The Saint-Michel Christmas Market in Paris, though intimate, offers a charming experience for strollers and tourists alike. It is located on Place Saint-Michel, a historic and culturally rich site in the Latin Quarter, between the 5th and 6th arrondissements of Paris. The square, created in 1855, owes its name to the nearby Pont Saint-Michel and the chapel of Saint-Michel du Palais. It is famous for its monumental Saint-Michel fountain, designed by Gabriel Davioud in 1860, featuring Saint Michel striking down the Devil.
The market, which opens to us from December 19, 2024 to January 15, 2025, is ideal for those looking to recapture the spirit of Christmas in a typical Parisian setting. You'll find gift ideas, mulled wine, pretzels and a variety of delicacies, all in the festive, welcoming atmosphere characteristic of Christmas markets. Don't expect a large-scale market; this is a market that fills the square with just twenty or so chalets for a pleasant stroll and a hot drink. This is a high-end market, with the emphasis on Made in France, responsible, quality products.
Apart from the market, a stroll around Place Saint-Michel is highly recommended. The history of this square is fascinating, marked by urban transformations under Napoleon III and important events such as the fierce fighting between Resistance students and the Germans in August 1944. Place Saint-Michel is also a crossroads for several of Paris's most historic and emblematic streets, including Quai Saint-Michel and Quai des Grands-Augustins, as well as Boulevard Saint-Michel and Rue Danton. It offers magnificent views of monuments on the Île de la Cité, including the Sainte-Chapelle and the Palais de Justice.
This Christmas market, ideally located just a stone's throw from Notre-Dame de Paris, which is reopening its doors this December, is therefore in an exceptional setting, rich in history and culture, offering a unique experience for those wishing to immerse themselves in the authentic Parisian atmosphere during the festive season.
Dates and Opening Time
From December 19, 2024 to January 15, 2025
Location
Place Saint-Michel
Gare De Saint-Michel Notre Dame
75005 Paris 5
Prices
Free
Recommended age
For all
