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Lots of ideas for the Christmas holidays in Avignon

From the beginning of December, the town is decked out in beautiful decorations and sparkling with a thousand lights. Markets, nativity scenes, concerts, shows, entertainment, New Year’s Eve parties… a whole host of events are organised to punctuate this festive period.

Avignon has a magical Christmas and New Year in store for you! Discover our selection to enjoy with family and friends. We wish you all the best for the festive season!

Christmas tree collection from 26 December to 12 January

Recycle your Christmas trees by dropping them off at the following collection points:

  • Place des Carmes
  • Place Pompidou
  • Rue Guillaume Puy: opposite no. 43
  • Place des Corps-Saints: corner of Lattre de Tassigny
  • Place des Corps-Saints: corner of Lattre de Tassigny
  • Allées de l’Oulle: Carré d’Honneur
  • Île de la Barthelasse: Allée Antoine Pinay car park

West district: town hall car park
North district ring road: avenue de la Trillade corner 1re DB
South district ring road: Place Alexandre Farnèse / in front of Parc de la Murette
East district: Town Hall car park
North district: Parc de Massillargues
Montfavet: Rue des Écoles (bullring)
Saint-Chamand: Château de St-Chamand

Visiting a Christmas market means supporting local artisans and producers, discovering regional products and committing to more responsible celebrations. Tip: remember to bring your reusable shopping bag with you when you go shopping.

Traditions

Discover the Provençal spirit of Christmas: hand-crafted nativity scenes, local flavours and warmth for unique and memorable festivities.

Tip: at home, consider creating your own Advent calendars! It’s a creative activity and you can fill them with mini surprises tailored to your tastes. Rediscover the little pleasures of our region: calissons, papalines, croquants, santons, Marseille soap, and add your own creations.

Gift ideas

Gourmet shopping

Indulge in exceptional products: fine foods, artisan chocolates, roasted coffees, regional cheeses… Delicious gourmet specialities created by passionate artisans and local producers!

Avignon City PassBenefit from the destination at the price
Earn more than 57€ on the tourist attractions of the City of Papes, direct access to museums and monuments of Avignon and Villeneuve-lès-Avignon, discounts on your visiting guides and certain places. Activities, as well as your favorite station 24 or 48 hours!