When do the Christmas lights in Paris start in 2025?

The launch of the Parisian illuminations begins on 16 November 2025 on the Avenue des Champs-Élysées. 

The 400 trees along the famous avenue will be illuminated every evening from 5pm to midnight, until 7 January 2026. 

The celebrations continue on 18 November 2025 with the avenue Montaigne. 

The Faubourg Saint-Honoré district will be joining in this sparkling celebration from 22 November 2025.

Bercy Village will offer its unique atmosphere from late November 2025 to early January 2026, while place Vendôme will unveil its illuminated decorations at the end of November. 

To protect the environment, the illuminations go out 2 hours earlier than in previous years, except on 24 and 31 December when they shine all night long.

Where can I see more Christmas lights in Paris?

The Place Vendôme is transformed into a magical setting with its majestic Christmas trees adorned with thousands of Golden LEDs. For an enchanted stroll, the quartier Montmartre offers a magical route along the rue des Abbesses and the place du Tertre.

Some of Paris's most famous thoroughfares are also full of surprises:

- Boulevard Haussmann: the glittering facades of the major department stores

- Rue de la Paix : luminous silver arcades

- Avenue George V : cascades of white lights

A tip for admiring these marvels: opt for an early evening visit around 6pm, when the city dons its luminous mantle in a particularly magical atmosphere.

Where are the most beautiful Christmas decorations in Paris?

- The Village Royal offers a refined lighting decor, creating a unique atmosphere under its historic glass roof. 

This elegant gallery is also home to boutiques with sumptuous window displays.

- Bercy Village enchants visitors with its illuminated cobbled walkways.

Committed to the environment, Bercy Village uses sustainable decorations made from biodegradable and recycled materials, offering a festive and responsible experience.

- The rue Saint-Dominique in the 7th arrondissement is an enchanting place with tastefully decorated shopfronts and pastry shops. 

The shops compete with each other to create original settings, combining tradition and modernity.

The Jardin des Plantes and other places in Paris - Parc floral, jardin d'acclimatation, domaine de Saint-Cloud, Thoiry- are adorned with monumental lanterns and light sculptures, transforming their paths into dreamlike trails for the whole family to discover.