Top Christmas Markets on Lake Geneva in Switzerland

Merry go round and other entertainment for children at the Geneva International Christmas market in Switzerland

Montreux, Lausanne, and Geneva have the best Christmas markets (Marché de Noël / Weihnachtsmarkt), decorations, and Xmas lights to visit in 2024 in the Lac Léman region of Switzerland. The advent season before Christmas brings some color and holiday cheer to the Lake Geneva region. Many towns see an increase in cultural events – not … Read more

Visit the Montreux Marché de Noël Christmas Market, Switzerland

Santa Claus flies over the Montreux Noël lakeside promenade in his sleigh

The Marché de Noël à Montreux is by far the largest and best Christmas market to visit in the Lake Geneva (Lac Léman) region of Switzerland in 2024.  Apart from the lake-shore market, Santa’s workshop, a Christmas village, and a medieval festival await Advent visitors. The Montreux Christmas Market is open from November 21 to … Read more

Photos of the Montreux Christmas Market

Painted Glass Balls at the Montreux Christmas market

The photogenic Marché de Noël à Montreux is the largest and best Christmas market to visit in the Lake Geneva region of Switzerland. This beautifully located Weihnachtsmarkt is popular with families and children. The Marché de Noël à Montreux is the best Christmas market to visit in the Lac Léman region of Western Switzerland. This … Read more

Visit Santa Clause’s Mountaintop Workshop in Montreux, Switzerland

Santa Clause on Rochers-de-Naye near Montreux

Each December children can visit Father Christmas by cog-wheel mountain train at his Swiss home on Rochers-de-Naye, an Alpine peak towering over Montreux and Lac Léman. NOTE: In 2020, the Montreux Christmas market and all related activities were canceled. Visiting Santa’s house at the top of Rochers-de-Naye is one of main attractions for children to … Read more