Celebrating Christmas in Normandy is an opportunity to experience magical places with picturesque architecture in a fairy-tale atmosphere. Choose your ideal setting for a traditional celebration in the countryside, off the beaten tracks, with a promise of a moment of tranquility. If you prefer city celebrations, the cities of Rouen and Caen are perfect places to celebrate Christmas vibrantly without losing the magic. And always with a distinctive Norman touch.
Our selection below of traditional Christmas markets and show in iconic places
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Christmas in Caen
Caen’s traditional and cosmopolitan Christmas market houses, in the city-centre (boulevard Maréchal-Leclerc, square of the theater and square de la République), over sixty chalets selling an outstanding array of Christmas goodies from around the world such as nativity figurines, Christmas sweets, pain d’épices gingerbread, mulled wine and cider and traditional waffles.
From November 28 to December 29
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Christmas in Bayeux
The Christmas market chalets will be back in place under the illuminated Liberté tree. A total of 40 exhibitors, including local craftsmen and producers, are expected.
From December 12 to 24
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An immersive show in Bayeux
The “Merveilleux Voyage” (The Wonderful Journey) returns for the second year during the Christmas holidays within the heart of Bayeux
Cathedral. It uses the latest projection, lighting and sound technologies to dress up the entire interior of the Cathedral. A new production is already in the works for late 2026, celebrating the millennium of William the Conqueror’s birth.
From December 17 to January 3
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Christmas in Rouen
Timber-framed houses, a legendary cathedral painted by Claude Monet… the stage is set! In front of the cathedral, the Rouen Christmas Market 2025 will unveil its treasures in around fifty wooden chalets.
From November 21 to December 28
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Christmas in Le Havre
For over twenty years, the Christmas exhibition and its children’s story have been an unmissable event during the festive season at Le Havre Town Hall. Entirely designed and produced by the city, this lively exhibition invites the youngests and the oldests to immerse themselves in the magic of Christmas with around a hundred characters.
From November 29 to December 31
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Christmas in Cherbourg
Enjoy a fun festive atmosphere with the family. The Christmas market is back on the famous central square, Place Charles de Gaulle.
From December 5 to 28
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Alençon celebrates Christmas
Lights, markets, street performances, Christmas concerts, shows, ice rink… the Christmas entertainment program is rich and varied to enjoy the holiday season in Alençon, famous for its UNESCO-listed lace.
From December 12 to 21
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Santa Claus is coming to Dieppe
A Christmas market takes place at the Convention Centre along the seaside. The Dieppe merchants’ association is organising a Christmas market in the former Le Rex cinema, in the city center of Dieppe.
From November 28 to January 4
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The magic of Christmas in Honfleur Terre d’Estuaire
With chalets set around the famous Vieux Bassin (old harbour), this is one of Normandy’s most picturesque Christmas markets. From Honfleur to Beuzeville, Christmas markets attract visitors seeking authenticity, local craftsmanship, and festive experiences in the heart of Normandy.
Until January 4
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Christmas in Deauville
For a month, illuminations, Christmas markets, a carousel, a mulled wine chalet and themed activities delight visitors as they celebrate the festive season in Deauville and in the villages nearby.
From November 28 to January 1
