Christmas markets in Northern Vaud

ADNV – Lionel Bourgeois

Christmas markets in Northern Vaud

ADNV – Lionel Bourgeois

2025 arrive déjà à son terme, et pour finir en beauté, quoi de mieux que les marchés de Noël ?

The smell of waffles and pancakes, mulled wine or spiced teas, and all those things that make Christmas markets so magical are back!

For market-goers, a multitude of markets will be held in the region: over a month, a week, a weekend or even a single day. There’s something for everyone this pre-holiday season.

Craftsmen inside the château © ADNV – Lionel Bourgeois

Yverdon-les-Bains Christmas Market

In the heart of the city, on Place Pestalozzi, discover the Yverdon-les-Bains Christmas Market, where craftsmen and conviviality take center stage.

For almost a month, from November 29 to December 23, the Christmas Market welcomes you with a variety of stalls and events. Inside the château, you’ll find a host of craftsmen and women. On the square, a canteen and an arbour will offer you the opportunity to share a warm moment over one or more mulled wines. There will also be a wide variety of catering options.

For families, Santa Claus will be at the rendezvous, accompanied by a variety of activities, including face painting for children, a lantern procession and even a toboggan run!

And don’t forget the town’s nocturnes, when shops will be open until 9pm on Tuesday December 19 and 23.

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Orbe Christmas Market © Bénédicte Pillois

There are many Christmas markets to discover in the region

A host of villages and towns also hold Christmas markets, whether in the street or in community halls. One thing’s for sure: the spotlight is on craftsmanship.

Often run by volunteers, these markets bring the magic of Christmas to different parts of the region through a festive and convivial event. Starting November 22, you’ll find the following markets:

  • Pomy, Saturday 22.11 from 10am to 6pm
  • Christmas counter at Juraparc, Saturday 29.11 from 9am to 7pm and Sunday 30.11 from 9am to 5pm
  • Christmas Farm Market, Orges, Thursday December 4 to Sunday December 14,
  • Orbe, Sunday 30.11 from 9am to 5pm
  • Agiez, Saturday 6.12 from 10am to 5pm
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