Christmas Markets in Europe 
Every year in the lead up to Christmas, the charming Italian town of Sant’Agata Feltria hosts a Christmas market event known as “Il Paese del Natale” (the Country of Christmas). These days, it is known as one of the most popular Christmas markets in Central Italy, offering a beautiful selection of handmade gifts, food, and … Read more
Every year, the Vipiteno Christmas Market (or Mercatino di Natale di Vipiteno in Italian and Weihnachtsmarkt Sterzing in German) delights thousands of visitors from Italy and beyond with its beautiful Christmas festivities, which take over the scenic Old Town for several weeks throughout the advent season. If you’re currently planning your own trip, or simply … Read more
In the delightful Italian spa town of Merano, Christmas markets are an important part of the annual festive calendar, with over 80 stalls present throughout the season selling all kinds of handcrafted gifts and delicious Christmas market food. If you’re currently planning your own trip, or simply curious about what Merano Christmas Market is like, … Read more
Since 1991, the Bolzano Christmas Market (also known as the Mercatino di Natale di Bolzano in Italian, and the Christkindlmarkt Bozen in German) has been a prominent fixture of Christmas time in South Tyrol, welcoming thousands of locals and visitors every year. If you’re currently planning your own trip, or simply curious about what Bolzano … Read more
As one of the top festive events in the Dolomites, the San Candido Christmas Market has become a huge draw for tourists from Italy and beyond, with dozens of cozy wooden chalets scattered around town dedicated to selling local handicrafts and food specialties. What makes this Christmas market so special? Besides its beautiful location in … Read more
While a relatively small affair, the Brunico (Bruneck) Christmas Market is a cozy and atmospheric event in South Tyrol well worth visiting. If you’re currently planning your own trip, or simply curious about what Brunico (Bruneck) Christmas Market is like, then we’re here to help. Read on for an overview of Brunico (Bruneck) Christmas Market, … Read more
Taking place for only a few days each year, the Vaduz Christmas Market is a lovely little festive event that delights visitors and locals alike with over 70 stalls to browse and a series of fun activities for kids of all ages. If you’re currently planning your own trip, or simply curious about what Vaduz … Read more
While once one of the best kept secrets of the European Christmas Market scene, the festive Zagreb Christmas Market (AKA Advent in Zagreb) has soared to popular heights in the past few years, quickly becoming known as one of the best Christmas markets on the continent. And it’s easy to see why. Between winning best … Read more
When it comes to the best Christmas destinations in Portugal, perhaps no location is more magical than the walled hilltop city of Óbidos, which becomes a full festive village every year during the holiday season. With a variety of food stands, activities, vendors and shows, the Óbidos Christmas Village (Óbidos Vila Natal) is an ideal … Read more
When it comes to celebrating Christmas, the Belgian capital of Brussels goes all out, with a full events program throughout the festive season known as Brussels Winter Wonders (or Plaisirs d’Hiver in French). At the core of this exciting Christmas event? The Brussels Christmas Market, spread across multiple locations in the city with hundreds of … Read more