A free hot chocolate giveaway by the French team’s Santa Claus in Paris

The French Football Federation is inviting fans to join the festivities on Friday the 12th, Saturday the 13th, and Sunday the 14th of December, followed by another special event the weekend of December 20th and 21st, 2025, just days before Christmas. This playful initiative will see the FFF Santa Claus, along with Mrs. Claus and her elves, traveling through the 7th and 15th arrondissements of Paris in a tri-vehicle resembling the French team’s iconic football jersey instead of the traditional sleigh.

Lucky passersby who encounter this festive procession will be able to enjoy a free generous cup of warming hot chocolate, as well as special discounts available at the official FFF store.

• To be read
• This week's tips in Paris and the Ile-de-France region, December 8-14, 2025

Where to spot the Blue Triporteur?

The French team’s cargo bike will be making stops at the following locations, providing several chances to spot this cheerful patrol over the coming days:

• The Marché Saint-Charles neighborhood (15th arrondissement).
• Near the Commerce and La Motte-Picquet metro stations.
• On the iconic Champ de Mars (7th arrondissement), with the Eiffel Tower in the background.
• Close to the Beaugrenelle Shopping Center.

This initiative by the FFF injects a splash of creativity and originality into Paris's traditional Christmas festivities, just a few months ahead of the next World Cup.