The Saint Nicholas markets

Le Grand Village de Saint-Nicolas

Place Charles III

More than 60 Christmas market chalets are installed in the magnificent Place Charles III, between the covered market and the Saint-Sébastien shopping centre, offering a plethora of gift ideas, local products and tasty seasonal specialities such as mulled wine and gingerbread. Plenty of great Christmas ideas!

An absolute must: the local arts and crafts section, surrounding the magnificent traditional merry-go-round set up in the centre of the village!

Organised by: Les Vitrines de Nancy – Tel. 03.83.36.34.34

Open from November 21 to December 28

• Mondays from noon to 8 p.m. (food service industry 11 a.m. to 9 p.m.)
• Tuesday to Friday from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. (food service professions 11 a.m. to 9 p.m.)
• Saturdays and Sundays from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m.
• Late night opening until 9 p.m. for food service professions
• Saturday, December 6: late night opening until 9 p.m.
• Early closing at 5 p.m. on December 24
• Closed on December 25

Le Village de la Grande roue et Patinoire

Place de la Carrière

Glide across the 40-meter eco-friendly ice rink, fed by recycled water from the 2 Rives swimming pool, or take to the skies aboard the Ferris wheel! It offers a spectacular view of Place Stanislas and the Old Town. At its foot, you’ll find old-fashioned rides for children and gourmet chalets selling waffles, crepes, churros, tartiflette, raclette, and mulled wine—the perfect way to enjoy a convivial moment in the warmth of the braziers.

Open from November 21 to January 4

• Sunday to Wednesday from 11 a.m. to 10 p.m.
• Thursday to Saturday from 11 a.m. to 11 p.m.
• Closed on Mondays outside of school holidays and on December 25 and January 1

New/ Le Village du Gouverneur

Place de la Carrière

In front of the government palace, the Governor’s Village displays its handmade treasures for original gift ideas. Add to that lights everywhere, an ultra-festive atmosphere, and smiles on everyone’s faces, and you have the perfect combination of magic, delights, and good cheer!

Open from November 21 to January 4

• Sunday to Wednesday from 11 a.m. to 10 p.m.
• Thursday to Saturday from 11 a.m. to 11 p.m.
• Closed on Mondays outside of school holidays and on December 25 and January 1

Le Hameau gourmand de Saint-Nicolas

Place Vaudémont

For lunch, a snack or an aperitif, Le Hameau gourmand de Saint-Nicolas, run by the association “Le grenier de Callot”, will seduce you with its intimate, cosy atmosphere, especially at dusk. Mulled wine, appetizers, soups and sweet treats are served in the restaurants around the square. Weekend events allow you to discover a whole range of local products.

Open from November 21 to January 4

• Wednesdays and Thursdays from 4 p.m. to 10 p.m.
• Fridays and Saturdays from noon to 11 p.m.
• Sundays from noon to 9 p.m.
• Closed Mondays and Tuesdays, December 24, 25, and 31, and January 1
• Special openings on Tuesdays, December 23 and 30

Le Hameau Gourmand de la Craffe

Porte de La Craffe

In a friendly, festive, and cozy atmosphere, this hamlet invites you to indulge in gourmet treats in a relaxing, cocooning environment. Here, the products are locally sourced, the atmosphere is carefully curated, and the local specialties can be enjoyed on site or taken away.

Open from November 21 to January 4

• Tuesday to Thursday from 4 p.m. to 10 p.m.
• Friday to Sunday from 12 p.m. to 10 p.m.
• Closed on Mondays, December 24, 25, and 31, and January 1

Le Hameau des Fondues Festives

Place Saint-Epvre

Good food, a great atmosphere, and good company are the hallmarks of this hamlet. Le Hameau des Fondues Festives offers gourmet chalets and a bubble bar in a cozy and comfortable space where you can relax with family or friends.

Open from November 21 to January 4

• Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, and Sunday from 12:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
• Friday and Saturday from 12:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m.
• Closed on Mondays, December 25, and January 1
• Special opening until 6:00 p.m. on December 24 and 31

Le petit Hameau de Nico et Mouja

Rue du Pont Mouja

The gourmet hamlet returns in an even more generous version: one more chalet and still an avalanche of flavors—oysters, mulled wine, soups, crepes, paninis, and Asian specialties. Everything you could want this winter: a highly recommended stop!

Open from November 21 to January 4

• Monday to Sunday from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m.
• Closed on December 25 and January 1
• Special opening until 6 p.m. on December 24 and 31