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The Christmas market in Strasbourg: a magical event

The oldest Christmas market in France The Christmas market Strasbourg or Christkindlmärik ('Market of the Christ Child' in Alsatian) is the oldest Christmas market in France. This market dedicated to handicrafts and Christmas decorations has been held annually in Strasbourg since 1570. Unlike o ...

21
Nov
2007

Christmas travel: where to see the most beautiful Christmas trees in the world?

View this post on Instagram A publication shared by Restaurant Le 1928 Courchevel (@restaurant_le_1928) 3- The Christmas tree in Strasbourg Another must-see destination for a Christmas trip without leaving the borders of France is of course the city of Strasbourg. As the birt ...

20
Dec
2022

Christmas in Alsace: 5 ideas for an unforgettable stay

Sure, it's not the most original idea, but it's a tradition that has been a must for centuries in this part of France. Start with the very famous Strasbourg Christmas market which has been around since the 16th century. And if you've loved the atmosphere of this market and want to keep the mo ...

17
Nov
2021

Face à face : what are the strong points of the new police series of France 3 ?

e series Face à face features a duo of female investigators: the investigating judge Justine Rameau (Claire Borotra) and the commander of the SRPJ in Strasbourg Vanessa Tancelin (Constance Gay). At the beginning of this 12-episode season 1, Vanessa was transferred to Strasbourg to get closer to ...

15
Mar
2022

Christmas Holidays: 5 Destinations for Every Taste in France

ones, take a seat on the big wheel at Place Bellecour and admire the city and its Christmas lights from 60 meters high! 2- A traditional Christmas in Strasbourg. It is impossible to establish the top 5 most beautiful destinations for Christmas holidays in France without mentioning the city of Strasb ...

29
Nov
2023

Time zones: origins and functioning

ar time also called 'true time'. The times were therefore different in different places as there can be up to 50 minutes difference between sunrise in Strasbourg and sunrise in Brest. Nevertheless, this system started to cause problems when the railroads developed. This is why the authorities d ...

06
Aug
2008

The Orient Express: History of a Legendary Train

e world's first international railway. It provided a connection between Paris (Paris-Est station) and Constantinople (now Istanbul), passing through Strasbourg, Munich, Vienna, and other European cities. This train did not just cross Europe; it also offered its passengers a luxurious setting that ...

19
May
2011

Tinsel and Trinkets: Mulhouse's Christmas Market

A single market in Alsace Nothing looks more like an Alsatian Christmas market than another Alsatian Christmas market... However, the city of Mulhouse has found a way to stand out by drawing inspiration from its industrial past and textile tradition. Formerly known as "les Etoffes de Noël," the M ...

30
Nov
2015

The Christmas markets of Metz: a must-see attraction in Lorraine

t delight of both young and old. The market (or rather the markets) of Metz are among the largest in France and the most popular, just like those of Strasbourg and Colmar in Alsace. Practical information The Christmas Markets in Metz take place from November 22 to December 30, 2024 and are free to ...

11
Dec
2015

2021, the polar summer: a cultural season throughout France

n-Cotentin, Dijon, Grenoble, La Rochelle, Lille, Lorient, Marseille, Metz, Montpellier, Nancy, Orleans, Reims, Rouen, Saint-Denis, Saint-Pierre, Sète, Strasbourg, Toulouse and Versailles. Each city is exhibiting two 4 x 3 metre photos signed by two great French nature photographers: the underwat ...

06
Sep
2021

The Upper Rhine Valley: a destination in the heart of Europe

very diverse cities, but each one more vibrant than the next. During your stay, you can visit Basel, Freiburg, Karlsruhe, Baden-Baden, as well as Strasbourg, Colmar and Mulhouse. Thanks to the proximity of major airports and train stations, it is easy to get to this valley and even visit all ...

29
Sep
2021

Franche-Comté: 5 good reasons to visit Montbéliard in winter

Copyright : Pays de Montbéliard Tourisme Its market named Les Lumières de Noël is one of the most beautiful Christmas markets in France, along with those in Strasbourg and Colmar. This market, whose small stalls are decorated and illuminated in the spirit of Christmas, stretches between ...

10
Nov
2021

The Saint Nicolas festivities in Nancy: a magical event

The Fêtes de Saint-Nicolas à Nancy are an unmissable event in Lorraine. In Eastern France, this event is as famous as the famous Christmas market in Strasbourg! Indeed, it is in Nancy that Saint Nicholas (the Lorraine festival par excellence) is celebrated with the most pomp. Even if the of ...

24
Nov
2021

The most beautiful trips in Europe

ia and idiosyncrasy can be palpable. But in addition to Paris, France has a number of wonderful cities like Marseille, Lyon, Toulouse, Bordeaux or Strasbourg where you can discover all the facets that define the French spirit. And of course, we can't leave without enjoying the French cuisine and ...

03
Dec
2022

Christmas cookies with cocoa and spices: an easy recipe

you need to use room temperature butter so that it is a bit soft. I also used spices for this recipe that came directly from the Christmas market in Strasbourg, Alsace. Preparation of the ingredients The preparation of Christmas cookies with cocoa and spices is very simple. 1- In a large con ...

23
Dec
2022

They make France shine: a program that celebrates French know-how on France 3

osity as greed how she concocts a new jam for Mother's Day in Japan and an unpublished recipe for her friend the pastry chef Pierre Hermé! North of Strasbourg, Christian Deichtmann is an art cabinetmaker who works for historical monuments and manages to reconcile tradition and modernity. He also ...

21
Feb
2023

Road safety: a new yellow light for pedestrians.

destrian light will be experimented for a period of 2 years in the following 6 cities in France: • Metz • Nancy • Nantes • Nice • Strasbourg • Toulouse Note: the city of Versailles, which was initially supposed to participate in this experiment, has decided not t ...

30
May
2023

Restaurants: What is the Michelin Green Star?

ood in Payrin-Augmontel, Tarn • Chefs James Henry and Shaun Kelly of the Le Doyenné restaurant in Saint-Vrain (91) • David Degoursy and Jeanne Satori of the de:ja restaurant in Strasbourg • Chef Florian Descours of the La Bòria restaurant in Veyras, Ardèche ...

07
Aug
2023

Reading: 5 Things to Know About the New Romance Genre

to discover new releases in the genre before anyone else. After organizing the 2022 edition in Nice, Hugo Publishing has set a date with attendees in Strasbourg in early November 2023 for a 7th edition packed with activities: meetings with renowned female authors, parties, creative workshops, and t ...

09
Nov
2023