Christmas Markets in Europe 
Esslingen Christmas Market is known for its location in one of the most festive and picturesque cities in Germany, as well as its perfect mix of a traditional Christmas market and one of the most extensive Medieval markets in the country. We first visited this Baden-Württemberg Christmas market in November 2018 and fell in love … Read more
Stuttgart Christmas Market is well known for its charm, flaunting some of the country’s most elaborate roof decorations, a cozy size that makes it easy to navigate, and a historic background story too, since is among the oldest Christmas markets in Europe. We first visited this charming Baden-Württemberg Christmas market in November 2018 and loved … Read more
Cologne Christmas Market is known for its magical views of Christmas lights floating in the shadow of the Dom, some of the most beautifully decorated stalls in the country, and a very unique Christmas market that basically becomes an outdoor disco late into the night. This is why it’s widely considered to be one of … Read more
Christmas is a wonderful time to visit Bournemouth thanks to a wide array of festive events like the Bournemouth Christmas Market (AKA Alpine Market) and of course, the iconic Christmas Tree Wonderland which lights up the city’s gardens with an impressive assortment of lighting displays. We first enjoyed these festivities back in 2019, and have … Read more
The Birmingham Christmas Market scene is by far one of the most famous in England. Its crown jewel? The Birmingham Frankfurt Christmas Market, also known as the largest authentic German Christmas market outside of central Europe. Little wonder why Birmingham is considered one of the top Christmas destinations in the UK! Luckily for locals and … Read more
Montreux’s Christmas Market is known for its stunning location, famous flying Santa and over 170 exhibitors who sell their wares at the market ever year. And, honestly, after seeing it for ourselves, we consider it one of the prettiest Christmas markets in Switzerland. We first visited in 2018 and fell in love with its scenic … Read more
Basel’s Christmas Market is known as one of the largest and most beautiful Christmas markets in Switzerland. Throughout the festive season, you’ll find over 180 chalets from local artisans and traders in the city’s historic Old Town, alongside smaller markets and a diverse program of festive events and activities like a literary-musical Advent Calendar. We … Read more
For those craving a more alternative Christmas experience in Switzerland, we’d highly recommend a visit to Lausanne, where they do festive joy a little differently. Since 2015, Lausanne’s Christmas Market festivities have been part of the city’s overall Christmas program known as “Bô Noël”, a cool winter festival of sorts that incorporates light installations and … Read more
Zurich’s Christmas Markets are among the best-known in Switzerland for many reasons: from a giant 50ft Swarovski Christmas tree to a light installation so special, locals have a loving nickname for it, there’s plenty of amazing Christmas festivities to enjoy in Switzerland’s largest city. We first visited Zurich’s Christmas markets in 2018 and absolutely loved … Read more
The Ravenna Gorge Christmas Market (Weihnachtsmarkt in der Ravennaschlucht) is known for its surreal setting and true fairytale atmosphere at the foot of a 40 meter high viaduct in Baden-Württemberg. Featuring local artisans and musicians, a central aim of this market is preserving and showcasing local traditions from the Black Forest region… and yes, there’s … Read more