The French Christmas Village brings the atmosphere and flavours of traditional French Christmas celebrations to Bologna’s historic centre. In Piazza Minghetti and Piazza del Francia, just a few minutes’ walk from Piazza Maggiore, charming gazebo and stalls transform the square into a small French Christmas market in the heart of Bologna.
Among the village’s offerings, you’ll find regional French culinary specialities, such as croissants, baguettes, biscuits, cheeses, spices and wines, alongside handicrafts, homewares and lavender-scented gifts.
It’s a must-see as you stroll through the city centre during the festive season and one of the stops on the Bologna Christmas market circuit.
Where is Bologna’s French Christmas Village?
The market takes place in Piazza Minghetti and Piazza del Francia, in Bologna’s historic centre, near Via Farini and just a few minutes’ walk from Piazza Maggiore.
What to find at the French market
The Village’s gazebos host a selection of French gastronomic products, regional specialities, sweets, cheeses, wines and the unmissable oysters with champagne. You’ll be able to buy Christmas presents for family and friends, including traditional items such as woollen goods, various types of giftware, organic lavender products and many other handcrafted items.
Discover all the Christmas markets in Bologna and other festive events in the city.
Map
French Christmas Village: the French Christmas market in Bologna
Piazza Minghetti e del Francia - Bologna
Site/minisite/other: http://www.facebook.com/Villaggiodinatalefrancese/
Entrance
Free admission
Interests
- Lifestyle
Details
Accessibility
The area where the markets are held is free of architectural barriers and accessible to people with mobility impairments
Timetables
approx. from 9am to 8pm
