Bourbonne-les-Bains Christmas Market
Crafts, entertainment, and delicacies in the spa town
2026
About Christmas in Bourbonne
Christmas in Bourbonne — edition 2026
The Bourbonne-les-Bains Christmas Market will be held on November 28th and 29th, 2026, at the Salle du Clocheton, organized by the Bourbonn'éco merchant association. This year's edition features a live nativity scene hosted by the parish, including a lantern parade on Saturday evening leading to the Clocheton parking lot.
2026 Bourbonne-les-Bains Christmas Market
The 2026 edition of the Bourbonne-les-Bains Christmas Market takes place on November 28th and 29th at the Salle du Clocheton, organized by the Bourbonn'éco merchant association. This year, the market features a live nativity scene organized by the parish: join us on Saturday, November 28th, from 6:00 PM to 7:30 PM for a lantern parade from the church to the Clocheton parking lot, where a parish stall will be selling cookies throughout both days.
The detailed program of exhibitors and market activities will be announced by Bourbonn'éco closer to the event date.
Programme Christmas in Bourbonne 2026
Saturday, November 28th and Sunday, November 29th, 2026
- Christmas market organized by the Bourbonn'éco merchant association · Salle du Clocheton
- 6:00 PM - 7:30 PM (Saturday, November 28th) — Live nativity scene organized by the parish: lantern parade starting from the church, arriving at the Clocheton parking lot
- Parish-run stall selling cookies, present both days at the Clocheton parking lot
The detailed program for the market (list of exhibitors, opening hours, activities) has not yet been released by Bourbonn'éco; it will be added as soon as it becomes available.
Prices Christmas in Bourbonne 2026
Practical information — Christmas in Bourbonne
Practical Information
Access
By car: Bourbonne-les-Bains is located in the southeast of Haute-Marne, at the crossroads of several roads. From Langres, take the D417 (approx. 35 km). From Vittel and the Vosges, follow the D460 (approx. 50 km). From Chaumont, the prefecture, allow about 70 km via the D417. From Paris, allow about 3.5 hours by car via the A5 motorway then the N19 and D417. Free parking is available in the immediate vicinity of the Clocheton.
By train: The nearest station is Culmont-Chalindrey, located about 30 km away, served by TER Grand Est and main line trains on the Paris-Basel route. Bus or taxi connections are possible from the station. Remember to book your connection in advance, especially on weekends.
Location
The Christmas Market is held at the Salle du Clocheton, 28 rue Amiral Pierre, 52400 Bourbonne-les-Bains. This former 18th-century military hospital, converted into a socio-cultural space, is located in the heart of the town, a short walk from the thermal baths and the historic center. Stands are set up inside the hall and in its surroundings.
Opening Hours
The market is open on Saturday from 10 am to 8 pm and on Sunday from 10 am to 6 pm. Entertainment takes place throughout the day, with musical highlights and the arrival of Santa Claus by carriage.
Prices
Admission to the Christmas Market is free for everyone. Food and drinks at the refreshment stand and purchases from exhibitors are at your own expense. No reservations are necessary for visitors.
Catering
A refreshment stand is set up on-site offering hot drinks (mulled wine, hot chocolate, coffee, tea) as well as waffles and other sweet treats. Local producer stands also allow you to taste and buy specialties from the Haute-Marne region.
Accessibility
The Salle du Clocheton is accessible to people with reduced mobility. The market is on one level, facilitating movement for all visitors, including families with strollers.
Contact
Mairie de Bourbonne-les-Bains – Impasse du Château, 52400 Bourbonne-les-Bains – Tel: 03 25 90 14 80 – Email: [email protected]
Tourist Office of Bourbonne-les-Bains – Website: www.tourisme-bourbonne.com
To discover nearby
Take advantage of your visit to the Christmas Market to discover the heritage of Bourbonne-les-Bains: the thermal baths and their water gushing at 66°C, the castle park with its ancient trees, the museum of popular arts and traditions, and the JOA casino. The town also offers Christmas vouchers from the town hall to support local businesses during the holidays.
The Bourbonne-les-Bains Christmas Market: The magic of the holidays in the spa town
Each year, as the end-of-year holidays approach, the town of Bourbonne-les-Bains — the only spa town in Champagne-Ardenne — adorns itself in its finest attire to host its Christmas Market. Organized by the traders' association Bourbonn'Eco, this warm event brings together locals, spa guests, and visitors around the magic of Christmas in a remarkable heritage setting.
A historic setting: the Salle du Clocheton
The market takes place at the Salle du Clocheton, a former 18th-century military hospital converted into a cultural and festive space. Located in the heart of the town, on Rue Amiral Pierre, this building of character offers an authentic and welcoming setting for exhibitors and visitors. The surroundings of the Clocheton are transformed into a real Christmas village, with stands set up both indoors and outdoors.
Crafts and local products
Numerous exhibitors set up at the market to offer a wide range of handmade creations and local products. You'll find handmade Christmas decorations, jewelry, wooden objects, candles, textiles, ceramics, and many other original gift ideas. Local producers present their specialties: honey, jams, foie gras, chocolates, gingerbread, and seasonal treats that will delight lovers of authentic flavors.
Festive entertainment for the whole family
The Bourbonne-les-Bains Christmas Market is not just about shopping: it's a true family event punctuated by various activities throughout the weekend:
- Concerts and musical atmosphere with singer Pascale Frossard animating both days of the market
- Carriage rides through the streets of the spa town, for an enchanting journey to the rhythm of hooves
- Meeting Santa Claus, an unforgettable moment for the little ones
- Carousel for children on Sunday, adding a funfair touch to the event
- Refreshment stand and waffles to warm up and share a friendly moment with friends or family
Bourbonne-les-Bains, a charming winter destination
Enjoying the Christmas Market is also an opportunity to discover Bourbonne-les-Bains and its exceptional heritage. The town, known since antiquity for its thermal waters gushing at 66°C, houses a rich architectural heritage: the castle park with its ancient trees, Gallo-Roman remains, the museum of popular arts and traditions, and the casino. In December, the Christmas illuminations give the spa town a particularly magical atmosphere, ideal for a weekend of relaxation and festivities.
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