About Villeneuve-le-Roi Christmas Market

The Villeneuve-le-Roi Christmas Market transforms this Val-de-Marne village on the Seine into a peaceful and festive winter haven every December. Artisanal chalets, quality regional products, children's activities, and musical ambiance create a warm and friendly Advent market in a green and peaceful setting.

The Villeneuve-le-Roi Christmas Market

Villeneuve-le-Roi (94290) is a commune in the Val-de-Marne region bordering the Seine, which retains a village charm despite its proximity to the Parisian suburbs. Its annual Christmas Market perpetuates this atmosphere of closeness and conviviality in a green setting that contrasts pleasantly with the urban hustle and bustle of neighboring towns.

A market with a village atmosphere

The Villeneuve-le-Roi Christmas Market is held in the village center, creating a typically festive and warm scene. Illuminated wooden chalets, arranged around a large Christmas tree, create a fairytale winter atmosphere. The market offers:

Arts and crafts and local creations: jewelry, ceramics, carved wooden objects
Local products and festive gastronomy: cheeses, cured meats, foie gras, jams
Regional wines and champagnes
Handmade Christmas decorations: candles, Advent wreaths, ornaments
Books and games for Christmas gifts

Gastronomy in celebration

The Villeneuve-le-Roi Christmas Market places great importance on the culinary pleasures of winter:

Spiced mulled wine and Christmas punch
Hot roasted chestnuts
Christmas galettes and crêpes
Artisanal hot chocolates
Gingerbread and bredele (small Alsatian Christmas cakes)

Activities for children

The Christmas Market is also an opportunity for families to experience the magic of Christmas with their children. Activities include:

Visit from Santa Claus in his house or decorated grotto
Christmas decoration making workshops
Christmas tales told by local artists
Christmas carols performed by school choirs from the town

A market in an exceptional natural setting

One of the major assets of the Villeneuve-le-Roi Christmas Market is its natural setting. The proximity of the Seine and the green spaces of the commune offer a soothing environment that contrasts with the market's liveliness. The banks of the Seine, visible in the background, add a bucolic and romantic dimension to the winter event.

Practical information — Villeneuve-le-Roi Christmas Market

Practical Information

Location

Villeneuve-le-Roi town center (94290), main square or near the town hall.

Access

By RER: Line C, Villeneuve-le-Roi–Ablon station.

By bus: Lines serving Villeneuve-le-Roi.

By car: Accessible via the D148 (route de Villeneuve-le-Roi). Parking available.

Opening Hours

Generally on weekends in December, from Advent until December 24th.

Admission

Free entry. Purchases at the stalls.