Forbach Christmas Market
Forbach, Christmas of Wonders: Markets, Lantern Path and Ice Rink at the Foot of the Schlossberg
About Forbach Christmas Market
The Forbach Christmas Market, named "Forbach, Christmas of Wonders", enchants the Moselle town from late November to early January. The event unfolds across three sites: the Schlossberg park with its chalets, Aristide-Briand square with its ice rink, and the Ville Haute with its carousel. The Lantern Path, a magical luminous trail, extends the magic in the wooded park. Saint Nicholas Parade, Christmas train, and family entertainment complete this festive event in Eastern Moselle.
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Forbach, Christmas of Wonders
Each year from late November to early January, Forbach transforms into an enchanting Christmas village under the banner "Christmas of Wonders". The town in Eastern Moselle, located a few kilometers from the German border, offers an authentic and warm Christmas market that attracts visitors from France and Germany.
Three Festive Sites Connected by the Little Train
The Christmas Market is spread across three locations:
- Schlossberg Park: Picturesque chalets are set up at the foot of the historic hill, offering local products, crafts, and Christmas treats in a green setting.
- Aristide-Briand Square: The synthetic ice rink welcomes young and old, surrounded by stands selling mulled wine, oysters, foie gras, and Lorraine specialties.
- Ville Haute: A horse carousel is set up on Jean Monnet street.
The traditional Christmas train connects the three sites, offering a festive ride through the illuminated town.
The Forbach Lantern Path
The Lantern Path is the main attraction of the Forbach Christmas Market. This magical luminous trail winds through the wooded park of the Schlossberg, illuminated by hundreds of lanterns, light decorations, and artistic installations that create a magical atmosphere. The path is open from late November to early January.
Franco-German Gastronomy
The cross-border influence is reflected in the market's gastronomic offerings:
- Lorraine Specialties: mulled wine, foie gras, escargots, tartiflettes
- German Flavors: currywurst, pretzels, grilled sausages
- Sweets: gingerbread, crepes, Christmas spritz, candies, and Forbach beer
The Saint Nicholas Parade
On the first Sunday of December, the traditional Saint Nicholas Parade marches down Rue Nationale with floats, brass bands, and candy giveaways. Saint Nicholas, accompanied by Father Whipper, travels through the streets of the city center to meet the children.
Forbach Christmas Market — edition 2026
Forbach Christmas Market 2026 "Christmas of Wonders", scheduled from late November 2026 to early January 2027. Chalets, Lantern Path, ice rink, and Saint Nicholas parade.
Forbach, Christmas of Wonders 2026
The Forbach Christmas Market returns from late November 2026 to early January 2027. Chalets at Schlossberg, Lantern Path, ice rink, Christmas train, and Saint Nicholas parade will be on the program. Details in autumn 2026.
Highlights Forbach Christmas Market 2026
- Late November 2026 to early January 2027
- Lantern Path and chalets at Schlossberg
- Ice rink and Saint Nicholas parade
Prices Forbach Christmas Market 2026
Practical information — Forbach Christmas Market
Access
By Car
Forbach is accessible via the A320 from Metz (1h) and Sarreguemines (30 min), and via the German A6 from Saarbrücken (15 min). Free parking near the three market sites.
By Train
Forbach station is served by TER from Metz (50 min) and Saarbrücken (15 min). The city center is a 5-minute walk from the station.
Three Festive Sites
Schlossberg Park
Picturesque chalets at the foot of the historic hill. Open from November 29 to December 23: Monday-Tuesday-Thursday-Friday 4 PM-9 PM, Wednesday-Saturday-Sunday 2 PM-9 PM.
Aristide-Briand Square
Synthetic ice rink and food stands. Open from November 29 to January 4: Monday-Tuesday-Thursday-Friday 2 PM-9 PM, Wednesday-Saturday-Sunday 2 PM-9 PM.
Ville Haute
Horse carousel on Jean Monnet street.
The Lantern Path
Magical luminous trail through the wooded park of the Schlossberg. Open from late November to early January. The path is free to access and is the main attraction of the Forbach Christmas Market.
Christmas Train
The traditional Christmas train connects the three sites, offering a festive ride through the illuminated town. Fee applies.
Prices
Free access to the markets and the Lantern Path. Ice rink and Christmas train are subject to a fee.
Key Events
- Saint Nicholas Parade: first Sunday of December at 5 PM, Rue Nationale
- Lantern Path: luminous trail in the Schlossberg park
Gastronomy
The culinary offer reflects Forbach's cross-border character: mulled wine, foie gras, oysters, tartiflettes on the French side; currywurst, pretzels, sausages on the German side. Not to mention sweets, crepes, and Forbach beer.
Practical Tips
- Lantern Path: wear comfortable shoes for the walk in the wooded park
- Children: the Christmas train and carousel are particularly popular with families
- Weather: the Lantern Path is best visited at dusk, bring warm clothing
Contact
City of Forbach: mairie-forbach.fr
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Where does it take place — Forbach Christmas Market
Parc du Schlossberg et centre-ville de Forbach
Parc du Schlossberg / Place Aristide-Briand, 57600 Forbach