Christmas Markets

This year, enjoy an authentic festive experience at one of Europe’s Christmas markets. Roasted chestnuts, Christmas carols, mulled wine and outdoor ice skating are just some of the magical things you’ll encounter at these traditional Christmas markets, as well as a wide variety of crafts, handmade gifts and local foods. Soak up the atmosphere when you visit between late November and early January.

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A short plane or train ride away, medieval Bruges is a picture-perfect destination for your festive break. Come December, the winding streets along Simon Stevinplein fill up with Christmas-themed stalls offering everything from clothes and traditional food, to gifts and local arts and crafts.
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3 nights in Amsterdam from £129pp >>
Browse a range of seasonal treats at Amsterdam’s Christmas markets. From organic produce and sustainable gifts, to fashion and design wares from local designers, there’s something on offer for everyone.
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3 nights in Prague from £125pp >>
Cobblestone streets and carol-singing locals are just some of the festive sights you'll come across at Old Town Square and Wenceslas Square - Prague’s most famous Christmas markets.
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3 nights in Berlin from £120pp >>
Each December, over 50 different markets transform Berlin’s boulevards, squares and side streets into a magnificent winter wonderland. Looking for a magical Christmas atmosphere?
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3 nights in Paris from £139pp >>
Each year, from November through January, the Avenue des Champs-Elysées plays host to Paris’ largest Christmas market. As well as traditional festive gifts and locally made trinkets, the city offers an impressive Christmas light display.
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3 nights in Budapest from £139pp >>
For a real taste of Hungarian culture, the popular Christmas market in Budapest’s Vörösmarty Square is a great chance to sample traditional foods. Enjoy delicious grilled meats and hot mulled wine while watching live performances from local musicians.
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3 nights in Vienna from £160pp >>
The Austrian capital has a long tradition of Christmas markets, dating all the way back to the Middle Ages when Emperor Albrecht allowed the first Krippenmarkt. Snack on candied fruit and hot roasted chestnuts as you wander through the Viennese Christmas Market.

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3 nights in Munich from £135pp >>
Munich’s traditional Christmas market takes place on the Marienplatz, in the heart of the city. Enjoy German Christmas music as you browse the stalls, selling everything from beeswax candles to Bavarian glassware.
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3 nights in Krakow from £129pp >>
Krakow’s Christmas markets have all of your festive favourites, steaming cups of mulled wine to handcrafted wooden decorations. But what really sets this city apart is the nativity crib competition, known as Szopki. Locals spend months labouring their elaborate creations displayed in Market Square.

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Christmas Markets

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3 nights in Paris from £139pp >>

3 nights in Budapest from £139pp >>

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