Lyon's Fête des Lumières is France's biggest and most famous winter festival of lights, according to Caroline Conner, a Lyon resident and festival fan.
The festival is a free, outdoor experience in the centre of Lyon, taking place from Thursday, December 8th to Sunday, December 11th at night.
The Fête des Lumières is a unique experience with different artisans creating light installations throughout the city each year.
Author's summary: Lyon's Fête des Lumières is a must-see winter festival.