Strasbourg: the capital of Christmas
Strasbourg's Christmas market, nicknamed "Christkindelsmärik" (Christ Child Market), is undoubtedly the most emblematic and one of the oldest in Europe. Located in the heart of Strasbourg's historic center, a UNESCO World Heritage site, the market attracts millions of visitors every year. Hundreds of chalets sell handcrafted decorations, wooden toys, Alsatian pastries such as Bredele (Christmas cookies) and specialties like sauerkraut and mulled wine. Each year, different themes are explored, and a variety of animations, such as concerts, shows and parades, complete the experience. The Strasbourg Christmas Market is also distinguished by its desire to preserve and enhance Alsatian traditions, while integrating modern elements. The event is a cultural crossroads, combining history, craftsmanship, gastronomy and festive spirit. It symbolizes Christmas
Camping de Strasbourg **** Located 3 km from Strasbourg's historic center, this campsite invites you to stay in one of its 92 chalets, trailers or cottages. During your stay, you'll also enjoy breakfast, table tennis, bike rental, a café-resto and a convenience store. The Strasbourg campsite is open all year round.
Colmar: An enchanting setting
The Colmar Christmas market, located in the heart of Alsace, is one of the region's most famous and picturesque. Every year, the town is transformed into a veritable fairytale, attracting thousands of visitors to admire its fairy-tale decorations, sparkling illuminations and stalls brimming with handcrafted treasures. The market takes place in several of the city's most emblematic locations, including Place des Dominicains, Place Jeanne d'Arc, Place de l'Ancienne-Draperie and Petite Venise. Each district has its own charm and unique atmosphere. Colmar's medieval and Renaissance architecture, with its colorful half-timbered houses, provides the backdrop for this magical event. The warm, friendly atmosphere is enhanced by the smells of mulled wine, gingerbread and roasted chestnuts wafting through the air.
Camping de l'Ill *** Horbourg-Wihr: Located less than 4 km from Colmar city center, Camping de l'Ill offers 30 rentals on a total surface area of 5 hectares. It offers all the comforts you could wish for, including washing machines, tumble dryers, linen hire, internet access, a bar, a mini-market and a restaurant/snack bar, as well as bike hire and table tennis for on-site leisure activities. Motorhomes are allowed inside the site with a Flot Bleu terminal. Open from April to January.
Annecy: Christmas market by the lake
Annecy's Christmas market is one of the most eagerly awaited events of the winter season in Haute-Savoie. With its picturesque streets decorated with garlands of lights and historic facades adorned with Christmas trees and decorations. The market takes place mainly around the Palais de l'Isle, one of Annecy's landmarks, and in the surrounding streets. The wooden chalets, typical of Christmas markets, are home to a multitude of artisans and creators offering handcrafted products and local specialties: wooden objects and toys, handmade jewelry, as well as gastronomic specialties from the region, such as Savoyard fondue, tartiflettes, cheeses and sweet viennoiseries. Visitors can also enjoy a wide range of entertainment, including concerts, street shows, horse-drawn carriage rides and, of course, a visit from Santa Claus, who attracts children and families alike. The warm, friendly atmosphere makes this market a magical place.
Camping L'Escale *** in Grand-Bornand, with 37 rentals and 58 motorhome spaces. Ideally located between river and forest (50 m for each). Here you can enjoy horseback riding, hiking, paragliding, skiing and BMX. Ideal for winter sports and the Annecy Christmas market, 30 km away.
Lyon: Christmas Market and Festival of Lights
The Lyon Christmas Market and the Fête des Lumières are two emblematic events that light up the city every year, making it a must-see destination during the festive season. These two Lyon traditions, part of the city's DNA, attract thousands of visitors who come to discover the magic of Christmas through crafts, lights and a festive atmosphere. Lyon's Christmas market is a veritable rendezvous for lovers of handicrafts and local specialties. It takes place every year on Place Carnot, in the heart of the Presqu'île, in a magical setting. More than 150 wooden chalets are set up, offering a wide variety of products: crafts, Christmas decorations, but also regional culinary specialties such as the famous pralines, hot chestnuts, cheeses and mulled wine. It's a true immersion in the magic of Christmas, where you can stroll among the stalls, savor the delights and find gifts that are out of the ordinary.
The Lyon **** campsite in Dardilly is just 13 km from the center of Lyon. Open all year round, it welcomes you to a tranquil, green setting. For your comfort, you can stay in comfortable wooden chalets, mobile homes or caravans. For your leisure, ping-pong, pétanque, bike rental and great pizzas and aperitif boards in the café-restaurant, as well as breakfast formulas.
Bordeaux: A magical setting in the heart of the city
Bordeaux's Christmas market, one of the most emblematic in the Nouvelle-Aquitaine region, transforms the city center into a winter wonderland every year. Located mainly on Place Rohan, in front of the Hôtel de Ville, and stretching as far as Place Saint-Projet, the Christmas market attracts thousands of visitors from all over France and abroad. From the end of November, the city of Bordeaux lights up, immersing residents and tourists alike in a unique festive atmosphere. The Christmas market is one of the main attractions, with its decorated wooden chalets offering handicrafts, Christmas decorations, various objects, pottery and textiles for gift ideas, and a wide selection of gastronomic delights. The scents of mulled wine, roasted chestnuts and Christmas cookies fill the alleyways, inviting you to stroll and enjoy the magic of the festive season.
Camping Bordeaux Lac **** in Bruges, 8 km from the center of Bordeaux, is open all year round and welcomes you to a peaceful setting where comfortable lakeside chalets are waiting for you! 142 rentals, plus basketball, ping-pong, grocery store, bar, restaurant/snack bar, wifi and heated sanitary facilities, not to mention games for the kids. All the comforts you need for an ideal winter stay and a visit to Bordeaux and its Christmas market.
Metz: Lights and traditions in the historic center
Nestled in the historic heart of the city, the Christmas market transforms Metz into a veritable Christmas village, combining traditions, local craftsmen and spectacular illuminations. The Metz Christmas Market takes place in several locations around the city, but is mainly concentrated on the Place de la Cathédrale, a majestic spot dominated by the silhouette of Saint-Etienne's Cathedral. The large square is home to ornate wooden chalets offering local specialties and designer goods. The surrounding streets are also bustling with smaller markets and food stalls. The Christmas illuminations, particularly impressive in Place Saint-Louis and around the Cathedral, create a magical atmosphere. Light projections sometimes adorn the facades of monuments, giving the city an even more magical dimension. It's a sensory journey through the colors and scents of the festive season.
Aix-en-Provence: Provencal tradition and Christmas magic
Aix-en-Provence's Christmas market is one of the city's signature events during the festive season. Located in the heart of the historic center, on the Place des Prêcheurs, it transforms the city into a veritable Christmas village, where Provencal traditions mingle with the magic of Christmas. As soon as you enter the market, you're immediately immersed in a warm, festive atmosphere. Wooden huts, decorated with garlands of lights and fir trees, the scent of cinnamon, mulled wine and nougat mingle in the air, inviting passers-by to lose themselves in the market's aisles. In addition to all the toys and jewelry, you'll find santons, the little figurines characteristic of Provencal nativity scenes.