Clermont-Ferrand Christmas Market
Visitors can stroll among dozens of wooden chalets offering handmade gifts from local artisans and craftspeople. The square fills with the aroma of comforting holiday treats to sample, including regional truffade and spiced mulled wine, set beneath a large Christmas tree and Ferris wheel. Daily entertainment and appearances by Santa Claus bring festive cheer to visitors of all ages.
What to Expect
Over 70 wooden chalets and festive entertainment on Place de Jaude.
Event Details
Ages
All ages
Timed Entry
No
Organizer
Centre France Evénements
Food & Drink
Visitors can sample local truffade and hot spiced mulled wine.
Local Insight & Ratings
Family Friendly
Best For
Families and christmas-market shoppers
Vibe
Festive and welcoming
Energy Level
Moderate
Budget
Free
Photo Friendly
High
Weather Sensitivity
Moderate
Location
Know Before You Go
- Tickets: Free admission to the market; participation in the activities is also free.
- Hours: Mondays 14h–20h; Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays and Sundays 10h30–20h; Fridays and Saturdays 10h30–22h.
- Parking: Les parkings relais Les Pistes ou Henri Dunant, ou les parkings du centre-ville Cathédrale, Saint-Pierre et Vercingétorix. Les stationnements voiture sont payants.
Tips & Advice
- Come on a Friday or Saturday if you want a longer evening visit, because the market stays open later on those nights.
- Don't plan a Monday morning visit, because the market only opens in the afternoon on Mondays.
- Leave the car at the Les Pistes or Henri Dunant park-and-ride and ride tram line A straight to the Place de Jaude stop.
- If you cycle, use the racks around Place de Jaude and lock both the frame and the front wheel.
- Look through the exhibitor list and market map before you go to spot gift ideas among the 73 chalets.
Quick Actions
Frequently Asked Questions
Is there entertainment for children and adults?
Yes. Activities for children and adults run every day, with Santa keeping an eye on things, and taking part is free.
What food can I try?
Expect regional truffade, spiced mulled wine and other warming treats from the chalets.
Where can I park?
Park at the Les Pistes or Henri Dunant park-and-ride and take tram line A to Place de Jaude. Or use the city-centre car parks Cathédrale, Saint-Pierre or Vercingétorix, which is on Place de Jaude itself. Car parking is paid.
How do I get there by public transport or bike?
Tram line A stops at Place de Jaude. Buses stop at Beaurepaire or F. Roosevelt, a short walk away. There are bike racks all around the square.
Can I see the stallholders before I go?
Yes. The list of exhibitors, the market guide and the map are all online, so you can spot gift ideas ahead of time.
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