a medieval Christmas market in Strasbourg that inspired the world. And in the Alps, they sing Les Chants de Noël while eating raclette.
Strictly speaking, this is (January 6th), but for the French, Christmas doesn't end until la galette is eaten.