From December 2nd to December 30th, 2009

The Soleils d'Hiver (Winter Suns) festival puts Anger in a festive mood with Christmas lights, a traditional and socially-responsible Christmas market, games and creative workshops in Santa's Workshop (on Place Maurice Saillant), a program of street events for young and old alike, a circus, “Bazar Divers”, an artists market, etc. The historic center and shopping area will be dressed in lights for the occasion and will come to life with chalet stalls and festively decorated streets. All of your senses will be awaked by the crafts, Christmas decorations, and the smell of hot chocolate wafting through the streets.

From November 28th to December 24th, 2009

This year the Caen Christmas market celebrates its 12th anniversary at the Parc des Expositions expo center. It is very cosmopolitan and features lots of crafts from the far reaches of the world. In all, there are 53 chalet-style stalls selling Christmas products and crafts: nativity figurines, foie gras, Christmas desserts, gingerbread, Belgian waffles, plants, art objects, home deco, clothing, leather goods, jewelry, etc. New activities, lots of surprises, and the star attraction - a ski path through an enchanted forest!

From November 27th to December 26th, 2009

Discover the biggest Christmas Market in the west of France in Nantes! Among the delicious smells of mulled wine and cinnamon, 100 chalet-style stalls in 2 sites (Place du Commerce and Place Royale) offer you a wide range of traditional and innovative products: stuffed toys, candles, jewelry, ornaments, ceramics, arts and crafts, chocolates, ginger bread, foie gras... and crafts from all over the world.

From December 2nd to December 25th, 2009

The 10th annual Orleans Christmas market will be held from December 2nd to 25th, 2009 on Place Martroi, Place de la Republique, and Place De Gaulle. The entertainment program includes: an outdoor skating rink, activities, street theater, holiday lights, Santa's house, etc.

November 27th to December 27th, 2009

The traditional Christmas market is back, on Place du Parlement, with mulled wine and tartiflette (potatoes and cheese au gratin), Christmas lights, small gifts, crafts, Christmas decorations, and cones filled with fried dough for your sweet tooth! A magical atmosphere to discover with your family and a nice place to finish off a December evening. Also discover the Christmas art market in Rennes, running from November 29th to December 24th.

November 28th to January 3rd, 2010

The Christmas market has now become a tradition in Rouen: this village of chalets sets up shop in the square of the Notre-Dame Cathedral in a magnificent setting, enhanced by the profusion of lights and serenaded with Christmas carols. Regional and handcrafted products from all over the world are showcased in these little wooden houses: woolens, ceramics, fabrics, lamps, candles, incense, jewelry, wooden toys, sculptures, paintings, maple syrup, gourmet specialties, etc. Hunt down an original Christmas gift while sipping a delicious glass of mulled wine or munching on roasted chestnuts. Kids will also enjoy themselves while riding a donkey, ice-skating in the rink, applauding the performers, or whispering their wish list in Santa's ear.

December 2009

The Tours Christmas market on Boulevard Heurteloup brings together vendors offering a variety of handcrafted holiday products: replicas of old toys, decorative objects, tableware, handicrafts, jewelry, etc. A gourmet food stand features local products (“rillons” and “rillettes” meat products, white nougat from Tours, chocolate, gingerbread, etc.) Let's not forget Santa's house and lots of other activities...