Skating rink, merry-go-rounds, Christmas market and magical illuminations for Bel Hiver 2023 in Saint-Denis

The end-of-year festivities are back in Saint-Denis (93), from mid-December to early January. On the program: great entertainment for young and old alike: ice rink, illuminations, Christmas market...

This year, during the Christmas vacations and from mid-December onwards, come to Saint-Denis to discover Bel Hiver, the city's magical festival created for the festive season. From December 15 to 24 and from December 27 to January 7, 2024, Saint-Denis will be filled with the magic of Christmas: come and spend the afternoon, evening or day enjoying the many family activities!

The program includes the town's traditional Christmas market , showcasing the skills of local craftsmen and designers to help you come up with last-minute gift ideas, as well as a wide range of activities, including the return of the town's large natural ice rink, open for over a month, a giant toboggan run, a large climbing wall, a zip line... There's also a Santa and Mother Christmas chalet, where you can meet them in person, and an educational farm, set up for the occasion in the Jardin Pierre de Montreuil!

Ice rink and giant toboggan run at the Saint-Denis Christmas market, in front of the basilica
For the festive season, what could be better than a trip to the Christmas market? Between mulled wine and chocolate, waffles and other comforting treats, you'll be able to put on your skates on the ice rink set up especially for the occasion! [Read more]

To round things off, the Basilique de Saint-Denis will be illuminated every evening, with projections on the façade of this historic monument. One thing's for sure: young and old alike are in for a real treat. See you on December 15 for the inauguration of Bel Hiver 2023!