New for 2026

The Strasbourg Christmas Market gets a fresh look every year. Here’s a quick overview of what’s new to discover at the 2026 edition.

    • La façade de l'hôtel de ville imaginée par Victor Weisanto

      This year, Strasbourg: Capital of Christmas is hosting designer Victor Weinsanto.

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    • La nouvelle arche du Chrìstkìndelsmärik

      A must-see in Strasbourg, the Christmas Capital!

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    • La Patinoire

      The courtyard of the Palais Rohan takes on a wintry atmosphere and hosts an ice rink set amid exceptional historic surroundings.

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    • La Petite-France s’illumine de poésie

      As night falls, the Compagnie Carabosse brings the poetry of fire to life in the heart of Petite-France.

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    Our History

    Born in the heart of Alsatian history, the Strasbourg Christmas Market has endured through the centuries without ever losing its magic. Relive the key moments of this festive human adventure that has made Strasbourg the Christmas Capital—a symbol of art, light, and sharing.

    Take a trip back in time

    Welcome to the magical world of Strasbourg, the Christmas Capital

    November 26 through December 24, 2025

    Immerse yourself in the stories and behind-the-scenes glimpses of a city in celebration, where every square, every light, and every face tells a piece of the magic of Christmas.

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    Our magazine

    Stories, behind-the-scenes glimpses, and profiles to experience the Christmas market in a whole new way

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    Christmas Artisan Markets in Strasbourg

    11/12/2025

    A Christmas here and elsewhere

    A unique opportunity to meet the people who create, design, and craft original pieces.

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    Christmas in the neighbourhoods

    04/12/2025

    Christmas for everyone

    Strasbourg is not known as the Christmas Capital for nothing: as the festive season approaches, the whole city embraces the tradition of sharing.

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    The Charity Christmas Tree

    04/12/2025

    Christmas for everyone

    For its third edition, the Sapin Solidaire invites you to bring a moment of joy to 300 vulnerable children.

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    Butterbredle – Vanilla Sweetness

    27/11/2025

    Christmas at home

    With their generous butter and vanilla fragrance, Butterbredle are the gourmet soul of Alsatian Advent. These golden shortbreads, once prepared with the family, are now enjoyed between two glasses of mulled wine. A classic that never gets old.

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    Snowballs – Winter Sweetness

    27/11/2025

    Christmas at home

    Soft, crackly and dusted with powdered sugar, Snowballs are the ultimate winter treat. Their cinnamon fragrance and melt-in-the-mouth texture are reminiscent of evenings spent by the fireside. A gourmet comfort to munch on without moderation.

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    Spritzbredle – The Elegance of Strasbourg's Festive Season

    27/11/2025

    Christmas at home

    Spritzbredle, the golden gems of Strasbourg's Christmas markets, combine tradition and refinement. Their delicate shapes, created using a piping bag, and their melt-in-the-mouth texture make them an essential part of the festive season in Alsace. A recipe that has been passed down through the centuries to warm up your Christmas tables.

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    UNFORGETTABLE ACTIVITIES

    At Christmas, Strasbourg reveals itself in a unique light. With its blend of centuries-old traditions and contemporary discoveries, the “Christmas Capital” invites you to enjoy unforgettable experiences.

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      • Christmas by designers and local craftsmanship

        In Strasbourg, Christmas also means local creativity and craftsmanship. The city's markets and shops become veritable showcases of expertise, where artisans, designers and independent producers present unique pieces, sustainable objects and poetic finds.

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      • Lights and Magic

        A luminous trail connects the Cathedral, Petite France, and Neustadt, where each neighborhood is adorned with colors and decorations that highlight the history and architecture of the city.

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      • Christmas at night

        At dusk, Strasbourg transforms and reveals another facet of its Christmas magic. The cobbled streets light up, the facades of half-timbered houses sparkle and are reflected in the River Ill, creating a magical setting worthy of a Christmas fairy tale. Every square, every bridge and every market becomes a light show where tradition and contemporary creativity come together.ne autre facette de sa magie de Noël. Les ruelles pavées s’illuminent, les façades des maisons à colombages scintillent et se reflètent dans l’Ill, créant un décor féérique digne d’un conte de Noël. Chaque place, chaque pont et chaque marché devient un spectacle de lumières où se mêlent tradition et créativité contemporaine.

