The Saint Nicholas markets

The main Saint Nicholas village

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!

From late November 2023 to early January 2024

Organised by:
Les Vitrines de Nancy
Tel. 03.83.36.34.34

Saint Nicholas gourmet village, Place Vaudémont

Whether you’re looking for lunch, tea or a drink before dinner, you’ll love the cosy and convivial atmosphere of the Saint Nicholas gourmet market, especially as the evening sets in. Mulled wine, before-dinner snacks, soup, or a tea-time treat, there’s something delicious for everyone in the restaurants around the square.

From late November 2023 to early January 2024

Ferris Wheel Village

The Ferris Wheel has become a staple of our Festival of Saint Nicholas, offering an incredible view over the 18th-century district and the Old Town. At its feet, ancient fairground rides delight both young and old alike, with food and drink to be enjoyed in the warmth of the braziers.

From late November 2023 to early January 2024

‘Quai des glaces’ – Skating rink village on Place Simone Veil

An outdoor rink to savour the joy of skating with family or friends. After a good effort, treat yourself to a drink or snack in one of our gourmet chalets.

From late November 2023 to early January 2024

Père Fouettard’s Tavern, Place des Bourgets

Brand new for this year: Père Fouettard, St Nick’s counterpart who dishes out coal to naughty children, invites you to his very own tavern. Located on Place des Bourgets, at the start of the Grande Rue and not far from the Porte de la Craffe, Père Fouettard’s den is made up of four chalets, with food, musical entertainment, crafts and a workshop, all supported by the Old Town Traders’ Association.

From late November 2023 to early January 2024

Village under the gate

Located at Place des Vosges, you’ll feel as though you’ve been transported to the Far North as soon as you set foot inside this village. The MJC Pichon and the “Les Vedettes du Chardon, Tabarnak” association welcome the public in a space decorated in all the colours of Canada: three cosy chalets overflowing with maple syrup, concerts on Fridays and Saturdays, cooking classes for children on Wednesdays and a fantastic atmosphere every day of the week.

From late November 2023 to early January 2024

Jojo’s Village

Just a stone’s throw from Place Stanislas, towards La Pépinière Park, lies Jojo’s Village, a cosy cocoon made up of five chalets with an intimate atmosphere set up by the “Chanbranle et Chanlatte” association … On the menu: delicious, comforting products, local actors to support and traditional flavours to be discovered, with concerts every weekend as the cherry on top – perfect to warm your heart over a glass of mulled wine!

From late November 2023 to early January 2024

Vieux Barbu’s Village – Aisle Mercure

Not far from the Great Village of Saint Nicholas, along the central market stretching out from Place Charles III, the four chalets of Vieux Barbu’s Village await you … With a smile and a warm welcome, of course! Here, it’s all about rest, relaxation and melted cheese, with a host of seasonal culinary specialities – as mulled wine and raclette take centre stage – and a fantastic musical atmosphere thanks to a programme of concerts organised throughout the festivities.

From late November 2023 to early January 2024