The Barcarès Christmas Market in the Pyrénées-Orientales is making a desperate effort to open its doors on Saturday following significant fire damage earlier this week. Fortunately, no injuries were reported, but the blaze destroyed seven wooden chalets and four refrigerated trucks. The municipal authorities expressed their dismay but assured that everything is being done to meet the opening deadline. With an expected million visitors this season, the market remains hopeful despite the ongoing investigation into the accidental causes of the fire and extensive damages across 3,000 square meters.