5 Best Christmas Markets in Europe in 2020

:- Noopur Jambhekar

This year came right in the face for all of us. Although everyone was locked inside

for most of the year, things are getting better now and Europe has started to let

people on the streets to experience the Christmas cheer.

It’s that time of the year when all one can see around is lights, snow, Santa and

gifts.Hop on with us on our sleigh to some of the best Christmas markets of Europe.

1. Christmas market of Strasbourg

Located in the extreme east of France, Strasbourg city is famous for its Christmas market in the whole of Europe. It has a big market of people selling the French delicacies and you can only enjoy the people around you dancing to Christmas carols.

The place Kléber is famous for having a gigantic Christmas tree that’s the highlight of the event. To fully experience the French way of doing it, grab a cup of vin chaud and a brioche while watching going around the market.The market opens from 27 th Nov for people to visit until the 30 th of Dec. It’s closed on the day of Christmas.

2. Colmar Christmas market

It’s another city in the east of France, very close to Strasbourg. You can visit both the markets in one day if you start your day early. Although it’s recommended you spend separate days at these two cities and Colmar, in addition to hosting one of the best Christmas markets, is also a beautiful medieval city with wooden houses build in Alsatian architecture.

The decorated gingerbreads, delicate glass decorations and jewelry will definitely take your heart away.The market starts on the 20 th Nov and goes on till 30 th Dec. Visit their site for

more details.

3. Krakow Christmas market

One of the most famous cities of Poland Krakow is famous for being a UNESCO heritage for its gothic and baroque architecture.Alike all the other European cities, you can visit the city centre of Krakow to experience the Christmas cheer. The wide cobblestoned streets are filled

with wooden crafts and food stalls. You can easily take a walk and buy from

the local artisans. You’ll have plenty of options that showcase the heritage and culture of the country. Village pottery, embroidered table cloths knitwear or wooden toys are some of the things you’ll definitely find there.

The market stars on 29 th Nov and goes on until 26 th Dec. Krakow is not a big city so spare around an hour and a half to take a stroll and then head back to enjoying a cozy dinner with hot food.

4. Old Town Square Christmas market of Prague

Prague is a beautiful city to spend a few days. Not too expensive to go

around and so full of history.To spend a joyful Christmas in this beautiful city, head to the old townsquare where you’ll find the best decorations while sipping on your mulled

wine.

While walking the narrow streets of Prague, you can also find the cute little puppet dolls dressed in Czech costumes that stand out from the traditional Christmas decorations of the market.

You can visit this place from 28 th Nov to 6 th Jan to hold on to the festive feels

a little longer.

5. Vienna Christmas market

Since you’ll be visiting Prague for the Christmas market, why not hop on another train for a ride to Vienna later. It’ll take you around 4 hours and a half by train. This beautiful city turns into a winter wonderland during the festival season if you’re lucky enough to get snow that year. The town is all covered in snow and you can enjoy a toy train ride across the market. The

best Christmas market is in front of the neo gothic Vienna City Hall.

Handmade ceramics, beeswax candles and wooden toys are the specialty of

the city’s market since the 80s.You can even join people in the skating rink if you aren’t afraid to slip every time you stand up.The market is open from mid Nov until 26 th Dec for tourists to enjoy.