We waited for it with the same impatience as the first snowflakes on the rooftops: Bô Noël is making its big comeback in 2025, once again bringing that winter magic that transforms Lausanne into a truly enchanted village. I couldn’t wait any longer: as soon as it opened, I rushed to the market to discover what this new edition had in store for us. And as always… strolling around in the cold works up an appetite! So here’s a sneak preview of what awaits you on your next trip to the heart of Bô Noël.
As soon as you slip between the illuminated chalets, the dilemma begins: should you fall for a handmade gift from the Creators’ Market or follow the sweet and savoury aromas wafting through the air? Hot chestnuts, cookies, pancakes and new gourmet creations designed for 2025… it’s hard to resist.
For a quick bite, I recommend Yakuza’s gyozas, perfect for recharging your batteries, or Circle Club’s original burgers, whose pulled beef is a real treat.
When passing by the En Terre Vaudoise chalet, it’s impossible not to stop: local specialities, a warm atmosphere, bursts of laughter and steaming dishes. This year, we fell for a papet vaudois and a hot, runny Mont-d’Or. As for the smell of Malakoffs… a constant temptation, which I have not yet succumbed to.
Hot drinks
After a few hours in the cold, a little pick-me-up is in order. Pompom spiced apple juice, with a touch of rum, warms your hands as much as your heart. For an alcohol-free version, the tea shop offers fragrant Christmas teas and herbal teas or a delicious hot chocolate, perfect for young and old alike.
Typical dishes
If you have some time and fancy a cosy evening, head up to Place Bel-Air and step inside Chez Steph (bookings can be made by email). For a change from cheese, try a fondue glareyarde or accompany your glass of Chasselas with some malakoff or a croque Papet.
Seafood
Lovers of seafood will not be disappointed: at Place Saint-François, Bô Pêcheur offers oysters, prawns, crabs, smoked salmon, foie gras and festive platters, ideal for getting into the spirit of end-of-year meals.
Sweet specialities
And for sugar addicts like me, rest assured: once again this year, the market is overflowing with sweet temptations. Usually, I go for a hot waffle or a portion of crispy churros, but this time I decided to try something different. I set my sights on a warm cinnamon roll from Fika, melt-in-the-mouth, fragrant and generously coated in icing… a real sweet treat! But that’s just the beginning. A little further on, the Chunkies stand offers cookies, cheesecakes and other sweet treats that are perfect with one of their delicious hot mochas. Special mention goes to the pistachio cookie, which gets my seal of approval!
The food market attracts food lovers with its chimney cakes, churros, waffles and other sweet treats that we all adore. In short: if you have a sweet tooth, get ready, because the 2025 Christmas market will satisfy all your cravings and make every food lover’s eyes light up.
