Marché de Noël de Sélestat - Place de la Victoire

Nestled in the heart of Sélestat — Alsace's self-proclaimed capital of the Christmas tree — the Place de la Victoire Christmas market offers an intimate and authentically Alsatian holiday experience. This charming square, situated beside the Complexe Sainte-Barbe, forms one of three interconnected market locations that together make up the Sélestat Christmas Market, running from late November through late December. Place de la Victoire hosts a carefully curated selection of artisan vendors that perfectly captures the spirit of handcrafted Alsatian Christmas tradition. Shoppers can browse stone jewelry from Rolande Schwald, intricate wooden decorations from EKcreabois, and seasonal preserves, jams, and syrups from Les bocaux de saison. Candles poured into traditional Alsatian pottery from La bijouterie add a distinctly regional touch, while Douceur rurale offers honey, soaps, and natural cosmetics. Food lovers will find tarte flambée, gratinated bretzels, punch de Noël, and warm mulled wine at The Food Event, alongside artisan medieval-style breads from La ripaille gourmande and creative rum blends from L'tiot Dépanneur. The square's proximity to the Complexe Sainte-Barbe adds extra value for visitors — the building hosts rotating Christmas exhibitions, artisan demonstrations, and the whimsical Sapinlipopette creative Christmas tree contest. Street performers and live music animate the area on weekends, and the market's relaxed pace makes it far less crowded than larger Alsatian markets like Strasbourg or Colmar. The market is open Sunday through Thursday from 11am to 7pm and Friday–Saturday from 11am to 8pm, with free admission throughout. Pair your visit with the full Sélestat Christmas trail for a complete festive afternoon.