Germany has a strong tradition for Christmas celebrations, something which is deeply rooted in the social frame of this Country. While visiting either the biggest cities and the small towns, one is certainly struck by the abundance of decorations and gifts invading the cities during the Advent period. The old buildings are lightened up, shop [...]
The Austrian capital tinges with magic during Christmas Markets. In the main square it is possible to admire the huge Christmas tree which has become a real tradition. The Austrian market offers the possibility to buy some Christmas decorations and delicacies of the Austrian gastronomy. The market is not confined within the Old Town, but [...]
The tradition of Christmas Markets in Alsace is very old, started in big cities and from there spread to the countryside. Many locations, along with stalls and stands offering events such as exhibitions of nativity scenes, music or Christmas luminary.. The major Christmas Markets in Alsace: Colmar Christmas Markets Strasbourg Christmas Markets All Alsace Christmas [...]
Munich dedicates a lot of time to Christmas Markets preparation. During the whole month of December the city turns into a kaleidoscope of lights, sounds and colours, while in the streets the scent and flavours spread around from the numerous stands of the Christmas Markets. When the nearly 100-ft. high Christmas tree sparkles [...]
In Prague Christmas Markets go on for the whole month of December, giving tourists and residents a “Wonderland” winter to remeber. Thousand of visitors come every year to breathe the magical atmosphere of this unique city, strolling around the stalls and relieving their spirit with Christmas songs, food and mulled wine. Prague Christmas Markets Christmas Markets [...]
During the Advent time, the city of Dresden turns into one of the capitals of Christmas Markets. The most famous market (Striezelmarkt ) occupies a length of 1 mile, from the cathedral Frauenkirche to the famous Münzgasse restaurant. Dresden market dates its origin back in 1434, and since then it has always fought to maintain its [...]
Every year, Nuremberg Christmas Market, the most famous in Germany, opens its doors to tourists and visitors from all over the world. The market takes place in the Market Square, and begins officially on Friday preceding the first Advent Sunday. During the inaugural ceremony, a Christmas angel recites a solemn speech from the balcony of [...]
Strasbourg Christmas Market is considered by many the most ancient market in Europe, together with those in Dresden and Nuremberg. Although it is difficult to ascertain the truth with absolute precision, it is a fact that Christmas Markets tradition in Strasbourg started in 1570, and went on almost untouched until these days. Strasbourg Chriskindelsmarik market [...]
Mozart’s hometown is one of the favourite destinations for Christmas Markets lovers. The offer is so wide that it will be hard to choose. Salzburg is enlivened by gastronomic stands and shops of every kind. All the city squares have their own little market, and the magic of the event is accompanied by [...]
Innsbruck is one of the most beautiful and important cities in Austrian Tyrol. Every year in the streets of the Old Town a Christmas Market is staged, where it is possible to buy products of the local craftsmanship and gastronomy, particularly sweets.. Innsbruck Christmas Markets What makes Innsbruck Christmas Market so special is the [...]
This is one of the major Christmas Markets in Trentino, and one of the most famous in Italy. Brixen Christmas Markets If you plan to make a tour of Christmas Markets in north Italy this year, do not miss the chance to visit Brixen Christmas Market, one of the most famous in Trentino, [...]
A Christmas market for the most discerning gourmand, rich of gastronomic local specialities, cakes, meat products, grappa, wines and warm dishes. Trento Christmas Markets 24.11.2012 – 24.12.2012 Piazza Fiera Daily from 10.00 to 19.30 24.12 from 10.00 to 17.00 Trento Christmas market not only offers a wide selection of craftsman products, gifts and decorations, but [...]
The Christmas Market in Bolzano is one of the most famous in Italy, and one of the most visited in the Alpine area. On the occasion of the market, numerous squares host stands with local craftsmanship and food products . Bolzano christmas Markets The traditional market is held in Piazza Walter , with many collateral [...]