{"id":3635,"date":"2021-09-17T09:00:00","date_gmt":"2021-09-17T07:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.exoticca.com\/ca\/blog\/?p=3635"},"modified":"2021-09-09T11:24:41","modified_gmt":"2021-09-09T09:24:41","slug":"best-european-christmas-markets-to-visit-this-winter","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.exoticca.com\/ca\/blog\/best-european-christmas-markets-to-visit-this-winter\/","title":{"rendered":"Best European Christmas Markets to visit this winter!"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>As the nights draw in and the countdown to the festive season begins, you can start planning your trip to the best European Christmas markets! There&#8217;s something magical about this time of year, and there&#8217;s no better way to get into the Christmas spirit than visiting an authentic seasonal market! Mulled wine, gingerbread houses, fairy lights and festive music; the best European Christmas markets have it all! If you&#8217;re looking for the ultimate <a href=\"https:\/\/www.exoticca.com\/ca\">winter city break<\/a>, read on to discover the most unmissable festive markets in Europe.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_62 counter-flat ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\">Index<\/p>\n<label for=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-65dcc572bf03e\" class=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-label\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/label><input type=\"checkbox\"  id=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-65dcc572bf03e\" checked aria-label=\"Toggle\" \/><nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.exoticca.com\/ca\/blog\/best-european-christmas-markets-to-visit-this-winter\/#Tallinn_Christmas_Market_Estonia\" title=\"Tallinn Christmas Market, Estonia\">Tallinn Christmas Market, Estonia<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.exoticca.com\/ca\/blog\/best-european-christmas-markets-to-visit-this-winter\/#Dresden_Striezelmarkt_Germany\" title=\"Dresden Striezelmarkt, Germany\">Dresden Striezelmarkt, Germany<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.exoticca.com\/ca\/blog\/best-european-christmas-markets-to-visit-this-winter\/#Edinburghs_Christmas_Edinburgh_Scotland\" title=\"Edinburgh&#8217;s Christmas, Edinburgh, Scotland\">Edinburgh&#8217;s Christmas, Edinburgh, Scotland<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.exoticca.com\/ca\/blog\/best-european-christmas-markets-to-visit-this-winter\/#Christkindesmakir_Strasbourg_France\" title=\"Christkindesm\u00e4kir, Strasbourg, France\">Christkindesm\u00e4kir, Strasbourg, France<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.exoticca.com\/ca\/blog\/best-european-christmas-markets-to-visit-this-winter\/#Old_Town_Wenceslas_Christmas_Markets_Prague_Czech_Republic\" title=\"Old Town &amp; Wenceslas Christmas Markets, Prague, Czech Republic\">Old Town &amp; Wenceslas Christmas Markets, Prague, Czech Republic<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/www.exoticca.com\/ca\/blog\/best-european-christmas-markets-to-visit-this-winter\/#Advent_Feast_Budapest_Hungary\" title=\"Advent Feast, Budapest, Hungary\">Advent Feast, Budapest, Hungary<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/www.exoticca.com\/ca\/blog\/best-european-christmas-markets-to-visit-this-winter\/#Christkindlmarkt_at_Rathausplatz_Vienna_Austria\" title=\"Christkindlmarkt at Rathausplatz, Vienna, Austria\">Christkindlmarkt at Rathausplatz, Vienna, Austria<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/www.exoticca.com\/ca\/blog\/best-european-christmas-markets-to-visit-this-winter\/#Wroclaw_Christmas_Market_Wroclaw_Poland\" title=\"Wroclaw Christmas Market, Wroclaw, Poland\">Wroclaw Christmas Market, Wroclaw, Poland<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"has-text-align-center wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Tallinn_Christmas_Market_Estonia\"><\/span>Tallinn Christmas Market, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.exoticca.com\/ca\/europe\/scandinavia-and-the-baltic-states\/baltic-states\">Estonia<\/a><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.exoticca.com\/uk\/magazine\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/Tallinn-BLOG-Xmas-Markets.png\" alt=\"Tallinn: Christmas markets in Europe\" class=\"wp-image-5127\"\/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Estonia&#8217;s capital on the Baltic Sea hosts one of Europe&#8217;s best Christmas Markets. Set within the medieval heart of the city, this unmissable Christmas Market brings all the festive cheer you&#8217;d expect. Additionally, visitors can warm up with hearty bowls of authentic Estonian dishes, such as black pudding and sour cabbage. In fact, Tallinn Christmas Market was voted the best in Europe in 2019. With an on-site Santa Claus and surrounded by fairytale architecture, Tallinn hosts one of the best European Christmas markets.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"has-text-align-center wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Dresden_Striezelmarkt_Germany\"><\/span>Dresden Striezelmarkt, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.exoticca.com\/ca\/europe\/central-europe\/germany\">Germany<\/a><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.exoticca.com\/uk\/magazine\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/Dresden-BLOG-Xmas-Markets.png\" alt=\"Dresden at Christmas\" class=\"wp-image-5122\"\/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>The oldest Christmas market in Germany, Dresden Striezelmarkt is one of the most magical seasonal markets in Europe. Here, you can indulge in all of the delicious festive treats that Germany is famed for such as buttery stollen cake, authentic <a href=\"https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Mulled_wine#:~:text=Gl%C3%BChwein%20is%20usually%20prepared%20from,other%20liquor%20has%20been%20added.\">mulled wine<\/a>, gingerbread and roasted chestnuts. The highlight of this market is its 45-foot tall Christmas tree, adorned with fairy lights and glittering baubles. Furthermore, if you visit Dresden&#8217;s Christmas Market, you&#8217;ll be part of a centuries-old tradition as the market has been held every year for almost 600 years!