Metz Christmas Market 2024 in France

The Place de la République is the largest square in Metz city center. In 2021, it became the heart of the Metz Christmas Market, where hand-crafted gifts in the Christmas pyramid mix with the scent of mulled wine. The Christmas pyramid is an important symbol of a German Christmas market, which is seldom found in France. But here, in Metz, you can enjoy it to the fullest.

Metz Christmas Market Highlights

The ground floor houses a Christmas store, where you can purchase different gifts and tree decorations. The upper pivoting levels of the structure offer crib figures. The chalet is a special space where you can find exceptional products from the agriculture and crafts of the Moselle département. Don't miss a chance to try chocolates, jams, honey, Boulay macaroons, local beers, Moselle AOC wines, and spritz.

Visitors of the Metz Christmas Market will also be entertained by light shows and illuminations enhancing the Cathedral and its surroundings, along with live performances and concerts for all ages. There is also a large Ferris wheel, standing 196 feet (60 meters) above the ground, located next to the Cathedral, offering a stunning view of the winter scenery of the city.

Be sure to stroll among the chalets in the medieval Place Saint-Louis square, where you can enjoy mulled wine and crepes, walk around the Christmas tree, and pick up a souvenir gift.

Skate along the ice road, walk through the magical "Sentiers des Lanternes", warm up cold hands around a cup of hot chocolate, and spend quality time with your closest ones. After all, Christmas time is the best time of the year.

Saint Nicholas’ Day

As a part of the Christmas season, Saint Nicholas’ Day is an important tradition in Metz, full of a cozy atmosphere. Both young and old can find shows and free activities at Place de la Comédie thought one weekend at the beginning of December. Kids will meet Saint Nicholas in person during the parade through the city on the second day of the festivities.

Location

Metz Christmas Market takes place at Place de la République.