Christmas Markets in Europe 
With an array of unique events and programming scattered around the city, each year the Weimar Christmas Market (Weimarer Weihnachtsmarkt) draws thousands of visitors from near and far to see why it’s considered one of the top festive destinations in central Germany. And if you’re currently planning your own trip, or simply curious about what … Read more
With the tallest church in the world as its backdrop, it’s no surprise that the Ulm Christmas Market (Ulmer Weihnachtsmarkt) is a truly special festive event. Welcoming thousands of visitors a year from all around the world, this market brings together over 110 vendors selling all kinds of tasty Christmas market food and gfits. If … Read more
For over 40 years, the Trier Christmas Market (Trierer Weihnachtsmarkt) has been one of the most important events of the festive season in Rhineland-Palatinate, drawing thousands of visitors from Germany and beyond. They take Christmas so seriously here in fact that they even crown a “Glühwein Queen” every year. So if you’re currently planning your … Read more
Every year, the charming Baden-Württemberg town of Schwäbisch Hall becomes a little winter wonderland, with an intimate and cozy Christmas Market that delights locals and visitors alike with its selection of food, drink, and shopping. If you’re currently planning your own trip, or simply curious about what Schwäbisch Hall Christmas Market is like, then we’re … Read more
The following post was originally published in 2022, and the information below has been left for your reference. As of November 2024, we have not been able to find information about this year’s events in Braga, so please do the necessary research before planning your own trip. Every Christmas, the Portuguese city of Braga comes … Read more
With a variety of diverse programming and fun festive events around the city, Rostock is one of the top Christmas destinations in northern Germany, welcoming thousands of visitors every year. From its fairytale world (and towering Christmas tree) to its main market at Neuer Markt, Rostock’s Christmas Market scene has a little something for everyone, … Read more
With over 200 stalls beautifully arranged in front of its landmark water tower, Mannheim’s Christmas Market may be one of the most underrated markets in Baden-Württemberg. Each year, the Mannheim Christmas Market (Mannheimer Weihnachtsmarkt) dazzles locals and visitors alike with their assortment of tasty treats and unique gifts. Currently planning your own trip, or simply … Read more
With over a million LED lights and 60 light installations spread across the city, it’s safe to say that Magdeburg, Germany becomes a truly glittering wonderland come Christmas time. The crown jewel of the festivities? The Magdeburg Christmas Market (Magdeburger Weihnachtsmarkt) which dazzles visitors from Germany and beyond with 50+ flavors of Glühwein to sample, … Read more
Every year, the UNESCO World Heritage City of Lübeck becomes a magical Christmas wonderland, offering up one of the most beautiful Christmas markets that Northern Germany has to offer. Dating back to 1648, the Lübeck Christmas Market (Lübecker Weihnachtsmarkt) welcomes thousands of visitors from Germany and beyond with its glittering canopy of lights and marvellous … Read more
With origins stretching as far back as 1458, the Leipzig Christmas Market (Leipziger Weihnachtsmarkt) is considered one of the oldest Christmas markets in Germany, and one of the largest too – with over 300 stalls for visitors to peruse. If you’re currently planning your own trip, or simply curious about what Leipzig Christmas Market is … Read more