Marché de Noël de Delle - Place 5 Fontaines

The Marché de Noël des 5 Fontaines in Delle: Winter magic on the Swiss border

Delle (90100) is the second largest town in the Territoire de Belfort, a border town with Switzerland known for its history and unique geographical location. Every year as Christmas approaches, the town is adorned with its finest illuminations and hosts its Christmas Market on the Place des 5 Fontaines, one of the town's iconic spaces.

The Place des 5 Fontaines, a winter setting

The Place des 5 Fontaines in Delle is a lively hub throughout the year, notably thanks to the Saturday morning weekly market. During Advent, it transforms into a true Christmas village with:

• Wooden chalets: artisan exhibitors, local creators, and regional producers
• Christmas products: decorations, toys, culinary specialties, confectionery
• Mulled wine and sweets: Alsatian mulled wine, gingerbread, pretzels, roasted chestnuts
• Illuminations: garlands, decorated fir trees, lighting of the square
• Activities: Christmas carols, children's entertainment, visit from Santa Claus

Delle, a town at the gates of Switzerland

Delle's cross-border location gives it a wider clientele, with residents from the Basel region and neighboring Alsatian towns readily participating in its events. The renovated Belfort–Basel railway line makes it easy to reach Delle from the entire region. This geographical context gives the Delle Christmas Market a European and friendly dimension.

An Advent tradition in the Territoire de Belfort

As in many towns and villages in the Territoire de Belfort, Delle follows the tradition of Alsatian and Franche-Comté Christmas markets. Local crafts, regional products, and festive entertainment make it an anticipated event for families wishing to experience the magic of Christmas in an authentic and warm setting.