Saint-Avold Christmas Market

• Saint'A Claus Village in December 2026
• Chalets, ice rink, and festive activities

Access

By car

Saint-Avold is accessible via the A4 motorway (Saint-Avold exit) from Metz (45 min) and Strasbourg (1h15). From Saarbrücken (Germany), it takes about 30 minutes. Free parking in the city center near the market squares.

By train

Saint-Avold station served by TER from Metz (35 min), Forbach (15 min), and Strasbourg (1h30). The city center and market squares are a 10-minute walk from the station.

By bus

Local bus network and intercity lines from neighboring towns in the coal basin.

Market locations

The Saint'A Claus Village is spread across three squares in the city center:

• Place Saint-Nabor: heart of the Christmas village with the double ice rink and main chalets
• Place Collin: craft and food chalets
• Place de la Victoire and Rue de la Salle: market extension with additional stands

Opening hours

The chalets are generally open every day from 11 am to 9 pm during the market period. Specific hours for certain activities and the ice rink.

Prices

Free admission to the market and activities. Ice rink requires a fee on Place Saint-Nabor.

Activities

• Double ice rink on Place Saint-Nabor
• Christmas concerts and choirs
• Shows for children and families
• Christmas Karaoke
• Saint Nicholas Parade
• Creative workshops for children

Accessibility

The city center of Saint-Avold is accessible to people with reduced mobility. The squares are on the same level and the chalets are accessible.

Practical tips

• Cross-border influences: enjoy the mix of French and German traditions in the food and activities
• Families: the double ice rink is children's favorite attraction
• Evenings: concerts and karaoke liven up the weekend evenings

Contact

City of Saint-Avold: mairie-saint-avold.fr