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      • Museums in celebration

        Through these festivities, Strasbourg offers visitors a total immersion in its history, art and heritage, while celebrating local craftsmanship and contemporary creativity.

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      • European Christmas

        In Strasbourg, Christmas is celebrated at the crossroads of cultures and traditions, but Strasbourg is also the cradle of European institutions, and the city highlights its values of dialogue, fraternity and openness. The decorations, illuminations and markets take on a cultural and civic dimension, with each space telling the story of a deeply European city.

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      • Christmas without his car

        In Strasbourg, everything is designed so that everyone can explore the Christmas Markets at their own pace.

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      • Christmas with your doggy

        In Strasbourg, Christmas is also shared with your four-legged friend. The city welcomes visitors accompanied by their dogs, and there are numerous quays, parks and green spaces where you can stroll in peace, even in the heart of the markets and bustling streets.

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      • Celebrating Life and Biodiversity

        By combining Christmas lights, artistic creations, and ecological initiatives, Strasbourg transforms the city into a place where life and biodiversity take center stage.

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      • The Must-Sees of Strasbourg at Christmas

        The illuminated alleys and decorated façades tell the story and heritage of the city, with every corner of Strasbourg becoming a living tableau where the light and magic of Christmas come together.

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      • The Best Viewpoints

        To immortalize your visit, plan your itinerary at dusk, when the city is adorned with its lights and enchanting reflections.

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      • Student Life at Christmas

        The city, home to more than 60,000 students, transforms in December into a vast open-air campus: concerts, alternative markets, film screenings, community cafés, and student parties come together in a friendly atmosphere.

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      • Christmas for lovers

        Strasbourg is the perfect destination for a romantic getaway, where every illuminated alleyway, bridge and square becomes a backdrop for togetherness and wonder.

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      • A Christmas of solidarity and commitment

        A human-scale experience, featuring community actions, local initiatives and collective projects to discover as you stroll around.

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      • Sustainable and responsible Christmas

        Experience the magic of Christmas differently!

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      • Christmas in Music

        In Strasbourg, Christmas is also experienced through the rhythm of sounds and harmonies.

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      • Inclusive Christmas

        Making its festivities an inclusive and accessible moment, where everyone can fully experience the holiday spirit.

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      • Strasbourg: The Origins of Celebration

        Strasbourg, a city true to its roots, thus offers a journey through time, where the magic of Christmas blends with history, and where every step in the city becomes a cultural and festive discovery.

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      • A Weekend in Strasbourg

        In 48 hours, immerse yourself in the heart of Strasbourg, the Christmas Capital, and let yourself be enchanted by the magical lights, the Grand Sapin, the variety of its Christmas markets, and the beauty of its historic sites.

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      • A Gourmet Christmas

        In Strasbourg, Christmas is a feast for all the senses. The Christmas markets celebrate the richness of Alsatian cuisine, from spiced mulled wine to Bredle and gingerbread, as well as local specialties carefully prepared by local producers.

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      • Christmas with the Family

        Christmas is best enjoyed together, in the warmth of a shared moment, filled with laughter, traditions, and new discoveries.

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      Markets

      From Place Broglie to the cathedral, each Christmas market offers a unique atmosphere. Let us guide you through the iconic sites and discoveries that make Strasbourg the “Christmas Capital.”

        • The OFF Market

          Place Grimmeissen

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        • The Unyielding Small Producers of Alsace

          Square Louise Weiss

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        • Little France

          Benjamin Zix Square and Saint Thomas Square

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        • The Wharf of Flavors and Craftsmanship

          Rohan Terrace, Place du Marché-aux-Poissons

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        • The Carré d'Or Market

          Place du Temple Neuf

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        • At the foot of the Grand Sapin

          Place Kléber

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        • Chrìstkìndelsmärik

          Place Broglie

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        • Around the Cathedral

          Cathedral Square and Castle Square

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        Strolling through the markets