English
The 7 most iconic Christmas markets in Europe
- MIV Interiores
- 1276 likes
- 5518 views
- 0 comments
Strasbourg
Germany
It was in Strasbourg in 1579 that there was the first Christmas market in Europe, called "Christkindelsmärik" (Christkindelsmärik ). Since then, Strasbourg has continued the tradition of a traditional, handcrafted, warm market and this is the reason why the capital of Strasbourg is the capital of Christmas.
Nuremberg
Germany
here, Christmas is palpable on every corner!
The enticing smells of mulled wine and rum punch, roasted almonds, Bratwurst and ginger fill the air. And it's not just the little ones who will have their eyes all aglow when Santa Claus appears on the balcony of Our Lady's Church to open the Christmas season.
The Friday before the first Sunday in Advent is the day it all begins when the world-famous Christkindlesmarkt Nuremberg opens.
Vienna
Austria
Christmas Markets in Vienna truly are an age-old tradition. The precursors of today's events date back to the Middle Ages, when in 1298 Albrecht I granted the citizens of Vienna the privilege of holding a December market or "Krippenmarkt". Since then, the character and prevalence of these markets has changed considerably. Here you can find seasonal gifts and delicious sweets.
Valkenbug
Holland
A magical market inside a subway cave.
This town hosts its famous flea market in the cave of 'Fluweel', considered the largest and oldest subway Christmas market in Europe.
in addition, every Wednesday at 7:00 p.m. and Saturday evening there is a magical parade through the city center. Santa Claus himself participates in this parade full of floats, dancers and entertainers.
when is it? From November 28th to January 6th.
Brussels
Belgium
Throughout its 2 kilometers, this market unfolds across the entire historic center of the city.
Put on some skates and enjoy the incredible ice rink and let yourself be enveloped by chocolate and Belgian beer.
The festive atmosphere, the unique style, the original and unusual activities, the delicious dishes, the fairytale lighting, the magical carousel, the discovery of other universes and cultures will make you feel like in a dream?
when? From November 28th to January 4th.
Liseberg
Sweden
Here the spirit of Christmas is born and takes you on its more than 3 kilometers through a "lane of light" to the Liseberg amusement park, where visitors are greeted by a million white lights that adorn the trees and stalls in the largest Christmas market in Scandinavia.
Enjoy their hot food, warm yourself in the bonfires that you will find while strolling, enjoy their sweets and their traditional "Tomtar" which is Sweden's equivalent of Santa Claus.
Yes, places like this exist not only in the movies.
when is it? From November 28th to December 23rd.
Copenhagen
Denmark
We have left for the last the "icing on the cake" to this selection of Christmas markets. And we could not miss here the "Tivoli Garden" market in Denmark, the mecca of Nordic style.
Bursting at the seams from start to finish, this Christmas market is located in one of the oldest amusement parks in Europe. This is the perfect place to enjoy traditional Christmas treats, browse the stores and go sledding in the Danish 'hygge' style - this Danish word means the art of creating intimacy: a sense of companionship, conviviality, and joy, all in one - and the Danish word 'hygge' means the art of creating intimacy: a sense of companionship, conviviality, and joy, all in one
can't you hear the sleds coming through this myriad of landscapes that look like something out of a Walt Disney fairy tale?
when? November 28 through December 30.
Comments (0)