Morteau Christmas Market
The artisanal Christmas market of Haut-Doubs
2026
About Christmas in Morteau
Christmas in Morteau — edition 2026
Morteau Christmas Market 2026
The Morteau Christmas Market returns in December 2026 for another month of festivities on the Place de l'Hôtel de Ville. Artisanal chalets, Haut-Doubs delicacies, an ice rink, elf walks, concerts, and entertainment will once again enchant young and old.
An unmissable event for the end-of-year holidays in Haut-Doubs, the Morteau Christmas market offers a warm and authentic atmosphere in the heart of the Watchmaking Region.
Highlights Christmas in Morteau 2026
What to expect in 2026
- Artisanal chalets and local creations
- Delicacies from Haut-Doubs
- Ice rink
- Elf walk
- Concerts and entertainment
- Free entry
Prices Christmas in Morteau 2026
Practical information — Christmas in Morteau
Access
The Christmas market is held on the Place de l'Hôtel de Ville and around the Théâtre Municipal of Morteau.
- By car: Morteau is accessible via the D461 from Besançon (60 km) or Pontarlier (30 km).
- By train: Morteau SNCF station, a few minutes' walk away.
- Parking: Free parking in the town center.
Opening Hours
Open daily from approximately 10 am to 7 pm. Extended hours on weekends.
Prices
Free admission.
Contact
- Website: morteau.org
- Office de Tourisme du Pays Horloger
A Christmas Market in the Heart of Haut-Doubs
Every year in December, the Place de l'Hôtel de Ville in Morteau transforms into a warm and magical Christmas village. The Morteau Christmas Market offers an immersion into the festive spirit, with its decorated wooden chalets, sparkling lights, and the scents of mulled wine and delicacies.
Local Crafts and Delicacies
The market stands out for its local focus and the quality of its exhibitors. Two distinct areas are set up on the square: one dedicated to local creations and crafts — jewelry, candles, decorations, wooden toys — and the other to delicacies prepared by local associations from the Val de Morteau. You'll find Haut-Doubs specialties: Morteau sausages, cheeses, gingerbread, artisanal sweets.
Magical Entertainment for Everyone
The Christmas festivities program in Morteau goes far beyond just the market. An ice rink is set up for the delight of children and adults. The elf walk, a magical route through the town streets, invites you to discover an enchanted world. Free cinema screenings are offered, as well as concerts and daily entertainment.
The highlight of the festivities, a monumental projection on the theme of watchmaking — the result of a Franco-Swiss collaboration — illuminates the town's facades in a breathtaking sound and light show, recalling the rich watchmaking heritage of Haut-Doubs.
A Month of Festivities
The Morteau Christmas Market runs for nearly a month, from early December to the end of the month, allowing everyone to enjoy the festive atmosphere at their own pace. The food chalets welcome visitors with mulled wine, hot chocolate, and seasonal specialties in a friendly atmosphere typical of Haut-Doubs.
Where does it take place — Christmas in Morteau
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