Christmas tree guide

Quand devrait-on retirer nos sapins de Noël ? Quand devrait-on retirer nos sapins de Noël ? Quand devrait-on retirer nos sapins de Noël ? Quand devrait-on retirer nos sapins de Noël ?

Christmas Tree: How long can you keep it up? Discover the traditional dates for taking it down

The holiday season has ended, but the twinkling lights remain and the Christmas tree still stands proudly in the living room: should we keep it a bit longer or start saying goodbye? The timing for taking down the Christmas tree depends as much on tradition as on our personal desire to extend — or not — the holiday magic. Here’s a roundup of the different views on the optimal moment to pack away the ornaments and tinsel for good.
Marché de Noël de la Défense 2025, les photos - A7C00908Marché de Noël de la Défense 2025, les photos - A7C00908Marché de Noël de la Défense 2025, les photos - A7C00908Marché de Noël de la Défense 2025, les photos - A7C00908

The giant Christmas market at La Défense 2025, with an ice rink, crafts, and entertainment on the program.

The Christmas Market at La Défense sets up shop on the Parvis in the Hauts-de-Seine for its 30th edition, running from November 13 to December 28, 2025. Visitors can explore over 300 chalets, enjoy a central ice rink, meet Father Christmas daily, and participate in festive activities throughout the season.
Vitrines et sapin de Noël des Galeries Lafayettes avec Clara Luciani - photosVitrines et sapin de Noël des Galeries Lafayettes avec Clara Luciani - photosVitrines et sapin de Noël des Galeries Lafayettes avec Clara Luciani - photosVitrines et sapin de Noël des Galeries Lafayettes avec Clara Luciani - photos

Christmas window displays and giant Christmas tree at Galeries Lafayette, inauguration in photos with Clara Luciani

Galeries Lafayette unveils its 2025 Christmas decorations on Boulevard Haussmann in Paris with a beautiful inauguration ceremony attended by Clara Luciani! This year, illustrator Jeanne Detallante has designed the Christmas window displays and decorated the giant Christmas tree under the famous dome, from November 12, 2025, to December 31, 2025.