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A Cozy, Family-Friendly Christmas Market at Paris City Hall
Discover the family-friendly Christmas Market at Paris City Hall, set among sparkling fir trees, festive chalets, and a beautiful Belle Epoque carousel. With warm treats, children’s activities, and a stunning nightly light show on Hôtel de Ville, this cozy holiday village captures Parisian winter magic.
A Dazzling Christmas Glow at Galeries Lafayette, Paris
Step inside Galeries Lafayette for a stunning look at the 2023 Christmas tree and its full light show beneath the iconic Parisian dome. This wide-angle tour captures the magic, colors, and festive traditions that make the department store one of the most enchanting holiday destinations in Paris.
A Magical Christmas Feast at the Marché de Noël in the Tuileries Garden
Wander through the Jardin des Tuileries Christmas market, nestled before the Louvre, in this festive food tour. From raclette and oysters to hot chocolate and artisan gifts, the market glows with lights, music, and holiday cheer - a Parisian winter dream.
A Snowy Christmas Escape at BHV Marais - Watch the Window Magic
It’s a quiet evening in Paris, and the department store windows of Le BHV Marais come alive with stories of winter magic. The Christmas windows are designed around a winter visit to the Swiss Alps, with each scene shimmering in delicate whites and silvery greys, capturing the charm of a snowy alpine holiday.
Christmas in Paris 2025 Dates & Locations
Celebrate Christmas in Paris with curated itineraries for Bon Marché and Galeries Lafayette. Indulge in festive shopping, gourmet treats, iconic window displays, concerts, and winter strolls through the City of Light, all while experiencing the magic and elegance of a Parisian holiday.
Part Four, Best Strasbourg Hotels: Elegant Stays & Seasonal Tips for Alsace
Strasbourg offers refined stays for every season, from modern pop-art retreats to riverside five-star elegance. With thoughtful tips for spring rains, summer heat, autumn nights, and winter’s chill, this guide helps you choose the perfect base for exploring Alsace with comfort and quiet sophistication.
Part Three, Colmar Day Trip Guide: A Refined Alsace Itinerary from Strasbourg
A Colmar day trip offers a gentle escape into Alsace’s storybook charm. With an easy train ride, elegant dining, and nearby villages like Kaysersberg and Riquewihr, the region invites slow exploration. Whether in summer’s warmth or winter’s sparkling markets, Colmar remains a timeless French retreat.
Part Two, Best Strasbourg Restaurants: An Elegant Guide to Alsatian Cuisine
Strasbourg’s culinary scene blends Alsatian heritage with refined French artistry. From rustic winstubs to celebrated pâtisseries, each stop offers a taste of the region’s soul. This curated guide reveals the city’s finest restaurants, unforgettable cheeses, and beloved bakeries worth crossing town for.
Part One, Colmar & Strasbourg: A Winter Guide to Alsace’s Christmas Markets
Colmar’s winding festival streets and Strasbourg’s storied Christkindelsmärik offer an unforgettable winter pilgrimage. From half-timbered charm to historic squares aglow with light, Alsace reveals its magic at every turn. A serene, snow-kissed guide to France’s most enchanting Christmas towns.
Christmas in Strasbourg & Colmar: A Winter Journey Through Alsace
Strasbourg and Colmar offered a rare, quiet enchantment during a winter shaped by calculated risks. From glowing Christmas markets to timeless Alsatian streets, this journey revealed the tender magic of the season soft, present, and full of wonder. A poetic escape into France’s holiday spirit.
Hello Autumn in Paris: Your 5-Day Magical Journey - Day Five
Day Five of the Free Five-Day Paris Autumn Itinerary leads you through Montmartre its hillside charm, ivy-clad streets, art-filled corners, and feline-inhabited cemetery. From Moulin Rouge to Sacré-Cœur, experience a day where Paris’s creative soul and autumn light meet in timeless beauty.
Hello Autumn in Paris: Your 5-Day Magical Journey - Day Four
Day Four of the Free Five-Day Paris Autumn Itinerary invites you to explore the Latin Quarter, Ile Saint Louis, and the Louvre gardens. Sip chai at Café Kitsune, wander through golden leaves, and lose yourself in bookshops like Shakespeare & Co and Abbey Bookstore a perfect literary Parisian day.
Hello Autumn in Paris: Your 5-Day Magical Journey - Day Three
Venture beyond Paris on Day Three of the Free Five-Day Autumn Itinerary. In just 26 minutes by train, discover Château de Chantilly a fairytale escape of art, equestrian shows, forest walks, and antique treasures. Experience a day rich in French history, elegance, and seasonal beauty.
Hello Autumn in Paris : Your 5-Day Magical Journey - Day One
Step into autumn’s golden light with a five-day Paris itinerary designed for literary dreamers and lovers of cozy beauty. Wander through the Marais, shop for vintage sweaters, sip coffee beneath falling leaves, and rediscover Parisian charm through every thoughtful stop and story.
Georges de La Tour: The Exhibition Paris Residents Are Lining Up to See
Georges de La Tour at Musée Jacquemart-André: Candlelight, Craft & a Parisian Hidden Gem
Christmas in Paris, Where to Go
Celebrate Christmas in Paris with curated itineraries for Bon Marché and Galeries Lafayette. Indulge in festive shopping, gourmet treats, iconic window displays, concerts, and winter strolls through the City of Light, all while experiencing the magic and elegance of a Parisian holiday.
Shopping & Gift Giving
Celebrate the magic of Paris holiday shopping and gift giving. From artisanal ceramics at Astier de Villatte to festive markets like La Fabrique du Père Noël, discover boutiques, pop-ups, and exhibitions offering elegant, creative, and sustainable gifts. Experience timeless traditions and Parisian holiday charm.
Holiday Traditions in France
Experience the magic of holiday traditions in France, from regional customs and festive markets to iconic foods like Bûche de Noël, blending heritage, warmth, and timeless Parisian charm.
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