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"has-text-align-center wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Edinburghs_Christmas_Edinburgh_Scotland\"><\/span><strong>Edinburgh&#8217;s Christmas, Edinburgh, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.exoticca.com\/ca\/europe\/western-europe\/scotland\">Scotland<\/a><\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.exoticca.com\/uk\/magazine\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/Edinburgh-BLOG-Xmas-Markets.png\" alt=\"Best christmas markets in Europe: Edinburgh\" class=\"wp-image-5121\"\/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Every winter, East Princes St. Gardens transforms into a Christmas miracle. Complete with Ferris-wheel, a Christmas tree maze and mini train rides, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.exoticca.com\/ca\/blog\/best-castles-in-edinburgh-and-beyond\/\">Edinburgh<\/a> hosts one of the best Christmas markets in Europe. Kicking off around the 14th of November, just as the winter chill sets in, this is the perfect place to warm your heart and get into the Christmas mood. Some of the unique culinary delights on offer here include mulled Irn-bru and vegetarian-friendly pigs in blankets!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"has-text-align-center wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Christkindesmakir_Strasbourg_France\"><\/span>Christkindesm\u00e4kir, Strasbourg, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.exoticca.com\/ca\/europe\/western-europe\/france\">France<\/a><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.exoticca.com\/uk\/magazine\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/Strasborug-BLOG-Xmas-Markets.png\" alt=\"Strasborug: best European Christmas markets\" class=\"wp-image-5126\"\/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Strasbourg is charming at any time of year, but at Christmas time, this fairytale city transforms into a winter wonderland! Wooden chalets line up along the medieval streets and illuminations and fairy lights are switched on to create a heart-warming scene. Festive cheer is in good supply here, with live music performances, an ice skating rink and plenty of edible seasonal treats. Furthermore, Strasbourg&#8217;s Christkindesm\u00e4kir is one of the oldest Christmas markets in Europe!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"has-text-align-center wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Old_Town_Wenceslas_Christmas_Markets_Prague_Czech_Republic\"><\/span>Old Town &amp; Wenceslas Christmas Markets, Prague, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.exoticca.com\/ca\/europe\/central-europe\/czech-republic\">Czech Republic<\/a><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.exoticca.com\/uk\/magazine\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/Prague-BLOG-Xmas-Markets.png\" alt=\"Prague Christmas Markets\" class=\"wp-image-5120\"\/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>If one festive market just isn&#8217;t enough, Prague might be the winter destination for you! Here you can enjoy two of the best Christmas markets in Europe within a 5-minute walk of each other. Situated in the heart of the medieval old town, both Christmas markets come complete with twinkling illuminations, wooden huts and huge helpings of Christmas cheer. Expect chilly temperatures, so wrap up in your cosiest winter clothes to experience the magic of Prague in the festive season.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"has-text-align-center wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Advent_Feast_Budapest_Hungary\"><\/span>Advent Feast, Budapest, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.exoticca.com\/ca\/europe\/western-europe\/hungary\">Hungary<\/a><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.exoticca.com\/uk\/magazine\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/Budapest-BLOG-Xmas-Markets.png\" alt=\"Advent Feast at the Basilica: Budapest\" class=\"wp-image-5124\"\/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>This European Christmas market takes place in front of the impressive Budapest Basilica. Named the &#8216;most beautiful Christmas market in Europe&#8217;, the Advent Feast market runs from the end of November to early January. With more than 150 stalls, an ice-skating rink and a beautiful Christmas tree, this is the perfect place to get into the festive spirit! Furthermore, a visit to Budapest&#8217;s famous Christmas market is also the chance to sample the rich flavours of Hungarian cuisine!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"has-text-align-center wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Christkindlmarkt_at_Rathausplatz_Vienna_Austria\"><\/span>Christkindlmarkt at Rathausplatz, Vienna, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.exoticca.com\/ca\/europe\/central-europe\/austria\">Austria<\/a><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.exoticca.com\/uk\/magazine\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/Vienna-BLOG-Xmas-Markets.png\" alt=\"Vienna: best christmas markets\" class=\"wp-image-5125\"\/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>A tasteful winter wonderland in the heart of the Austrian capital. Vienna hosts a selection of Christmas markets, but the Christkindlmarkt at Rathausplatz is the most famous. Here, you can live a Christmas dream. Expect sparkling illuminations, shops selling handmade crafts and plenty of festive food and drink. The market takes place in front of the imposing City Hall, at the heart of the capital. Little ones can even take part in craft workshops whilst you warm up with a steaming glass of <em>gluhwein.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"has-text-align-center wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Wroclaw_Christmas_Market_Wroclaw_Poland\"><\/span>Wroclaw Christmas Market, Wroclaw, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.exoticca.com\/ca\/europe\/central-europe\/poland\">Poland<\/a><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.exoticca.com\/uk\/magazine\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/Wroclaw-BLOG-Xmas-Markets.png\" alt=\"Wroclaw at Christmas\" class=\"wp-image-5123\"\/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Running from mid-November to New Year&#8217;s Eve, Wroclaw hosts one of the best European Christmas markets. Taking place across four different venues in the medieval old town, Wroclaw transforms into a winter wonderland. Culinary highlights include chocolate gingerbread, smoked <a href=\"https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Oscypek\">Oscypek<\/a> cheese, waffles and potato pancakes. Furthermore, this Christmas market is famous for its elaborate illuminations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Excited for the festive season? 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