Christmas and holidays

Contes et Histoires 2025: a theatrical candlelit tour at the Maison des Jardies in Sèvres

For the 2025 Christmas holidays, the Maison de Jardies, located in Sèvres (92), is offering original tours for families from January 2 to 4, 2026, as part of the new edition of the Contes et Histoires event, organized within the Monuments Nationaux.

Christmas 2025: 5 destinations to discover by train for the holiday season, departing from Paris

Want a change from the capital's lights this Christmas 2025? Go on, book your train ticket now to discover another destination, its Christmas market and its beautiful colors!

La Samaritaine's 2025 Christmas window displays put the ribbon at the heart of the holiday season.

For Christmas 2025, La Samaritaine is transforming into a huge gift waiting to be unwrapped. From November 5 to January 6, giant ribbons and swirls will snake their way from the grand staircase to the facade, while the iconic peacock will leave its fresco on the 5th floor to join in the fun and watch over your gifts.

Christmas Eve and New Year's Eve 2025-2026 at Parc Astérix

How about celebrating Christmas Eve or New Year's Eve 20254-2026 in hotels or at Parc Astérix? Whether with family, as a couple, or with friends, these are great ideas for a wonderful evening with a fun day out as a bonus.

The Voisins le Bretonneux Christmas Market 2025 in Yvelines, France

The 41st Voisins-le-Bretonneux Christmas Market returns to the Centre Sportif Les Pyramides on December 13 and 14, 2025. This festive event organized by the Centre socio-culturel Alfred-De-Vigny brings together some 80 exhibitors of crafts and gourmet products from the Yvelines region.

La Bûche de Noël du Mandarin Oriental Lutetia Paris 2025: the log of light by Nicolas Guercio

For Christmas 2025, the Mandarin Oriental Lutetia celebrates its 115th anniversary with an exceptional pastry creation. Chef Nicolas Guercio unveils the Lumière log, a creation that should dazzle everyone around the table this Christmas.

Films de Noël 2025: back on TF1 from October 13 at 2:25 p.m.

Christmas movies are back on TF1 from October 13, 2025 at 2:25pm, with new releases like Le trésor de Noël starring Lacey Chabert, and available on TF1+.

Nina Métayer's Yule logs 2025: Christmas in Alsace

Nina Métayer takes us on a journey to Alsace this year with her collection of 2025 Yule logs. From December 3 to 31 in her Paris boutiques, these creations revisit Alsatian traditions with exceptional savoir-faire. We tested them and tell you all about it.

Le Fabuleux Noël: an immersive show at the Château de Rambouillet for the festive season

From November 28 to December 21, 2025, the Château de Rambouillet in the Yvelines is celebrating its Fabulous Christmas, taking you on an immersive journey alongside enchanted spirits.

Christmas 2024 with Candlelight: three classical candlelight concerts, special Christmas music edition

Candlelight and its famous classical concerts by candlelight have three magical and moving moments in store for you from December 20 to 23, 2024, especially for Christmas. Charming evenings to enjoy with your loved ones in the prestigious settings of the Maison de l'Océan, the Salle Wagram and even the Eiffel Tower!

Fête des Lumières 2024: a light parade in Moret-sur-Loing (77) - CANCELLED FOR WEATHER CONDITIONS

The commune of Moret-sur-Loing, in Seine-et-Marne, invites us to take part in a magical journey, with a Festival of Lights open free to all, on Friday, December 7, 2024. Cancelled due to bad weather conditions.

The Lenôtre Christmas wreath log by Etiennne Leroy and the creations of fête 2024

For the festive season of 2024, Maison Lenôtre unveils a creation called "Gemmes" with the allure of a Christmas wreath. The creation, by World Pastry Champion Etienne Leroy, is a sublime Bûche de Noël Luge filled with gifts. Discover the gourmet treats and festive creations in store from the famous house this year.

Fleurs d'Hiver, the refined Mont-Blanc-inspired 2024 Yule log by Léandre Vivier at Burgundy

For this Christmas 2024 in Paris, Burgundy pastry chef Léandre Vivier unveils a beautiful Christmas log with the allure of a floral bouquet. Inspired by the Mont-Blanc, this creation breaks the mould and makes a lasting impression at your festive banquets.

Contes et Histoires 2024: a playful and mysterious Christmas at Château de Jossigny

The Château de Jossigny, rarely open to the public, is exceptionally welcoming families on December 23, 24, 26 and 27, 2024, for the Contes et Histoires des Monuments Nationaux event. A great idea for the Christmas vacations!

Jeffrey Cagnes 2024's delicious Yule logs revisit the great classics

Why not treat yourself to one or more of Jeffrey Cagnes' Christmas logs this Christmas 2024? As of December 16, you can discover his signature vanilla log and logs with revisited classics! A risk-free way to indulge yourself.

The enchanted sleigh: the fairytale Yule log at Cheval Blanc Paris 2024

For its 2024 Yule Log, Cheval Blanc Paris offers a gourmet experience that takes us into the Christmas imagination. The "Traineau Enchanté" (Enchanted Sleigh) imagined by Maxime Frédéric and his team. Available from December 20 to 25, this gourmet creation, combining chocolate and childhood memories, is sure to create a sensation on your holiday table.

The Royal Monceau Raffles Paris 2024 Yule Log by Yazid Ichemrahen, a tribute to the palace

Le Royal Monceau - Raffles Paris unveils its 2024 Yule log, signed by Yazid Ichemrahen and Alexandre Favre, the palace's new pastry chefs. Inspired by the emblematic red marquise that adorns the hotel's entrance, this creation combines chocolate, spices and caramel for a gourmet, refined holiday dessert.

Hauts-de-Seine: Santa Claus authorized to travel by sleigh with his reindeer thanks to a decree

On the night of December 24th to 25th, all the children are impatiently waiting for Santa Claus to come and visit them, and to make it easier for him to get around, a mayor in the Hauts-de-Seine department has issued a decree authorizing him to travel around with his sleigh!

Christmas Brunch 2023 at Maison Villeroy

Maison Villeroy, a small, confidential pocket luxury hotel with a fine Michelin-starred restaurant, is offering us an exceptional lunch for the day after Christmas Eve, on Monday December 25, 2023.

Sortiraparis advent calendar: great Parisian experiences to be won for Christmas

Christmas is coming, and to help you wait until December 25, we're unveiling our advent calendar of Parisian outings! On the program, you'll be able to win one of our editor's favorite experiences. Try your luck to win some magical surprises!