what is a christmas tradition in france

In France, one of the most important Christmas traditions is the feast of Christmas Eve, which is known as "Noel". On this day, families gather together to share a special meal that often includes turkey or goose with a variety of side dishes. After dinner, families exchange gifts and then gather around the tree to sing carols and light candles. The evening ends with a special sweet treat, called the "galette des rois", which is a flaky pastry filled with almond cream.