Saint-Avold Christmas Market
Saint'A Claus Village: the magic of Christmas in the heart of Saint-Avold
2026
About Marché de Noël Saint-Avold
Marché de Noël Saint-Avold — edition 2026
The 2026 edition of the Saint-Avold Christmas Market, branded by the city as "Noël Féérique au Pays Naborien," will take place from November 28th to December 24th in the city center. The town hall has opened its call for applications to artisans, creators, producers, and merchants; the detailed schedule of events and entertainment has not yet been announced.
Highlights Marché de Noël Saint-Avold 2026
- Saint'A Claus Village in December 2026
- Chalets, ice rink, and festive activities
Programme Marché de Noël Saint-Avold 2026
The detailed program for the 2026 edition has not yet been released by the City of Saint-Avold; it will be added as soon as it becomes available. At this stage, only the dates for the event—officially titled "Noël Féérique au Pays Naborien"—are known: the town hall has opened its call for applications for artisans, creators, producers, and merchants to host a chalet from Saturday, November 28th to Thursday, December 24th, 2026, in the city center (source: saint-avold.fr, updated July 3rd, 2026).
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Practical information — Marché de Noël Saint-Avold
Getting there
By car
Saint-Avold is easily reached via the A4 motorway (Saint-Avold exit), about 45 minutes from Metz and 1 hour 15 minutes from Strasbourg. If you are coming from Saarbrücken (Germany), it takes around 30 minutes. Free parking is available in the town centre, close to the market squares.
By train
Saint-Avold station is served by TER regional trains from Metz (35 min), Forbach (15 min), and Strasbourg (1 hour 30 min). The town centre and market squares are just a 10-minute walk from the station.
By bus
Local bus services and intercity lines are available from neighbouring towns in the coal basin area.
Market locations
The Saint'A Claus Village is spread across three squares in the town centre:
- Place Saint-Nabor: The heart of the Christmas village, featuring the double ice rink and main chalets.
- Place Collin: Artisan and food stalls.
- Place de la Victoire and rue de la Salle: An extension of the market with additional stands.
Opening hours
The chalets are generally open every day from 11 am to 9 pm throughout the market period. Please note that specific activities and the ice rink may have different operating hours.
Admission
Entry to the market and entertainment is free. There is a charge for the ice rink on Place Saint-Nabor.
Entertainment
- Double ice rink on Place Saint-Nabor
- Christmas concerts and choirs
- Shows for children and families
- Christmas karaoke
- Saint-Nicolas parade
- Creative workshops for children
Accessibility
The town centre of Saint-Avold is accessible to people with reduced mobility. The squares are level and the chalets are accessible.
Practical tips
- Cross-border flair: Enjoy the unique blend of French and German traditions in the food and entertainment on offer.
- For families: The double ice rink is a firm favourite with children.
- Evenings: Concerts and karaoke bring the weekend evenings to life.
Contact
Ville de Saint-Avold: saint-avold.fr
Saint'A Claus Village: Christmas magic in Saint-Avold
Every December, Saint-Avold hosts its Christmas market under the name « Saint'A Claus Village », a play on words between the town's name and the famous Santa Claus. For a month, the historic center of this Eastern Moselle commune is adorned with lights and festive activities for the greatest pleasure of families.
A Christmas village in the heart of the city
The market unfolds around 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
In total, about twenty chalets offer artisanal products, Christmas decorations, toys, delicacies, and regional culinary specialties.
The double ice rink
The market's main attraction is the double ice rink located on Place Saint-Nabor. This skating area allows children and adults to enjoy the joys of outdoor skating amidst the Christmas lights.
Various activities
The market program offers numerous activities:
- Christmas concerts and choirs
- Shows for children and families
- Christmas Karaoke: festive sessions to sing holiday classics
- Activities for children: creative workshops, face painting, and meeting Santa Claus
- Saint Nicholas Parade
A market with cross-border influences
Located near the German border and the coal basin, Saint-Avold benefits from Franco-German cultural influences that are reflected in its Christmas market. Culinary specialties, Advent traditions, and the warm atmosphere blend Lorraine heritage with Germanic culture, offering visitors an authentic and exotic experience.
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