The gunman who killed three people at a Christmas market in Strasbourg was shot dead by French police on Thursday as the Islamic State jihadist group claimed him as one of its “soldiers”. More than ...

As it is in so many places, Christmas in France is all about family, friends and food. While it’s generally a low-key affair marked by gatherings of relatives and treats for children, it also has the ...

The Notre-Dame de Paris Christmas Market returns to Square René Viviani, from Friday November 28 to Thursday December 25, 2025. This not-to-be-missed event in the 5th arrondissem ...

Vin chaud, known as mulled wine in English, is a staple of Christmas markets. For centuries it's been enjoyed in Europe during colder months. In France, the traditional winter drink has its own twist.

The Christmas season is a time of the year when the French set aside their treasured notion of being a staunchly secular country to revel in holiday traditions, many of them rooted in Christianity and ...

PARIS (Reuters) - The first time French police informed the Chechen refugee that he was prohibited from leaving the northeastern city of Strasbourg and must check in with them daily, he did not think ...

As Christmas approaches, towns and cities across France get into the festive spirit. Here’s our list of go-to seasonal markets, fetes and fairs An early start to the seasonal celebrations in Nancy, as ...

STRASBOURG, France — White roses and candles formed a makeshift memorial for victims of an attack on France’s largest Christmas market Tuesday night. The suspect in the shooting was identified by ...

If you’re in France during the holidays, you’re in for a treat as Paris, and the bulk of the hexagon, is serving up quite the platter to mark the festivities: from Eiffel Tower ice skating to old ...