Vacances de noël guide - activities

Climb aboard the Christmas train at Rambolitrain, Rambouillet's railway museum

During the Christmas vacations, from December 27 to 28 and January 3 and 4, 2024, climb aboard the Christmas train that has arrived at Rambouillet station, directly inside the Rambolitrain.

Le Grand Noël au Château de Vaux-le-Vicomte 2023 unveils its magical program

Le Grand Noël at Château de Vaux-le-Vicomte returns to enchant the holiday season, from Saturday, November 18, 2023 to Sunday, January 7, 2024. In the enchanting setting of the Château, you'll be able to rediscover the magic of Christmas through immersive, constantly renewed experiences, with family and friends.

The natural ice rink in Provins (77), for the festive season

From December 8, 2023 to January 7, 2024, the medieval town of Provins, in the Seine-et-Marne region, is pulling out all the stops with the return of its huge natural ice rink for a month.

The 2023 Medieval Christmas Market in Provins: ball, banquet and magical entertainment on the programme

The medieval city of Provins invites you to celebrate Christmas on Saturday December 9 and Sunday December 10, 2023. It's the perfect opportunity to discover this legendary medieval Christmas market in the Seine-et-Marne region, during a festive weekend of holiday magic!

Christmas 2023: activities for a sporty festive season in Paris and the Île-de-France region

To help you digest raclettes, fondues and other winter delicacies, there are plenty of sporting activities in the capital to keep you active over the festive period! Skating rinks, running races or winter sports, there's plenty to do!

Christmas windows and tree at Galeries Lafayette Haussmann - photos

In Paris, the magic of Christmas returns to Galeries Lafayette for Christmas 2023. From November 15 to December 31, 2023, discover the animated window displays and the giant Christmas tree in the heart of the department store. For the occasion, we're off to meet the Little Girl and the Magic Paintbrush, inspired by "Noël de mes Rêves" by couturier Charles de Vilmorin. Take a look at images from the inauguration on Wednesday November 15, in the presence of Juliette Armanet, who gave us an exceptional showcase.

Transport: towards an SNCF strike during the Christmas vacations?

Like last year, a strike is looming for the 2023 Christmas vacations at SNCF, threatening travel for the festive season. The SUD Rail union is calling on the other three organizations to mobilize for a pay rise.

Le Bon Marché's 2023 Christmas window displays: XXL teddy bears and a magical, gourmet world

Le Bon Marché Rive Gauche unveils its Christmas windows on Friday November 10, 2023, from 5pm. This year, the department store is inviting giant bears to join in the festivities on the rue de Sèvres side, through gourmet scenes, from the bakery to the kitchen garden, via the scullery!

Les Vitrines de Noël du Printemps 2023 unveils, discover the inauguration with Catherine Deneuve

For the festive season, Printemps Haussmann unveiled its fabulous Christmas windows this Thursday, November 9, 2023, in the presence of iconic actress Catherine Deneuve! This year, greetings from all over the world, carried by messenger birds, will adorn the famous windows of the famous Parisian department store.

The BHV Marais 2023 Christmas window displays are unveiled, discover the inauguration in pictures

For Christmas 2023 in Paris, the BHV Marais puts the forest in the spotlight. From this November 8, 2023, you can discover the Christmas windows that bring the Rue de Rivoli to life during a stroll with your family, your loved ones or simply your friends and family. Find out what's in store.

Christmas lights 2023-2024: candy cane skies and Christmas tales at Bercy Village

Bercy Village lights up for the festive season, from November 16, 2023 to January 8, 2024! Discover Christmas treats above your head, in this alley transformed into a magical place. On the program: a gourmet stroll, an XXL selfie spot, Christmas tales, and of course, Santa Claus himself!

A contemporary Christmas: the 2023 Responsible Christmas Market at the Maif Social Club

The MAIF Social Club awaits you this year for its responsible, artistic and gourmet Christmas Market, on December 8 and 9, 2023, with many surprises on the program for the whole family!

Contes et Histoires 2023: a walk in the footsteps of great men at the Pantheon

The Panthéon invites families to discover its history through a strolling show, on the occasion of the national event Contes et Histoires 2023, from January 3 to 5, 2024.

Christmas: 5 destinations to discover for the festive season, departing from Paris stations

Looking for a change from the capital's Christmas lights? Book your train ticket now and discover another destination, its Christmas market and its beautiful colors!

Contes et Histoires 2023: a medieval Christmas at the Château de Vincennes

For the 2023 edition of Contes et Histoires, the Château de Vincennes invites families to take part in a very special walk, from January 3 to 7, 2024.

Contes et Histoires 2023: manual workshops at the Basilique de Saint-Denis

This year, for the Christmas vacations, children are invited to discover the Basilica of Saint-Denis during the Contes et Histoires event, from December 27 to 29, 2023 and from January 4 to 5, 2024.

Contes et Histoires 2023: discover Alsatian legends at the Maison des Jardies

For the 2023 Christmas vacations, the Maison de Jardies, located in Sèvres (92), is offering a number of activities for the whole family, as part of Contes et Histoires, an event organized within the Monuments Nationaux, from January 4 to 6, 2024.

Contes et Histoires 2023: activities based on La Fontaine's fables at the Domaine de Saint-Cloud

With the 2023 edition of Contes et Histoires, the Domaine de Saint-Cloud invites young and old alike to relive the history of its vanished château through magical activities during the Christmas vacations! Here's the program for December 27 to 29 and January 3 to 5.

Contes et Histoires 2023: construction games at the Villa Savoye in Poissy (78)

For the 2023 edition of Contes et Histoires dans les Monuments Nationaux, the Villa Savoye in Poissy is the perfect place to spend an afternoon playing construction games. A great idea for families during the Christmas vacations! Visit us from December 26 to 30, 2023 and January 2 to 6, 2024.

Contes et Histoires 2023: storytelling and music at the Château de Rambouillet

Château de Rambouillet takes part in the 2023 edition of Contes et Histoires. From January 3 to 4, 2024, the monument will be offering unusual and entertaining visits for families during the Christmas vacations.