Warm up for Christmas at the Best European Christmas Markets!

Despite originating in Germany, Christmas markets have become a winter tradition across Europe. These markets are great for really getting into the festive spirit, the perfect way to spend the cold winter nights in the center of a city. For those of you who haven’t been to a Christmas market and don’t know what to expect, we suggest wrapping up warm and getting ready to enjoy live, festive music with a glass of mauled wine. There are usually plenty of carnival games and food, such as Crepes or German Bratwursts. You may also find Ice Skating and rides at some of the bigger markets. They also make great places to buy unique presents, as there are plenty of one-of-a-kind handcrafted gifts available, perfect for a last minute shopping.

The largest of all Christmas markets is of course in Germany, but there are plenty of other Christmas markets in all major cities across Europe and they are a great way to explore a country’s Christmas traditions. Have a look below for our list of the best in Europe.

Austria

Viennese Christmas Market – Vienna – 13^th November to 26^th December

Belgium 

Brussels Christmas Market – Brussels – 27^th November to 3^rd January

Denmark

Tivoli Christmas Market – Copenhagen – 19^th November to 31^st December

Finland 

Helsinki Christmas Market – Helsinki – 3^rd December to 22^nd December

France

Strasbourg Christmas Market – Strasbourg – 25^th November to 31^st December

Christmas Markets in Bordeaux – Bordeaux – 27^th November to 27^th December

Germany

Cologne Christmas Market, 21^st November to 23^rd December

Weihnachtszauber at the Gendarmenmarkt – Berlin – 21^st November to 31^st December

Striezelmarkt – Dresden – 30^th November – 21^st December

Holland

Maastricht Christmas Festival – Maastricht – 26^th November to 27^th December

Hungary 

Budapest Christmas Fair and Winter Festival – Budapest – 11^th November to 6^th January

Italy 

Christmas Market on Piazza Navona – Rome – 1^st December to 31^st December

Luxembourg 

Christmas Markets – Luxembourg City – 22^nd Nov to 24^th December

Poland 

Christmas Fair – Warsaw – 9^th November to 8^th December

Sweden 

Old Town Christmas Market – Stockholm – 19^th November to 23^rd December

UK 

Christmas in Leicester Square – London – 11^th November to 8^th January

Bath Christmas Market – Bath – 24^th November to 11^th December

Edinburgh’s Christmas – Edinburgh, Scotland – 12^th December to 7^th January

Whether visiting in your home town, whilst on a trip or going specifically to experience some Christmas magic, Luxwing want to wish you a merry Christmas and hope you enjoy your Christmas market experience. If you need help getting there or perhaps fancy taking a tour of some of the best markets across Europe – we can help, call us and we will organise every aspect of your trip today!