Rueil-Malmaison Christmas Market

The Rueil-Malmaison Christmas Market: Four weeks of festive cheer

Rueil-Malmaison (92500), a town steeped in history—home to the Château de la Malmaison where Josephine and Napoleon Bonaparte once lived—hosts one of the most generous Christmas markets in the Hauts-de-Seine every year. Located at Place du 11-Novembre, the market runs for nearly four weeks, from late November to Christmas Eve, offering families a festive experience in a truly historic setting.

Illuminated chalets at Place du 11-Novembre

Each year, a row of illuminated wooden chalets sets up at Place du 11-Novembre, offering local crafts, Christmas decorations, sweets, regional products, and gift ideas. The vendors, carefully selected by the City of Rueil-Malmaison for the quality of their goods, provide a wide variety of options to help you find unique gifts and treats for the whole family.

Entertainment for all ages

The Rueil-Malmaison Christmas market is part of the city's "Féerie de Noël" (Christmas Magic) program, which complements the market with rides and fairground attractions, as well as visits from Santa Claus, creating a festive and welcoming atmosphere enjoyed by families from Rueil-Malmaison and the surrounding Paris Ouest La Défense area.

Rueil-Malmaison: A city of history and culture

The Christmas market takes place in a town that blends exceptional heritage—including the Château de la Malmaison, Château de Bois-Préau, a listed church, and the Parc de la Malmaison—with modern urban energy. This rich heritage gives the holiday season a special dimension: visiting the Rueil-Malmaison Christmas market is also a chance to stroll through a town that played a vital role in French history. Christmas lights adorn the shopping streets and tree-lined avenues, adding to the magic of the season.

Four weeks of festivities to plan your visit

With its exceptional duration—from late November to late December—the Rueil-Malmaison Christmas market allows everyone to visit at their own pace, without the pressure of shorter-lived events. Extended weekend hours and consistent opening times make it a convenient destination for busy families.