Christmas Market in Colmar 🎄

One-Day Trip Itinerary Around Montbéliard Montbéliard is located in the east of France, near the Swiss and German borders. It’s renowned for its unique Christmas illuminations and markets. The splendid lights adorn the ancient streets, creating a romantic and dreamy atmosphere, and is thus known as “The Lights of Christmas” (Les Lumières de Noël) 💫 Last year, it was even ranked as the fifth most beautiful Christmas market in Europe. 🎄 The city’s long history dates back to the 16th century when it was part of the German Duchy of Württemberg, deeply influenced by German Christmas traditions. Each year, the Christmas market has a different theme; this year’s theme is “Normandy,” showcasing the region’s special foods and handicrafts. Additionally, this is the birthplace of the Peugeot car. ✅ Itinerary Reference: Arrive by train at the local train station 🚉 MONTBELIARD VILLE ➡① Photo Op 🎅: 📷 Take a photo with the giant lighted Santa Claus at the entrance of the train station, then walk along the path opposite the station adorned with splendid lights ✨, Rue Cuvier. The signposts will lead you to Place Saint-Martin, where you’ll find hundreds of beautifully decorated wooden huts 🏕 selling various holiday goods. Along the way, enjoy sights like the lighted giant bear 🧸, a mini Ferris wheel, and special performances. ➡② Food Exploration: At the Sponeck Square food corridor, taste local specialties like Montbéliard sausages, local cheeses, and 🍫 chocolate choux buns Tête de Choco. At the Beurnier Museum courtyard, savor oysters, foie gras, and snails. At 🏕 DiVIN, enjoy a cup of hot mulled wine 🍷 and street food 🍛. ➡③ Leisure Activities: 🔎 Rue Clemenceau features a Christmas train 🚂, and the adjacent Defent Square has an ice skating rink ⛸️. ➡④ Sights 🏰: Visit the Montbéliard Castle, a Renaissance and Gothic-style building that was once the residence of the Württemberg family. Climb the castle for a panoramic view of the city. If time permits, visit the nearby town of Sochaux to see the 🚘 Peugeot Museum. 🔆 Christmas Market 🛖 Wooden Hut Opening Dates: 📅 November 23 - December 24 (daily operating hours vary) with lighting from 16:00 to 22:00. 🏨 Accommodation: It’s a great stopover for those traveling from France to Switzerland; if you need to stay overnight, the Ibis opposite the train station is convenient for the next day’s itinerary. #MySecretTravelRoutes #HolidayCityWalk #NoteInspiration #ChristmasMarket #Strasbourg #ColmarOneDayTrip #ChristmasTree #FranceSwitzerlandTravel