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PASS en Grand Est, an invitation to the finest discoveries
What if escapism began at the start? In the Grand Est region, every train or coach journey opens the door to a journey that goes far beyond the destination, with its landscapes, emotions and discoveries. There, a pass in your pocket becomes the key to a journey without limits. It's the art of travelling light... and experiencing each stage of the journey intensely.
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Christmas markets in Eastern France
From the end of November, a warm and magical atmosphere pervades the Grand Est region. As the festive season approaches, the wooden chalets decorated with glittering garlands take their place and plunge us into a magical atmosphere! At the Christmas and St Nicholas markets, you can warm up with a glass of mulled wine*, pick up a few presents to put under the tree... and let yourself be lulled by the magic of Christmas! Click here for the list and dates for 2025.
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Christmas and festive weekends :
events not to be missed in the Grand Est
Lanterns are lit, markets set up and monuments illuminated: the region is decked out in its finest colours for the festive season. Make the most of the magic for a weekend or a week in the Grand Est.
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Saint Nicholas Day in Eastern France
Every year at the beginning of December, in Nancy, Metz, Epinal and Sélestat, children of all ages gather to celebrate Saint Nicolas, the emblematic figure of the Grand Est region.
In Alsace and Lorraine in particular, the patron saint of children is often more famous than Father Christmas, and gives rise to one of the region's most ancient and authentic traditions. Discover the legend of Saint Nicholas for a weekend and enjoy the magical atmosphere of the festive season in the Grand Est!
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Christmas: a time of traditions in Eastern France
They fuel our fondest memories of the festive season, and have been handed down from generation to generation: Christmas is a time of many customs. Let's take a look at some of the traditions we hold dear!
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Christmas on the snow in Eastern France
With friends, family or as a couple, the Grand Est region invites you to enjoy an unforgettable Christmas in the snow.
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Spend an unusual Christmas in the Grand Est
For an unusual Christmas, head for the Grand Est region, which has a host of unique surprises in store for you.
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The Grand Est, home of the Christmas lights!
Immerse yourself in the heart of the Grand Est, the birthplace of Christmas lights. Fairy-tale markets, age-old traditions, craftsmen with golden hands and gourmet specialities: the recipe for a magical holiday to make your festive season unique.
Indian summer in Eastern France
How about extending your summer with a gentle getaway in the Grand Est? Between walks in the fresh air, peaceful towns to explore and unusual nights in the heart of nature, this is the perfect time to recharge your batteries.
Travelling to the Grand Est for the May bank holidays
The long bank holidays in May are the perfect excuse to treat yourself to that famous break we've been talking about for ages. Whether you're heading off on a nature break, opting for a city & culture experience or a gourmet trip... stop thinking, choose your destination in the Grand Est and book!
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Tableware in the Grand Est : visits to the heart of expertise!
The Grand Est region embodies the excellence of the French art of the table: with visits to workshops, demonstrations by master craftsmen and hands-on workshops, go behind the scenes of these jewels of heritage and let yourself be enchanted by the elegance of a timeless art.
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