Discover your selection of the Best Christmas markets in Europe for 2024 (ranking based on +590,000 votes of worldwide travellers).

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It is for the fourth time elected Best Christmas Market in Europe! The Advent Basilica, winner of the Best Christmas Market in Europe award 2019, 2021, 2023 and 2024, is without doubt one of the most beautiful Christmas fairs in Europe. 

Where love takes your hand - with this slogan, the Advent Basilica, Budapest's uniquely beautiful Christmas fair, opens its doors again. From 15th November 2024 to 1st January 2025 in front of St. Stephen's Basilica in one of the most impressive, beautiful and breathtaking squares of the Hungarian capital.

True to the tradition of this year's 15-year-old Advent Basilica, it promises a unique festive atmosphere around 100 domestic craft exhibitors, real gastronomic adventures with a lot of traditional Hungarian dishes, ice-skate ring, heart-warming musical and charity programs with so much more surprises.

The real, authentic Christmas spirit will move again into the heart of Budapest into the St. Stephen square!

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Looking for a Christmas destination that blends tradition with a touch of magic? Craiova, in Romania, is the answer. Awarded four times by expert travel website European Best Destinations, Craiova’s Christmas market is one of Europe’s hidden gems, where classic fairytales and futuristic wonders combine to create a holiday atmosphere like no other which is sure to inspire childlike delight.

This winter, the city invites you to experience four different Christmas worlds. Step into the enchanted land of Beauty and the Beast, feel the festive cheer in Santa’s Village, enjoy the peace and generosity of a traditional Romanian Christmas or explore the futuristic flair of Galactic Christmas. From magical roses to Star Wars-inspired decorations, every inch of the market is designed to captivate your imagination. 

Starting from 15 November, Craiova lights up with festive attractions. Take a ride on eastern Europe’s highest-flying Santa’s sleigh, glide across the city’s ice rink, or get a bird’s-eye view from the panoramic Ferris wheel. Millions of lights illuminate the streets, while unique, hand-painted cottages bring the charm of fairytales to life.

Book your flights and your accommodation at the best prices in Craiova and discover one of the most beautiful Christmas destinations this winter. Let yourself be carried away by the fairy-tale atmosphere of Craiova at Christmas time. 

Metz is on the podium of the Best Christmas Markets in Europe for the 2nd time! This Christmas Destination has also been awarded the title of "Best Christmas Market for Families" and "Best Christmas Market in France". 

Get into the spirit of the festive season and enjoy the warmest of welcomes as you visit the Christmas markets on the city’s main squares. Find hand-crafted gifts in the Christmas pyramid and taste the finest gingerbread around.  

Rise above the rooftops on the City Skyliner, then warm up cold hands around a mulled wine or hot chocolate.  

Next to the Cathedral, the big wheel adds to the leisure activities for young and old alike. While the taste of Christmas awaits at the gourmet food market on place de la Comédie.  

Book your flights, your accommodation as well as your tours & activities and visit the Best Christmas Markets in France.

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Visit Poznan Christmas Market, the Best Christmas Markets in Poland. Poznań Christmas Market is located in the center of Poznań, opposite  "Dworzec Zachodni" Railway Station, on historic square „Plac Powszechnej Wystawy Krajowej” and is surrounded by the most representative buildings of MTP Poznań Expo.

The unique atmosphere of the Christmas Market at the Fair is created by extraordinary holiday decorations and light illuminations (over 43,000 LED Lights). Our Visitors can find over 20 light decorations and photo spots, a 16-meter Christmas tree, a beautiful Ferris wheel (over 30 meters), the city's only outdoor ice rink, and a rich selection of shopping and gastronomic options (over 70). The festive scene of our Christmas Market invites all guests to free concerts, performances, and animations for children. Participation in the event is free of charge.

Book your flights, your accommodation as well as your tours & activities in Poznan and visit one of the Most Beautiful Christmas Markets in Europe and The Best Christmas Markets in Poland. 

