Christmas Market of Le Touquet
If Le Touquet were told to me: the magic of Christmas on the Opal Coast
About Christmas in Le Touquet
The Christmas Market of Le Touquet-Paris-Plage is part of the festive program “Si Le Touquet m'était conté” (If Le Touquet were told to me), which animates the seaside resort from late November to early January. The event features a Christmas village with chalets from local merchants and artisans, a 460 m² ice rink on Place du Centenaire, a magical light trail, a video mapping show projected every 20 minutes, a Santa Claus house, carousels, and a grand Christmas parade. The Christmas Market itself takes place at the Covered Market in early December.
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Le Touquet-Paris-Plage Celebrates
Each year, the seaside resort of Le Touquet-Paris-Plage transforms into an enchanted village with the program “Si Le Touquet m'était conté”. From late November to early January, the town unveils an exceptional festive setup, making Le Touquet one of the most sought-after Christmas destinations on the Opal Coast.
A Magical Light Trail
The heart of the Touquet magic is the light trail that guides visitors through the illuminated streets of the resort. The facades of Le Touquet's iconic buildings serve as a backdrop for a video mapping show, projected every 20 minutes on weekends starting from late November, and then daily during school holidays, from 6 PM to 9 PM.
The Christmas Village
Chalets from local merchants and artisans are set up in the town center, offering handmade creations, gift ideas, and gourmet specialties. Santa Claus's house welcomes children, while a village for good children offers activities and entertainment dedicated to the youngest ones.
Ice Rink and Attractions
Place du Centenaire hosts a large 460 m² ice rink, a key attraction of the program. Carousels and other entertainment complete the leisure offerings for the whole family.
The Grand Christmas Parade
The grand Christmas parade is the most spectacular event of the program. A large parade of illuminated floats, costumed characters, and artists winds through the resort's streets at dusk, in a magical atmosphere that draws thousands of spectators.
The Covered Market
The Covered Market of Le Touquet, an emblematic venue of the resort, hosts the Christmas Market organized by the Amicale du Personnel Communal et Para-Communal, on a Sunday in December, featuring local artisans and producers.
Christmas in Le Touquet — edition 2026
Christmas in Le Touquet 2026-2027. "Si Le Touquet m'était conté" program with video mapping, ice rink, chalet village, light trail, and grand Christmas parade. Dates and program to be confirmed.
Prices Christmas in Le Touquet 2026
Practical information — Christmas in Le Touquet
Locations
The Christmas festivities in Le Touquet unfold in the town center of Le Touquet-Paris-Plage (62520). The main installations are located on Place du Centenaire (ice rink), in the shopping streets (chalets and light trail), and at the Covered Market (artisanal market). The seaside resort, with its Belle Époque architecture, pine forests, and seafront, offers an exceptional setting for winter festivities.
Access
- By car: From Boulogne-sur-Mer (25 min), A16 exit 26 then D940 towards Le Touquet. From Calais (1h), A16 exit 26. From Lille (1h30), A1 then A26 and A16. From Paris (2h30), A1 then A16. Free parking in the town center and on the seafront. Additional parking is available during the holiday season.
- By train: Étaples-Le Touquet station, served by TGV (Paris-Étaples in 2h) and TER (Boulogne-Rang-du-Fliers). From the station, free municipal shuttle, taxi, or a 10-minute drive to the center of Le Touquet.
Program “Si Le Touquet m'était conté”
The program runs from late November to early January and includes:
- Light trail: a magical route through the decorated streets of the town center
- Video mapping: show projected on building facades every 20 minutes, on weekends from late November, then daily from December 19 to January 4, from 6 PM to 9 PM
- Ice rink: 460 m² of ice on Place du Centenaire, open throughout the period
- Santa Claus's house and village for good children
- Chalets: local artisans, merchants, and gourmet specialties
- Carousels and fairground attractions
- Grand Christmas parade: spectacular parade of illuminated floats and costumed characters, one Saturday in December at 6 PM
Christmas Market at the Covered Market
The Covered Market, an emblematic venue of the resort, hosts the Christmas Market organized by the Amicale du Personnel Communal et Para-Communal on a Sunday in early December. Artisans and local producers from 9 AM to 6 PM.
Prices
Free access to the animations, light trail, and video mapping. Ice rink and carousels are paid at a moderate price.
Contact
Le Touquet Tourist Office — letouquet.com
Full program: noelautouquet.fr
Town of Le Touquet — lestouquettois.fr
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Where does it take place — Christmas in Le Touquet
Centre-ville et Marché Couvert
Place de l'Hermitage, 62520 Le Touquet-Paris-Plage