What better way to bring the magic of the festive season to life than at a Christmas market? Set up as early as November, these ephemeral venues are the perfect places to stroll with the family and start buying the gifts that will be patiently waiting under the tree until December 25. Marseille Secrète lists the Christmas markets in and around the city.
1. The Vieux-Port Christmas market
This is probably the most famous Christmas market in the Bouches-du-Rhôneregion . From November 22 to January 4, 2026, some forty chalets will be showcasing Marseille’s savoir-faire. Soaps, candles, jewelry, blown glass, cookies, Christmas decorations, ceramics, paintings, chocolates and wooden toys. Enough to fill up on gift ideas! And, of course, a ride on the Ferris wheel overlooking Marseille!
2. The Santon Fair at the Vieux-Port Christmas Market
As part of the Vieux-Port Christmas Market, which stretches all the way down the Canebière, the Foire aux santons is worthy of its own paragraph in this ranking. It’s a showcase for traditional Provencal craftsmanship, attracting hundreds of thousands of visitors every year.
3. Sanary-sur-mer’s Christmas lights and market
The Sanary-sur-mer illuminations are a not-to-be-missed event for all lovers of the Christmas spirit. It’s also the perfect opportunity to discover the Provencal Christmas market. Set up on the quayside, it’s full of the flavours of the region and showcases local crafts.
4. Aix-en-Provence Christmas market
From November 14 to December 31,Aix-en-Provence‘s city center is decked out in Christmas enchantment. All week long, the Cours Mirabeau welcomes some fifty designer and artisan chalets for the pleasure of young and old alike. Gourmets will also find plenty to tempt them with local products and other gastronomic delights typical of the season!
5. Aubagne’s santon and ceramic market
In Aubagne, too, you can discover beautiful ceramic creations and santons! The perfect place to complete your nativity scene. Come to Cours Foch until December 29 for this authentic traditional Provencal fair. And don’t miss the large panoramic crib!
5. Salon-de-Provence Christmas market
The streets of Salon-de-Provence are filled with the magic of Christmas, for the pleasure of the whole family. From November 29 to December 29, immerse yourself in a magical atmosphere blending Provencal traditions. A funfair, parades, a miniature train, a santon fair, a Christmas village, 3D illuminations and a nativity scene trail await you for unforgettable festivities.
And if after all these Christmas markets you still haven’t found a present for your friends born in January, why not offer them an experience to share with one of these many Fever gift cards.