Need another reason to visit Poznan Christmas Fair? It has been awarded the title of "Best Christmas Ice Skating Rink in Europe".

Montbéliard is for the third time in the prestigious TOP 5 of the "Best Christmas Markets in Europe" and it is also awarded the title "Most Beautiful Christmas Market in Europe".

World famous for the beauty of its illuminations, this Christmas market is traditional and authentic. Located in Franche-Comté (Eastern France), the town of Montbéliard – well known for its hospitality- turns into a pure enchantment a few weeks before Christmas.

During the time of Advent, Montbéliard revives the tradition of Württemberg and organizes a Christmas market like no other with 140 lovely stalls full of authentic and high quality items.

Taking a stroll down the illuminated streets, the visitors may taste the delicious gastronomic products from Montbéliard and France, marvel at the variety of art and crafts, dance to the music and the sound of choral songs.

Book your flights and accommodation at the best price for an unforgettable Christmas in Montbéliard.

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Riga Christmas Market is within the 10 Best Christmas Markets in Europe!  Be fascinated by the Christmas light trail this year in Riga, it has been awarded "Best Christmas Lights in Europe". Riga also won the recognition of "Most Authentic Christmas Destination in Europe".

See for yourself how these places transform with illuminations when you step into this winter wonderland. Take a walk through Opera Square, Bastejkalns, and Kronvalda park where you will experience and learn about different Latvian fairytales. The music that accompanies these tales and trails will create new memories to never forget. 

There is no better time to visit Riga than in this winter! Why? Riga’s Christmas market in the very heart of Riga’s OId Town in Doma square is back and has a lot to offer to visitors.

What’s the most important criteria that makes the difference for Christmas markets? Mulled wine, aromas of cinnamon, ginger, and roasted almonds filling the air are in every city, but special Riga’s atmosphere and vibe is unique and unrepeatable, as well as cities architecture, cultural life, cuisine, and parks.

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Govone can proudly bear the title of the "Most beautiful Christmas market in Italy" and "Most Romantic Christmas Market in Europe". This event, created by enthusiasts, is the most important Christmas event in Italy

"Magico Paese di Natale” takes place in the little village of Govone, on the hills of Langhe-Roero, the wine region in Piedmont – Unesco World Heritage Site. In winter time, the entire village of Govone turns into the magic kingdom of Santa Claus, with a lot of cultural and gastronomic attractions.

There is the wonderful Christmas market, with artisans selected all over Italy. There is a Street Food area and a Magic Kingdom Wine shop, where visitors can find all the traditional local delicacy.

Book your flights to Turin (1h15) as well as your accommodation in Govone for an unforgetable Christmas in Italy. Select the "free cancellation" option and plan your next winter vacation without obligation.

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For a perfect Christmas City Break in Europe, visit Birmingham!  Set against the stunning backdrop of the city’s grand civic buildings of Victoria Square and the bustling New Street shopping district, Birmingham Frankfurt Christmas Market is the largest authentic German Christmas market outside of Austria and Germany. Organised by Birmingham’s sister city of Frankfurt, there are over 100 stalls selling traditional toys, ornaments, arts and crafts. 

Just a short walk away is the charming Christmas in Cathedral Square, with wooden chalets showcasing artisan gifts, and food and drink made by the best of Birmingham’s local vendors. Visitors can also enjoy the popular ice rink and big wheel in Centenary Square.

Book your flights, accommodation and tours and activities in Birmingham such as a "Birmingham: Cadbury World Entry Ticket".

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Incredible throughout the year, Madeira and Porto Santo are simply magical for the end of the year celebrations. Imagine two islands of rare beauty adorned with a thousand lights to celebrate Christmas and the New Year. Madeira has also been awarded "Best Sunny Christmas Market in Europe" and "Best New Year's Eve Destination in Europe"! 

