Paris marks the holiday season with dozens of annual traditions, including its famous Christmas Markets. Offering unique shopping opportunities in a variety of arrondissements, the markets make for a delightful outing and the perfect place to find Parisian treasures—great and small—for friends and family members.Here is a short list of some of Chocolatine’s favorites:
• Arche de la Défense, Ile-de-France
Nearly 350 little “log cabins”—the vendors’ booths— create a miniature village, all lit up for the season.
• Trocadéro, opposite the Eiffel Tower
120 booths sell handcrafted items, tasty baked goods and tempting local specialties, and, to complete the experience, you can even go ice-skating!
• The Hotel Boheme (Dec. 11 & 12 only)
An outstanding two-day “sale” featuring decorations, jewelry, and clothing by ethnic designers.
• Saint-Germain-des-Pré has its own little Christmas Market, with 25 vendors selling uniquely Parisian gifts.
• Place de la République/Bastille area
Fabulous finds—sculpture, lace, hand-painted fabrics, leather, and handmade jewelry—hallmark this market of treasures.
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