Christmas Market of Saint-Maur-des-Fossés

The Christmas Market of Saint-Maur-des-Fossés: craftsmanship and conviviality in the city of seven islands

Every December, the town of Saint-Maur-des-Fossés (94100) offers its residents several Christmas markets and activities that punctuate Advent in this large bourgeois and residential town in Val-de-Marne. With its 80,000 inhabitants and its seven islands on the Marne, Saint-Maur is one of the largest and most populous towns in the Parisian suburbs.

The Local Artisans Market at Carré Médicis

The highlight of Saint-Maur's Christmas is the Local Artisans Christmas Market, organized at the Carré Médicis. This market showcases creators and artisans from the region, offering a high-quality selection of unique items and handmade products. In 2025, the market was held from December 5th to 7th, providing an early opportunity to find original gifts and support local craftsmanship.

You can find a wide variety of artisanal creations:

• Ceramics and pottery
• Jewelry and creations in metal or resin
• Textiles and designer clothing
• Illustration, photography, and graphic arts
• Soaps and natural cosmetics
• Artisanal food products (jams, honey, cookies)

This market favors short supply chains and local creators, in a responsible consumption approach appreciated by the Saint-Maur clientele.

The December Artisans Market

A second artisans market is generally held at the very end of the week just before the holidays. In 2025, the market organized at the Protestant temple on December 19th, 20th, and 21st offered a new selection of creators with hours adapted for last-minute Christmas shopping:

• Friday, December 19th: 3 PM-8 PM
• Saturday, December 20th: 9:30 AM-7 PM
• Sunday, December 21st: 12 PM-6 PM

This last-minute market attracts many Saint-Maur residents eager to find original and eco-responsible gifts for Christmas.

Christmas in Saint-Maur: Activities and Decorations

Beyond the markets, the town of Saint-Maur livens up its shopping centers and commercial streets throughout December. Christmas illuminations adorn the main streets, creating a festive atmosphere in the different neighborhoods of this extensive town. Activities for children (workshops, Santa Claus visits) complete the festive program offered by local associations and shopkeepers.

Saint-Maur-des-Fossés: an exceptional town

Saint-Maur-des-Fossés is a unique town in Île-de-France, whose territory forms a vast peninsula surrounded by a meander of the Marne, creating seven islands and an exceptional length of riverbanks (26 km). This singular geography earns it the nickname of "city of seven islands" and gives its neighborhoods very different atmospheres, between affluent residential areas, lively Marne riverbanks in summer, and active commercial districts.

The Saint-Maur Christmas markets reflect this diversity: both high-quality and accessible, they cater to a discerning population attached to its town.