From the end November, all of Alsace eagerly welcomes you to share the most marvellous of all the holidays. Alsace at Christmastime is unique, welcoming you with warmth and generosity, good food and drink and a magical ambience!

The magic of Christmas; Christmas markets; Shows & events; Experiences; Christmas itineraries; Planning

Every year, the Christmas markets come around again to get us into the festive spirit. A world filled with the aromas of delicious treats, treasure troves of handicrafts and streets filled wooden chalets decked with lights.

Meet the legendary characters of Christmas in Alsace Enter the world of the fabulous and enchanting characters of an Alsatian Christmas. St Nicolas, Hans Trapp and Christkindel invite you to experience the most legendary of Christmases!

In the picturesque streets of Colmar, the succession of stalls, Christmas decorations and lights will sweep you up in the magic of the Christmas season. Wherever you look, you will be spellbound. Truly the place to be for a genuinely exceptional Christmas experience!

Dec 26, 2024 · In Alsace, Christmas markets usually open on the last weekend in November. In some towns, they may open the weekend before the official start date. Certain Christmas markets are also open between Christmas and New Year.

As Christmas approaches, Strasbourg gets decked out in all its finery. At the end of the afternoon, as night draws in, the magic begins to work across the city. Thousands of Christmas lights and decorations sparkle and twinkle to create a bewitching atmosphere in the Alsatian capital.

A magical world populated with amazing, fantastic characters from ancient legends is revealed during the Christmas in Alsace. A period of merry-making punctuated by a plethora of activities and entertainments.

The destination of choice for food lovers at any time, Alsace really puts all it’s got into its Christmas fare. From delicately spiced mulled wine to soft mannele to crunchy bredele, enjoy the many delicious treats that help to make an Alsatian Christmas the …

Whatever it is you love about Christmas, Alsace offers you the chance to truly immerse yourself in the festivities. From iconic sites to hidden gems, why not try some of our itineraries? They all guarantee you will experience a Christmas like never before!