Christmas Markets in Europe 
As the largest Christmas market in Northern France, the Amiens Christmas Market is (unsurprisingly) a festive event that attracts thousands of visitors each year. From its enticing selection of 130+ vendors set up around the city centre to its light show on the iconic Notre Dame d’Amiens, there is plenty to do for both locals … Read more
While they’re known locally as ‘villages de Saint-Nicolas’ (or Saint-Nicholas villages), there’s no denying the magic of the Nancy Christmas Market scene, no matter what name it goes by. From various themed villages scattered around town to Christmas classics like a large ferris wheel and skating rink, Nancy is truly a hidden gem Christmas destination … Read more
Known as one of the top Christmas destinations in Northeastern France, the city of Dijon becomes a festive wonderland each year during the Advent season. From its iconic Big Wheel and large skating rink to the Dijon Christmas Market set up all around town, there’s no shortage of festive activities to enjoy in Dijon. So … Read more
For over 20 years, the Orléans Christmas Market has been a key fixture of the holiday schedule in France’s beloved Loire Valley. With an exciting Christmas program including a large ferris wheel, multiple market chalets, and beautiful festive projections on the city’s cathedral, thousands of visitors from France and beyond come to Orléans during the … Read more
Every year during the festive season, the central gardens of Menton become a wintery Christmas wonderland, with a sprawling ice rink, towering ferris wheel, and enchanting light installations as far as the eye can see. If you’re currently planning your own trip, or simply curious about what the Christmas in Menton is like, then we’re … Read more
Every year, the Cornish city of Truro becomes a lovely Christmas wonderland, with dazzling illuminations and a series of fun festive events for locals and visitors alike to enjoy. If you’re currently planning your own trip, or simply curious about what Truro Christmas Market scene is like, then we’re here to help. Read on for … Read more
While perhaps not as elaborate as some of the other Christmas markets in the Alsace, Sélestat Christmas Market has the unique distinction of being where you can find the world’s first written mention of the almighty Christmas Tree. … which (for history nerds like us) makes it pretty cool. These days, Christmas festivities in Sélestat … Read more
Budapest’s Christmas Markets are often considered among the most beautiful Christmas markets in Europe, attracting hundreds of thousands of visitors every year. From the main Christmas fair in Vörösmarty Square to the famous Advent Feast at St Stephen’s Basilica, visitors are spoiled for choice when it comes to finding fun and exciting holiday activities. If … Read more
Every year, the beautiful Czech city of Litoměřice puts on one of the prettiest Christmas markets in the country. While small, the Litoměřic Christmas Market offers a picturesque assortment of shopping and dining opportunities. So if you’re currently planning your own trip, or simply curious about what Litoměřice Christmas Market is like, we’re here to … Read more
Second only to Edinburgh, Glasgow boasts a delightful Christmas Market scene that welcomes thousands of visitors every year across its two main locations. If you’re currently planning your own trip, or simply curious about what Glasgow Christmas Market (AKA Glasgow Winterfest) is like, then we’re here to help. Read on for an overview of Glasgow … Read more