European Christmas Market Dates 2026
Discover Christmas market dates in Europe 2025. Find confirmed schedules for Germany, Austria, France, Poland, Switzerland, and more to plan your trip.
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Austria | Christmas Market | Europe | Europe | Family Travel
The Best Christmas Markets and Festive Activities in Salzburg
Salzburg, the birthplace of Mozart, and the setting for the movie “The Sound of Music” is delightful any time of the year. However, it’s especially enchanting during the holiday season. Here are the best things to do in the Austrian city during the Christmas season.
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The Top Christmas Markets in Europe
When you’re in Europe, nothing gets you into the holiday spirit in like a Christmas market. These markets, which originated in Germany, can now be found in many cities throughout Europe. After frequenting countless Christmas markets over the years, here are my picks for some of the best Christmas markets in Europe.
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Christmas Market | Europe | France | Travel
Strasbourg Christmas Market: Capitale de Noël
The ancient city of Strasbourg at the crossroads France and Germany in the region of Alsace is the self-proclaimed Capitale de Noël, or Capital of Christmas. For lovers of Christmas markets, Strasbourg is not to be missed.
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The Top Christmas Markets in Budapest
Budapest, with its captivating history and extravagant architecture, is considered among the most beautiful European capitals, and even more so during the holiday season. Experience the Christmas markets in Budapest, which have become increasingly popular, and rank among Europe’s favorite markets.
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Simply Having A Wonderful Christmas Time in London
Christmas in London is full of all the fun, festive activities you’d expect to find in Europe’s biggest metropolis.
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The 12 Best Christmas Things To Do In Barcelona
Christmas in Barcelona has a different feel than in other parts of Europe. Santa and his elves give way to other quirky characters and traditions, making Christmas in the Catalan capital one that you won’t soon forget.
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Christmas Market | Europe | Family Travel | Germany | Travel
Cathedrals, Gnomes and Chocolate at Cologne’s Christmas Markets
Cologne and Düsseldorf are situated a few miles apart from each other along the Rhine River, and an easy 45-minute train connection between the two cities makes it convenient to visit Christmas markets in both cities during one trip.
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Christmas Market | Europe | Family Travel | Latvia | Travel
Christmas Markets and Winter Wandering in Riga
Riga, Latvia mixes modern and medieval with its UNESCO World Heritage Site Old Town, gothic spires and stunning Art Nouveau district. A cultural hub, Riga is a beautiful city no matter the season, but in winter, with its Christmas markets and snowy landscapes, it’s simply splendid.
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A Few of My Favorite Things About Christmas in New York
As you probably know from every holiday movie ever filmed, there is no better place to spend the Christmas and…
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I Heart Christmas Music
From now until January 1, Christmas music goes into constant rotation in my world. Though I add to my Christmas…
