Paris is the destination of choice for those who want to have magical end-of-year celebrations. Between the multiple Christmas markets, the magnificently-illuminated streets and the romantic atmosphere, the capital attracts hundreds of thousands of tourists at this time of the year. However, perhaps you are looking for a quieter – but no less magical – destination in the region to enjoy the special atmosphere of this period. There is a wealth of more intimate places, steeped in history, and conducive to enchanting walks. We spent a little time selecting places worth checking out for a day or a weekend. Here are our magical places to celebrate Christmas around Paris:<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\ud83c\udf84 Enchantment all over France<\/strong>.\u00a0<\/strong>If you are not afraid of distances, here is our list of the\u00a010 most beautiful Christmas markets<\/strong><\/a>\u00a0<\/strong>in France.<\/p>\n\n\n\n To begin with, let’s dive into the history of France, in the beautiful city that is Provins.\u00a0Located south-east of the capital by just 1h20 by train, this city undoubtedly offers the best-preserved medieval heritage in Ile-de-France, which has been registered with Unesco since 2001. Visit the C\u00e9sar Tower, underground passages, rose gardens, the Grange aux Dimes \u2013 there is no shortage of attractions.\u00a0If you visit in the summer, the festival Les M\u00e9di\u00e9vales attracts floods of visitors. In the winter, with the approach of Christmas, the city dons a mantle of magic with its living nativity scene, its medieval market and its Christmas market.\u00a0Please note: some activities are concentrated on a weekend in mid-December, during festivities called \u201cChristmas in Provins\u201d.<\/p>\n\n\n\n \ud83d\udece\ufe0f Find the right hotel in Provins<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Looking for a breathtaking Christmas market in Ile-de-France? Then make the jump to Janvry, in the west of Essonne during the two weekends straddling the months of November and December. For the occasion, the whole village gets involved, and nearly 100,000 visitors flock to see the festivities. On the program: nativities from around the world, pony rides, funfair rides and animals of all kinds.<\/p>\n\n\n\n \ud83d\udece\ufe0f Find the perfect hotel in Janvry<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n If you have studied the history of France, you will know about the castle of Vaux-le-Vicomte, near Melun.\u00a0Each year, this magnificent, residence built for Louis XIV’s superintendent of finances, Nicolas Fouquet, in the 17th century, is adorned with a thousand and one lights. The doors are opened to adults and children alike who wish to celebrate Christmas, as it should be.\u00a0Horse-drawn carriage rides, roaring fires and enchanted gifts will put the cherry on the cake of the festivities.\u00a0The proof in this video.<\/p>\n\n\n\n \ud83d\udece\ufe0f Find the right hotel in Melun<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\nProvins (Seine-et-Marne) for a medieval Christmas<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Janvry (Essonne) for its Christmas market like no other<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Vaux-le-Vicomte (Seine-et-Marne) for a Christmas at the castle<\/h2>\n\n\n\n