Illustration of a christmas market scene (Le Village de Noël du Barcarès)
Christmas Markets

Le Village de Noël du Barcarès

Visitors can wander among traditional and artisanal chalets offering local treats, warm food, and handcrafted gifts. Attractions include a natural ice skating rink, the sub-zero Musée des Glaces, an enchanted forest labyrinth, and carousels throughout the grounds. Guests can also visit Santa's house, take souvenir photos, and experience virtual reality sleigh rides.

What to Expect

Seaside winter wonderland featuring a natural ice rink and ice museum.

Event Details

Ages

All ages

Timed Entry

No

Organizer

EPA Barcarès Evénements

Food & Drink

Traditional chalets offer local flavors, warm treats and sweets, while the event's large restaurants serve generous, comforting dishes.

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Local Insight & Ratings

Family Friendly

🎄 🎄 🎄 🎄 🎄 (5/5)

Best For

Families with children

Vibe

Festive and immersive

Energy Level

Moderate

Budget

€

Photo Friendly

High

Weather Sensitivity

Moderate

Location

Le Barcarès

Know Before You Go

  • Tickets: Enfant jusqu’à 5 ans : gratuit (billet obligatoire) ; enfant de 6 à 10 ans : 5 € en ligne (hors frais de billetterie) ou 7 € sur place ; adulte à partir de 11 ans : 7 € en ligne (hors frais de billetterie) ou 9 € sur place. Réveillon du 31 décembre à partir de 18h : 18 €. Pass Premium : 20 € ; Pass Premium Famille : 38 €. – Get tickets
  • Hours: Daily 11h–01h (last entry 00h); November 20, 2026: 18h–01h (last entry 00h).
  • Parking: Free parking is indicated.
  • Accessibility: Designated PMR accessible parking and access are available at parking P1.
  • Pets: Les chiens sont interdits.

Tips & Advice

  • Buy tickets online before you go, because they cost less than at the gate, and remember that under-5s get in free but still need a ticket.
  • Use the free little-train shuttle from stops around Le Barcarès. It runs every 30 minutes, with more trains on weekends and every day during school holidays.
  • Students and skating club members should bring their card, since showing it gets them a reduced rate.
  • Leave the dog at home when you visit, because dogs are not allowed in the Christmas village.
  • Drivers coming off the A9 should follow the signposted routes to the Christmas village car parks once in Le Barcarès, and all of them are free.

Special Events & Promotions

  • New for 2026-27: new decorations, attractions and parades, plus completely new staging at the Musée des Glaces.
  • Opening night on November 20 starts in the evening.
  • Special New Year's Eve evening on December 31, with its own ticket price.
  • Premium Pass and Family Premium Pass sold separately.
  • Reduced rates for students and skating club members who show their card.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Can I bring my dog?

No, dogs aren't allowed in the Christmas village.

Do young children need a ticket?

Children up to age 5 get in free, but they still need a ticket.

What's new this year?

This edition has new decorations, attractions and parades, plus new experiences and other surprises. The Musée des Glaces also reopens with completely new staging.

What is there to eat?

The traditional chalets sell local specialties and warm treats. The big restaurants serve generous, comforting dishes.

Can I get there without driving?

Yes. A free little-train shuttle runs every 30 minutes from stops around Le Barcarès, including the Hôtel de Ville, Port Saint Ange, Rond-point Annibal, Station Montaner-Nord and Place du Tertre. Bus line 10 also runs from Perpignan TGV station to Le Barcarès.

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Last Updated: Oct 20, 2026
Original Submitter: Sep 17, 2025 The Christmas Events Near Me editorial team