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Christmas and Saint-Nicolas 2025 in Épinal
Did you know? We don't celebrate Santa Claus in Épinal, but Saint Nicholas.
Legend has it that on the night of the first weekend of December, Saint Nicholas and Père Fouettard come to reward good children, or, conversely, punish children who haven't obeyed their parents.
Every year, Épinal hosts the Saint Nicholas Festival during the month of December: a magical and timeless moment that will delight young and old alike!
Find out below what awaits you during your stay at the Best Western Plus La Fayette in Épinal in December.
Don't miss this highlight of the Épinal Christmas market to watch the traditional parade!
Saint Nicholas and some sixty colorful floats accompanied by a marching band will parade through the illuminated and decorated streets.
Every year, the participants and floats redouble their creativity to entertain the spectators. Fireworks will close the parade after Saint Nicholas disappears into the crowd.
A must-see during your weekend at our spa hotel in Épinal!
Épinal doesn't have a Christmas market per se, but rather a Saint Nicholas village.
Throughout the Advent season, the Épinal Christmas market invites you to experience a truly enchanted interlude in the heart of the Vosges Mountains.
The principle, however, remains the same, and so does the magic: you'll find chalets to enjoy sweet treats, or even find great Christmas gift ideas for your loved ones.
Around thirty wooden chalets will reveal the treasures of local crafts. Starting with the famous images of Épinal, but also original creations and wooden objects crafted in the purest tradition, inspired by the surrounding forests.
This unmissable event is also a feast for the taste buds.
As you wander through the aisles, you can savor local specialties: tartes flambées, sweet treats, traditional confectionery, and mountain honey.
The market also comes alive with a rich program of family activities: horse-drawn carriage rides, an outdoor ice rink, a temporary garden, Santa's workshops, and themed exhibitions.
A warm and festive atmosphere, perfect for immersing yourself in the magic of Christmas in Épinal!
Practical Information
Legend has it that on the night of the first weekend of December, Saint Nicholas and Père Fouettard come to reward good children, or, conversely, punish children who haven't obeyed their parents.
Every year, Épinal hosts the Saint Nicholas Festival during the month of December: a magical and timeless moment that will delight young and old alike!
Find out below what awaits you during your stay at the Best Western Plus La Fayette in Épinal in December.
The Saint Nicholas Parade
Don't miss this highlight of the Épinal Christmas market to watch the traditional parade!
Saint Nicholas and some sixty colorful floats accompanied by a marching band will parade through the illuminated and decorated streets.
Every year, the participants and floats redouble their creativity to entertain the spectators. Fireworks will close the parade after Saint Nicholas disappears into the crowd.
A must-see during your weekend at our spa hotel in Épinal!
The Village of Saint Nicholas
Épinal doesn't have a Christmas market per se, but rather a Saint Nicholas village.
Throughout the Advent season, the Épinal Christmas market invites you to experience a truly enchanted interlude in the heart of the Vosges Mountains.
The principle, however, remains the same, and so does the magic: you'll find chalets to enjoy sweet treats, or even find great Christmas gift ideas for your loved ones.
Around thirty wooden chalets will reveal the treasures of local crafts. Starting with the famous images of Épinal, but also original creations and wooden objects crafted in the purest tradition, inspired by the surrounding forests.
This unmissable event is also a feast for the taste buds.
As you wander through the aisles, you can savor local specialties: tartes flambées, sweet treats, traditional confectionery, and mountain honey.
The market also comes alive with a rich program of family activities: horse-drawn carriage rides, an outdoor ice rink, a temporary garden, Santa's workshops, and themed exhibitions.
A warm and festive atmosphere, perfect for immersing yourself in the magic of Christmas in Épinal!
Practical Information
- 🗓️ Dates: November 29 to January 1, 2026
- 📍 Address: Place des Quatre Nations, Place des Vosges, and Place Pinau