The traditions of this island, the climate, the local gastronomy and the main events of this festivity, will surely surprise you. Madeira, a Portuguese island, celebrates to the fullest the arrival of Christmas season, with a traditional Christmas market, held in Avenida Arriaga central walkways, at the heart of its main capital – Funchal.

Book your flights to Funchal and your accommodation in Madeira at the best price and treat yourself to activities and tours in Madeira such as a Levada Walk or a Dolphin and Whale Watching Cruise.

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This is your Favourite Christmas Markets in The Netherlands as well as your Best Christmas Parade in Europe.

The rumour goes that Santa actually comes from Valkenburg aan de Geul…You see, as days get shorter, Valkenburg – in the ever so enchanting Heuvelland region in de Southern part of the Netherlands – transforms into a cosy and delightful Christmas town. From 17th November 2023 until 7th January 2024 the small town of Valkenburg, situated on the river Geul in Zuid-Limburg, turns into ‘Kerststad Valkenburg’. 

Book your flights to Maastricht, your accommodation at the best price in Valkenburg and visit the most beautiful Christmas market in the Netherlands! 

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Winter Wonders is your favourite Christmas market in Belgium followed by Ghent, Antwerpen, Bruges and Liege. With its 2.5 million visitors, Winter Wonders is the unmissable end-of-year event in Brussels which, for the occasion, dons its festive costume and pulls out all the stops on the menu.

Capital of Europe, Brussels has also for several years been one of the Christmas capitals with Strasbourg, Budapest and Vienna.

The teams in charge of this event set the bar higher every year to offer you moments of pure magic. The great classics are all awaiting you: magnificent Sound and Light shows at the Grand-Place, a majestic tree, a life-sized manger, a skating rink, magical lights and many exhibitions which dot the event and, of course, amazing Christmas markets bursting with treasures which will delight the curious and titillate the gourmets’ taste buds.

Book your flights and accommodation at the best price as well as your tours and activities in Brussels such as a "Brussels Chocolate Tasting Tour" and discover the best Christmas market in Belgium.

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The Trier Christmas market is the best Christmas market in Germany but also the most Romantic Christmas market setting worldwide!

Now in its 43rd year, the Trier Christmas market will again be one of the loveliest in all of Germany. Set on the medieval main market and in front of the imposing backdrop of Trier Cathedral, the 95 attractively decorated booths offer a fitting framework for this wonderful event.

The Trier Christmas Market is often described by travel organizers as “romantic with wonderful ambience.”

Book your flights to Luxembourg Airport (30 min by car / public transport) or Cologne (2h30) as well as your accommodation in Trier and discover the most beautiful Christmas market in Germany.

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World-renowned Edinburgh's Christmas celebrations will spread the festive cheer across the Scottish capital. From mulled Irn Bru to vegan pigs in blankets, from Harry Potter-themed gifts to local handmade produce, the stunning Christmas Market in East Princes Street Gardens will offer treats for all!  Santa Land will return to East Princes Street Gardens with rides for people of all ages to enjoy, whilst Santa’s Grotto once again will take residence on Castle Street.

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Usually, from mid-November to Christmas, Vienna’s prettiest squares transform into magical Christmas markets. The aroma of Christmas bakery items and hot punch creates a pre-Christmas atmosphere. 

One of the most well-known Christmas Markets is the traditional "Vienna Magic of Advent", which turns the City Hall Square into a shining fairytale land. Christmas gifts, tree decorations, sweets and warming drinks are awaiting you as well as a carousel and craft fun Christmas Workshops for kids. 

Another hot spot before Christmas is the cultural and Christmas market in front of Schönbrunn Palace. It offers sheer romance in front of an imperial backdrop, and is converted into a New Year's market after Christmas. 

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For its very first edition, Saranda Christmas Market is top-rated among the 15 Best Christmas Markets in Europe! Saranda is a modern, young, dynamic city, a perfect destination all year round for sunny or snowy holidays.

