The Meisenthal glassworks and its famous Christmas baubles

If you follow the Glass and Crystal Route through the thick forests of the Vosges du Nord, you'll reach a glass mecca. Less than 10 km from Wingen, ... Read more!

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Père Fouettard: Unraveling the Dark Side of Christmas in France

When we saw his silhouette from afar, we were already terrified! As a child, I remember the visit of the sinister Père Fouettard. Fortunately for good children, Saint ... Read more!

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Why you should spend Christmas in Nancy

The Saint Nicolas Day celebrations highlight Christmas in Nancy at the beginning of December. Until the New Year, several activities and events are organised to maintain the magic ... Read more!

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Christmas in Lorraine: what to see!

Christmas in Lorraine consists of traditions centred around the character of St. Nicholas, locally known as Saint-Nicolas. In Nancy the Patron saint of Lorraine is at the centre of a 40 ... Read more!

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What are the Saint-Nicolas celebrations in Nancy

In France’s north-east, there are two main not-to-miss events in December: the Christmas market of Strasbourg and the Saint-Nicolas celebrations in Nancy. The former capital of the Dukes of Lorraine hosts a ... Read more!

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Discover the Metz Christmas Market in Lorraine

Of all the Christmas markets of France, the one in Metz ranks as one of the most visited. You may have heard of Metz for its stunning gothic cathedral ... Read more!

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