Marché de Noël de Montbéliard (Montbéliard Christmas Market) is one of France’s most charming holiday fairs, filling the historic streets of Montbéliard, in the Franche-Comté region, with festive cheer each December. Famous for its warm Alsatian-style atmosphere, the market features more than 150 wooden chalets offering artisan crafts, regional specialties, and seasonal treats, all under thousands of twinkling lights. Highlights include the beautifully illuminated Saint-Martin Temple, children’s activities, and cultural performances that bring the town’s Christmas traditions to life. Blending French elegance with Alsatian influences, it is often ranked among the most enchanting markets in France.
Free 30-min consult. Weekend in Montbéliard or a Burgundy–Franche-Comté route—we’ll plan the Lumières de Noël, market chalets & food stops, and a walkable stay near the old town.
DATES & TIMES
• Dates: 22 November–24 December 2025 (Saturday–Wednesday).
• Opening hours: Nov 22–Dec 20 — Mon 14:00–20:00; Tue–Thu 10:30–20:00; Fri 10:30–21:00; Sat 10:00–21:00; Sun 10:00–20:00. Dec 21–23 — 10:00–21:00; Dec 24 — 10:00–18:00 — see Opening hours.
• Illuminations: City center lights daily 16:30–23:00 until 4 January 2026 (esplanade at the Château Wurtemberg from 29 November) — see Opening hours.
• The exact timetable publishes annually — check the Official site for the latest daily updates.
LOCATION
• Venue area: Historic center around Temple Saint-Martin and Place Saint-Martin; detailed plan posted on the official site — Market map.
• Map: Open in Google Maps.
TICKETS & ENTRY
• General access: No general ticketing is listed on the official site for the market area; some activities may have separate prices.
• Ice rink: Place Denfert-Rochereau; see hours and prices on Skating rink info.
GOOD TO KNOW
• Getting there: See official guidance for TER trains, Belfort-Montbéliard TGV + THNS buses, park-and-ride at Axone, and parking — Getting to Montbéliard.
• Official confirmation: The City of Montbéliard also states the 2025 dates (22 Nov–24 Dec) — City page.
Flat planning fees and WhatsApp support 08:00–20:00 CET.