The French Christmas Traditions: A Discovery Guide!
The French consider Christmas as one of their most important holidays, alongside Bastille Day! How…
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The best photos of Christmas in France
There’s nowhere quite as magical as France at Christmas time. In December the most beautiful Christmas…
Christmas Nativity Scene at Sacré-Cœur Basilica, Montmartre
The Nativity Scene inside the Sacré-Cœur basilica in Montmartre (18th arrondissement) is one of the most visited in Paris. Discover the…
Christmas Nativity Scene at Saint-François-Xavier, Paris
One of the most beautiful Nativity Scenes in Paris is found inside the church of Saint-François-Xavier in the 7th…
Nativity Scene at Notre-Dame Cathedral, Paris
One of the most famous Nativity Scenes in Paris is found inside the Notre-Dame cathedral and attracts almost 2 million visitors from…
Christmas Nativity Scenes in France
Coming from a long Catholic tradition, Nativity scenes are still present in many households, churches…
Christmas Nativity Scenes in Paris
Many Catholic churches in Paris set up a Nativity Scene at Christmas, which can be…
What are the Christmas Tree Decorations in France?
With its bright lights and dazzling ornaments, the Christmas tree is one of the symbols…
What are the Christmas Tree Types in France?
They are at least three best-selling Christmas Tree types in France: spruce, Nordmann and noble fir trees.…
Facts and Figures about Christmas Trees in France
For decades, getting a Christmas Tree has stayed a popular tradition in France. In fact, the…
Do you suffer from Santa Claustrophobia or Paternatolophobie?
Have you heard of ‘Paternatalophobie’? This French word means a general or irrational fear of…
No Christmas tree in front of Notre-Dame Cathedral
Bad news for those who wished to wonder at the traditional Christmas tree in Paris. Following…
Who is the character of Saint-Nicolas?
For children of the French provinces of the Alsace, Lorraine and the Flanders, Saint-Nicolas is the character who…
Today is the first Sunday of Advent
Today is the first Sunday of Advent, a time of waiting and preparing for Christmas.…
L’Enfant au Tambour: the story of the song
L’Enfant au Tambour… the story of the song known in English as “The Little Drummer…
This is the True Message of Christmas
For some people, Christmas is all about Santa, presents, Christmas trees and decorations. This is…
The Most Beautiful Christmas Carols in France
Christmas in France is celebrated with singing songs that are called “les noëls”. Sung by…
The formidable story of Santa Claus in France
Santa Claus in France is called “Père Noël”. Like in any places celebrating Christmas, the…
The enchanting Christmas Markets in France
Christmas markets in France are small villages made up of little stalls made of wood (called chalets).…
What are the legends of Saint-Nicolas
Saint-Nicolas is the character who distributes presents to Austrian, Belgian, Dutch, German, French and Swiss…
New Year’s Eve in France: le Nouvel An
There are many ways to fight the cold French winter… there are coats, gloves, soups,…
Epiphany in France: Origins and Traditions
Epiphany in France takes place on January the 6th. It celebrates the date of the…
The Top Traditions of the French Christmas Tree
Decorated with ornaments, glistening tinsel, blinking fairy lights and topped by a star, the French…
How do we celebrate Advent in France?
Advent in France is a time of waiting and preparing for Christmas. It lasts for four…
The Guide to All the French traditions of Christmas
How do the French celebrate Christmas? I’m glad you ask it… for there is much…
Candlemas in France: this is Crêpes Day!
November, December, January, February… in France, the cold and grey winter settles for a long…