Bô Noël - Esplanade de la Cathédrale
Open after ChristmasOpens early
Lausanne Christmas Markets 2026
Last updated · How we compile this guide
When are the Lausanne Christmas markets in 2026?
Lausanne has 4 Christmas markets in our directory. Last season most opened around 20 Nov and the last one closed on 31 Dec 2025; 4 stayed open after Christmas. All are free to enter.
Lausanne has 4 Christmas markets in our Switzerland directory. Last season most opened around 20 Nov and the last one closed on 31 Dec 2025.
Below you'll find every market with its dates, address and official website, plus a map so you can plan a route between Bô Noël - Esplanade de la Cathédrale, Bô Noël - Place Centrale and Bô Noël - Place Pépinet and the rest.
4Christmas markets
20 NovTypical opening (2025)
31 Dec 2025Last market closed
4Open after 25 Dec
All Christmas markets in Lausanne
Sorted by opening date. Dates shown are from the 2025–26 season unless 2026 dates are marked — check the official website before you go.
Bô Noël - Place Centrale
Open after ChristmasOpens early
Bô Noël - Place Pépinet
Open after ChristmasOpens early
Bô Noël - Place Saint-François
Open after ChristmasOpens early
Frequently asked questions
How many Christmas markets are there in Lausanne?
We list 4 Christmas markets in Lausanne, including Bô Noël - Esplanade de la Cathédrale, Bô Noël - Place Centrale, Bô Noël - Place Pépinet and Bô Noël - Place Saint-François. Some are small one-day or weekend events, so check the dates on each card.
When do the Lausanne Christmas markets open in 2026?
In 2025 the first market, Bô Noël - Esplanade de la Cathédrale, opened on 20 Nov 2025, and most were open by 20 Nov 2025. Expect similar timing in 2026: the first Sunday of Advent falls on 29 Nov 2026. Confirm on the official website before you book.
Are Lausanne's Christmas markets open after Christmas?
Yes — last season 4 markets stayed open after 25 December, including Bô Noël - Esplanade de la Cathédrale, Bô Noël - Place Centrale, Bô Noël - Place Pépinet and Bô Noël - Place Saint-François. Most others closed on or before 31 Dec.
Are the Christmas markets in Lausanne free?
Yes, entry to the markets we list is free — you only pay for food, drinks and gifts. Many stalls serve mulled wine in a mug with a small deposit that you get back when you return it.