From 18th November to 30th December 2017
Get into the spirit of the festive season and enjoy the warmest of welcomes as you visit the Christmas markets on the city’s six main squares. Find hand-crafted gifts in the Christmas pyramid and taste the finest gingerbread around.
See the ice sculptures at the Frozen Fairyland, then warm up cold hands around a mulled wine or apple juice.
Let the illuminations chase away the dark winter days, and enjoy traditional treats like the merry-go-round, a walk through the magic forest or take the chance to stock up on gastronomic Christmas essentials at the city market hall.
Next to the Cathedral, an ice-rink and big wheel add to the leisure activities for young and old alike.
The boutiques and shops are also open on the 4 Sundays before Christmas, so you can enjoy the sights, smells and tastes right up to the last minute on city breaks.
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for Christmas in Metz
Visit the Frozen Fairyland
In a setting of ice and snow, inspired by the wonderful world of Disney, artists from around the world have sculpted your favourite characters from ice. Don't forget your hat and gloves - the temperature in the ice palace is permanently under 6°c!
Take a ride on the big wheel beside the Cathedral
The Ferris wheel (60 meters high!) offers a stunning panorama of the city and gives you unforgettable close-up views of the Cathedral.
A stroll around the “Sentier des Lanternes”
Elves, teddy bears and toy soldiers are lit-up creating a captivating Santa’s workshop. Follow the lamp-lit walk to discover these enchanting characters, by Guy Untereiner. Directly inspired by East-European folklore, rekindle the embers of the Christmases of yesteryear.
Best Christmas Destinations in Europe
Aachen, Germany
A paradise of lights and colours.
Basel, Switzerland
One of the prettiest Christmas markets in Switzerland.
Bern, Switzerland
A peaceful, calm advent atmosphere awaits you.
Brussels, Belgium
The ideal destination for festive city trips.
Budapest, Hungary
Festive lights, ice-skating and cultural programs.
Colmar, France
Discover 5 magical markets in the historic town.
Cologne, Germany
Cologne’s markets attract millions of visitors.
Dresden, Germany
If you like Christmas, you’ll love Dresden!
Helsinki, Finland
Fall in love with the Christmas tastes of Helsinki.
Leipzig, Germany
The largest Christmas market in Germany.
Nuremberg, Germany
The enticing aroma of gingerbread and mulled wine.
Manchester, England
The first Christmas market in the UK.
Prague, Czech-Republic
Prague looks especially romantic at Christmas time.
Rothenburg, Germany
The little town is transformed into a winter’s fairytale.
Strasbourg, France
Discover the oldest Christmas market in Europe.
Tallinn, Estonia
Santa Claus will greet children in his own home.
Vienna, Austria
Vienna turns into a magical Christmas market.
Zagreb, Croatia
A special atmosphere which must be experienced!
Amiens, France
The biggest Christmas market in the North of France.
Brno, Czech Republic
Share the expectation of joy and magic with us!
Madeira, Portugal
Christmas in Madeira Islands has a special charm.
Metz, France
Get into the spirit of the festive season in Metz.
Montbeliard, France
160 lovely stalls full of authentic and high quality items.
Trier, Germany
One of the loveliest Christmas market in Europe.
Christmas in the UK
Discover the best Christmas Markets in the UK.
Christmas in Germany
Discover the best Christmas Markets in Germany.
Christmas in France
Discover the best Christmas Markets in France.
Berlin, Germany
Nostalgic carousel, air swing and a small railway.
Graz, Austria
Let yourself be enchanted by the romantic lights.
Ghent, Belgium
A magical world for both young and old.
London, England
Six exciting weeks of winter festivities!
Milan, Italy
60 market huts spread around the magnificent Duomo.
Würzburg, Germany
One of Germany’s most picturesque markets.
Rüdesheim, Germany
20 nations bring and offer their specialities.
Christmas trees
The most beautiful Christmas trees in Europe.
