Illustration of a mountain-town Christmas market with timber chalets, snowy peaks and shoppers carrying a tree (Marché de Noël de Nantes)
Christmas Markets

Marché de Noël de Nantes

Visitors can browse more than 150 chalets offering gift items across two central city squares. The event features festive decorations, magical entertainment, and dedicated activities for younger visitors including creative and makeup workshops.

Nov 19 – Dec 27, 2026 All ages

Plan Your Visit

Hours

Monday–Saturday: 11h00–21h30; Sunday: 11h00–20h00; Thursday, December 24: 11h00–18h00; Friday, December 25: 15h00–21h00 (optional).

Parking

The nearest parking is the covered, paid Commerce car park; the page recommends using soft transport.

Accessibility

Access to Place Royale and Place du Commerce is adapted for persons with disabilities.

Location

Place Royale et Place du Commerce · 5 Pl. Félix Fournier, 44000 Nantes, France, Nantes 44000 Get Directions

Local Insight & Ratings

Family Friendly

🎄 🎄 🎄 🎄 ⚪ (4/5)

Best For

Families and holiday shoppers

Vibe

Festive and convivial

Energy Level

Moderate

Photo Friendly

High

Weather Sensitivity

Moderate

Tips & Advice

  • Take tram line 1, 2 or 3 to the Commerce stop, which leaves you about a two-minute walk from the chalets on Place du Commerce.
  • Come at the weekend by bus or tram, since Nantes public transport is free on Saturdays and Sundays and stops right beside the squares.
  • Bring children on a Wednesday or Saturday, when the market runs its free creative workshops set aside for kids.
  • Cyclists will find bike racks every 50 to 100 metres near the pedestrian zones, plus a Bicloo bike-share station right on Place du Commerce.
  • Plan around Christmas Eve and Christmas Day, when the market keeps special opening hours that differ from the rest of the season.

Special Events & Promotions

  • Creative workshops for children every Wednesday and Saturday.
  • Special opening hours on Christmas Eve and Christmas Day.

Links & Contact

Run by 2A Organisation

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is there anything for children?

Yes. All the market's entertainment is free and open to everyone, and some activities are just for children, such as creative and face-painting workshops. The creative workshops run every Wednesday and Saturday.

Where can I park?

The closest car park is the covered Commerce car park, which is paid. The organisers encourage visitors to walk, cycle or take public transport instead.

How do I get there by tram or bus?

Take tram line 1, 2 or 3 to the Commerce stop, about two minutes from the market. Buses stop at Commerce, two minutes from Place du Commerce, and at Saint-Nicolas, four minutes from Place Royale. Buses and trams are free at weekends.

Is the market accessible for people with disabilities?

Yes. Access to Place Royale and Place du Commerce is set up for people with disabilities.

How can I get a stand at the market?

Makers and sellers book a chalet through the exhibitor area. When they register, they fill in a form giving the origin of their raw materials, where their suppliers are based and any labels they hold.

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