
The Christmas village at La Villette opens from November 20 to December 28, 2025 at the Fontaine aux Lions (opposite the Grande Halle). Access to the La Villette Christmas market is free in this Swiss Christmas village in 2025, except in the evenings and on weekends.
The Swiss Christmas market features around a hundred chalets selling traditional gourmet specialities and handicrafts. Find Christmas gifts from the artisans, designers and producers present at this magical Christmas market.
Activities include face painting, magic shows, Ferris wheel, ice rink, etc.
Fondue chalet (reservation required) and guinguette during the evenings.
The La Villette Christmas Market is located on the Place de la Fontaine au lion on the Porte de Pantin side, in front of the Grande Halle.
Access to La Villette Christmas Market: Metro Line 5 - Porte de Pantin, Tram 3b - Porte de Pantin.
The La Villette Christmas Market is free to visit during the day on weekdays until 5 p.m. Admission is €5 (including one drink) for adults in the evening and on weekends.
Opening days of the Swiss Christmas market at La Villette:
Christmas holiday hours:
Take a look at the christmas program 2025, including Christmas entertainment, skating rink, gift shopping, waffles and more, not forgetting the Zurich chalet for fondues.
Want to get moving? Let yourself be tempted by these paying activities:
If you're staying for several days, book a hotel near the Grande Halle La Villette.