Christmas markets in Colmar, France
Location: Medieval town center
One of the top destinations for Christmas markets in France is located just over two hours from Paris by train. Colmar is renowned for its festivities over the holidays and features six Christmas markets in its Medieval town center. Here, visitors can stroll past stalls and wooden chalets, piled with wonderful artisan crafts and gourmet food to enjoy. Naturally, the region’s Alsatian wine is also on offer. On top of all this, Wednesday and Saturday afternoons feature the children’s choirs singing traditional carols on beautifully illuminated boats on the water in the Petite Venise district of Colmar.
Christmas markets in Berlin, Germany
Location: Alexanderplatz
While the most famous Christmas market in Berlin is on Alexanderplatz, the city has so much more than that to offer. In fact, this German city features more than 100 Christmas markets across the city. Each market features stalls with beautiful arts, crafts and gifts for sale, along with the delicious scent of Bratwurst, mulled wine and gingerbread to tickle the tastebuds. Everywhere, Christmas lights and decorations twinkle, offering a beautiful holiday scene.
Enjoy the festivities in Prague, Czech Republic
Location: Old Town Square and Wenceslas Square
With its cobbled streets and pretty architecture, Prague offers a beautiful fairytale scene at the best of times. However, during the holidays, the city is truly magical. Meanwhile, the Czech Republic’s most famous Christmas market sees stalls selling local arts and crafts, quaint wooden toys and delicious traditional food, served up in the Old Town Square.
Christmas markets in Vienna, Austria
Where: On the square in front of the Rathaus (Town Hall)
Vienna is a beautiful city all year round, but in the holidays, the city comes alive with twinkling lights and festive decorations. The city often sees snowy streets, while offering four different Christmas markets to choose from in its beautiful cobbled streets. Join the locals and head out to enjoy spicy Christmas cookies, chestnuts and glühwein. Head to the Rathaus (Vienna’s Town Hall) to see the Advent windows, decorated by local artists, as well as the beautiful tree lights in Rathauspark.
Festive Retail Therapy in Budapest, Hungary
Location: Vorosmarty Square
Right in the heart of Budapest, Vorosmarty Square turns into a magical, festive marketplace each year for the holidays. Strolling through the cottage-style huts reveals wonderful gifts for sale, as well as the delightful scents of mulled wine, honey cookies, cinnamon and fir. Besides shopping, visitors can enjoy live shows and music on two outdoor stages. Meanwhile, restaurants in the surrounds serve Hungarian specialties including goulash soup and langos flatbread.
Experience the cities of Europe this Christmas for a true sense of the holidays, while taking home unique gifts for family and friends.
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