The 8 most beautiful Christmas markets around Lake Geneva
Montreux Christmas Market
Counted among Europe’s finest, the Montreux Christmas Market stretches along the lakeside promenade from November 20 to December 24, 2025. Hosting over 170 illuminated chalets, it features handcrafted gifts, regional delicacies, and seasonal entertainment for all ages. The highlight is Santa Claus flying in his sleigh above the market each evening. Visitors can also enjoy the panoramic Ferris Wheel and the Medieval Magic experience at Chillon Castle on select December weekends.
Bô Noël Lausanne
From November 20 to December 31, 2025, Lausanne comes alive with its 11th edition of Bô Noël, attracting over 400,000 visitors. Spread across several city squares, this Christmas market combines artisanal, local produce, and designer markets with a wealth of performances, festive decorations, and children’s activities. Events like the famous Christmas Run and creative workshops make it both modern and deeply rooted in Lausanne’s cultural identity.
Gruyères Christmas Market
Set within the medieval charm of Gruyères, this Christmas market runs every weekend of Advent (November 28 to December 21, 2025). Visitors can explore more than 40 artisan stalls, attend concerts, storytelling sessions, and craft workshops. The highlight is the Saint Nicholas celebration weekend, filled with music, mulled wine, and local specialties — all within one of Switzerland’s most atmospheric settings.
Morges Christmas Market
The Christmas market at Morges takes place in and around the town’s historic castle from December 3 to 21, 2025. Over 100 vendors showcase crafts in the gardens, courtyards, lakeside area, and even the castle’s vaulted cellars. A festive gourmet cabin offers local dishes and drinks, while the castle’s historic surroundings create an idyllic ambiance, perfect for gift shopping and holiday cheer.
Noël au Quai, Geneva
On the Geneva waterfront, the Noël au Quai event transforms the Mont-Blanc quays into a luminous festive village. Here, visitors can enjoy gourmet stalls, local crafts, and live entertainment in a lakeside atmosphere framed by distant Alpine peaks. The event also includes street performances, light shows, and a Ferris wheel — making it one of Geneva’s most beloved winter destinations.
Les Féériques, Thonon-les-Bains
Each December, Thonon’s Christmas market brings magic to the shores of Lake Geneva. Around Place des Arts and the Belvédère, visitors can wander amidst glittering lights, a large skating rink, concerts, and children’s shows. Local artisans and food stalls contribute to the festive, family-friendly charm that captivates visitors throughout the Chablais region.
Abondance Christmas Market
Set in the heart of the Savoyard Alps, the Abondance Christmas market celebrates tradition and mountain heritage. Wooden chalets line the snow-covered streets, offering cheeses, charcuterie, sweets, and handmade gifts. Entertainment for children, brass bands, and seasonal treats create a cozy, authentic Alpine holiday experience.
The Village des Flottins, Évian
From December 13 to January 5, the extraordinary Village des Flottins turns Évian into a fantastic world of imagination. Artists craft whimsical sculptures and installations from driftwood, filling the town with mythic creatures, storytelling, music, and theatre. Instead of the traditional Santa Claus, this free-spirited celebration invites visitors into a living tale — a wonderland born from creativity and nature — recognized as one of Europe’s most original winter events.
Across both shores of Lake Geneva, these Christmas markets invite locals and travelers alike to bask in the glow of festive lights, discover regional crafts, taste seasonal delights, and share in the timeless joy of the holiday season.
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