Kristy Brandt 
The city of Deventer in the Netherlands is known for its Charles Dickens Festival in December, where locals and actors dress up in period costume to bring to life “A Christmas Carol”. It’s also widely considered to be one of the best Christmas markets and events in the Netherlands, especially as it takes place in … Read more
Haarlem Christmas Market is known for being a whimsical and romantic weekend event located a stone’s throw away from its famous next-door neighbor, Amsterdam. It’s also widely considered to be one of the biggest and best Christmas markets in the Netherlands! We first visited this Christmas market in 2022 and loved the mix of old … Read more
De Haar Castle Country & Christmas Fair is known for being one of the most unique and magical Christmas markets as it’s held on the grounds of a stunning castle. It’s also widely considered to be one of the best Christmas markets in the Netherlands, and even the whole Benelux region. We first visited this … Read more
Valkenburg’s Christmas Market scene is known for its unique array of Christmas markets (some of which are held in caves!), and its fun annual Christmas parade. It’s also widely considered to be one of the best Christmas markets in the Netherlands. Fun fact – Valkenburg is often referred to as ‘the Dutch city of Christmas’ … Read more
While not as well-known for Christmas markets as its neighbours in Germany, Amsterdam is an absolutely magical city that comes alive at Christmas time, with plenty of festive activities to do for visitors of all ages. Looking to learn more about Amsterdam’s Christmas markets, or perhaps need some guidance on planning your own trip there? … Read more
Leiden Christmas Market is known for its delightfully nostalgic feel… and of course the fact that parts of it float on the city’s canals! It’s also widely considered to be one of the most unique Christmas markets in the Netherlands, mainly thanks to its number of floating canal attractions. We first visited this Christmas market … Read more
For lovers of holiday cheer, there are few bucket list items more tempting than a visit to Europe’s Christmas Markets… famed for their cozy wooden chalets, stunningly historic backdrops, and extravagant decor at every turn. And having created an entire site dedicated to their glory, we can confirm that Europe’s Christmas markets are indeed a … Read more
Looking for the best Christmas markets in the United Kingdom? You’ve come to the right place! With the UK encompassing the gorgeous destinations of England, Northern Ireland, Scotland and Wales, you can bet there are plenty of magical Christmas markets to discover in this relatively small piece of the globe. As a bonus, the UK … Read more
Looking for the best Christmas markets in Switzerland? You’ve come to the right place! The Swiss Christmas market scene is quite varied, with beautiful old-fashioned options along with more contemporary and quirky markets to explore. You’ll also get to enjoy market destinations with mountains or lakes as a backdrop since Switzerland has some great natural … Read more
If you’re looking for the best Christmas markets in Austria then you’ve come to the right place as we have all the details you’re looking for! The Christmas market scene in Austria might not be as big or famous as in neighboring Germany, but with plenty of snowy mountain backdrops and stunning cities, it’s certainly … Read more