Top 6 Christmas Markets in Paris 2025: Magic & Craftsmanship
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Winter gently settles over Paris. Shop windows glow, the scent of mulled wine mingles with roasted chestnuts, and the city slips into its shimmering winter coat.
In the 9th arrondissement, Maison Mère a four-star boutique hotel becomes a warm refuge where the magic of the holiday season truly comes alive.

This year, it’s impossible to resist wandering through Paris’s Christmas markets: places of sharing, creativity, and indulgence.

Top 6 Christmas Markets in Paris 2025: Magic & Craftsmanship ©Top 6 Christmas Markets in Paris 2025: Magic & Craftsmanship Paris Upside Down

1. Christmas Markets Near Maison Mère

  • 1 - The Tuileries Christmas Market: Magic & Tradition

Just a few metro stops from Maison Mère, this iconic market unfolds its sparkling chalets between the Louvre and Place de la Concorde.
A Ferris wheel, ice rink and seasonal treats create a festive atmosphere that enchants visitors every winter.
15 November 2025 – 5 January 2026

  • 2 — La Défense Christmas Market: The Largest Winter Village in Île-de-France

Easily accessible by metro from the 9th district, this spectacular market gathers more than 300 chalets under the illuminated towers of the business district.

Artisans from around the world, gourmet delights, decorations and live performances: a modern, lively winter experience.
13 November – 28 December 2025

 

Christmas Market -Tuileries ©Christmas Market -Tuileries

2. Traditional Christmas Markets in Paris 2025

  • 3 — The Tuileries Christmas Market: The Must-See

In the heart of the Jardin des Tuileries, this market blends Parisian elegance with festive spirit.
Between sparkling chalets, the Ferris wheel and the ice rink, Christmas reveals its most joyful and luminous side.
15 November 2025 – 5 January 2026

  • 4 — Notre-Dame Christmas Market: Craftsmanship & Old-World Charm

Set in Square René-Viviani, facing Notre-Dame, this intimate market transports visitors to a timeless Paris.
Ceramic artists, chocolatiers, fashion designers — a celebration of local craftsmanship under twinkling garlands and soft accordion melodies.
28 November – 25 December 2025

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3. Alternative & Modern Christmas Markets

  • 5 — La Villette Christmas Market: Family-Friendly & Festive

In the Place de la Fontaine-aux-Lions, the La Villette market is all about conviviality.
Rides, children's workshops and regional specialties bring joy to families seeking a lively, cheerful atmosphere.
20 November – 28 December 2025

  • 6 — La Défense Christmas Market: Immersion in a Giant Winter Village

Beneath the shimmering towers, this market brings together artisans from around the world, gourmet stalls and festive entertainment.
A spectacular experience where holiday magic meets urban energy.
13 November – 28 December 2025

Christmas at Maison Mère ©Christmas at Maison Mère

Stay at Maison Mère: Experience Christmas Like a Parisian

At Maison Mère, winter rhymes with warmth and togetherness.
The lounge glows softly, homemade pastries warm up the breakfast table, and evenings stretch out over a drink at Nectar restaurant.
A perfect starting point to explore the Christmas markets of Paris — on foot, by metro, or just around the corner.

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