The Saranda Christmas Market transforms the city's promenade into a winter wonderland from Dec 6 to Jan 2. With glittering decorations, a Christmas tree, ice rink, carousel, 20 wooden huts, and stages for DJs and events, it offers a festive atmosphere.

Visitors can enjoy local cuisine, artisan crafts, and regional products, alongside a rich program of concerts, DJ performances, and a Santa and Elves parade, making it an enchanting holiday destination, one of your Best Christmas Markets in Europe.

Book your flights to Corfu (Greece - 2h drive) or Tirana (Albania - 3h by car) as well as your accommodation, tours & activities in Saranda. 

London’s spectacular Christmas destination - Hyde Park Winter Wonderland returns on 17th November for six exciting weeks of winter festivities with FREE admission and even more entertainment than before. With more than 100 rides and attractions on site, there's something for everyone.

For those Christmas shoppers, there’s the traditional German Christmas market with over 200 chalets. The Angels Christmas Market offers unusual and handmade gifts and crafts, including ceramics, candles, jewellery, wooden toys, nativity scenes and Christmas decorations. 

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Glittering lights, twinkling stars, beaming children’s faces, mulled wine, the scent of gingerbread, and Christmas carols – Dresden’s Striezelmarkt boasts a unique character, despite being in its 587th year. Regional specialities, such as Ore Mountain wood crafts, Lusatian blue-printed fabrics and Moravian stars, are particularly popular. And a piece of Original Dresdner Christstollen fruit loaf in the light of the step pyramid from the Erzgebirge (Ore Mountains) is of course another must. 

Everyone who loves the typical Dresdner Stollen, the 26th Dresden Stollenfest is exactly the right place to go. A big festival dedicated to the unique Dresden baking tradition, with historic pageant and giant Stollen, weighing several tonnes.

Book your flights to Dresden, Leipzig (1h) or Prague (1h30), Book your accommodation in Dresden as well as your tours and activities in Dresden such as a "Dresden: Festive Christmas Concert". 

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The Christmas markets in Old Town Square in the centre of Prague are the biggest project of its kind in the Czech Republic. Set in the very heart of the city is a traditional Czech marketplace, where, in dozens of wooden stalls, merchants offer typical Christmas goods such as traditional Czech blown glass balls, products made of glass pearls or straw, hand-embroidered tablecloths, wooden toys, biscuit cutters and many other things.

Grown-ups will enjoy the typical mulled wine, and all gourmet, young and old, will enjoy Czech Christmas biscuits, hot roasted chestnuts, gingerbread biscuits or typical Czech grilled sausages and skewered foods.

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The romantic city of Bruges has one of the most beautiful Christmas Markets in Europe and you are guaranteed to fall under its spell during your stay. From the end of November, the historic city centre of Bruges will be transformed into a giant Christmas market.

The Bruges Christmas and winter market will be located on the Markt and Simon Stevinplein, in the cosy city center. There will be a good range of stalls offering all kinds of scrumptious local food and drinks. 

Book your flights to Brussels Airport (1h30 by car or train) as well as your accommodation and your tours and activities in Bruges, such as a chocolate and beer tasting tour.

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For your next winter holiday, explore one of the UK's largest and most beautiful Christmas markets. The most original, biggest and - arguably - the best Christmas markets in the country, Manchester Christmas Markets are an ideal destination for a festive outing.

Arriving in the city in 1999, the first Christmas market in the UK has grown every year since, now attracting more than nine million visitors each year. Some 300 beautifully crafted stalls located across the city, offer mouth-watering international food, drinks and finely crafted Yuletide gifts in the heart of the buzzing city centre. 

Book your flights to Manchester as well as your accommodation and tours and activities, such as a Manchester food tour with a local guide. Select the "free cancellation" option and pre-book your accommodation without obligation now.

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Experience the magic of Advent Zagreb

Step into the spirit of the season with Advent Zagreb. More captivating than ever, this edition is slated to take place from 30 November 2024 to 7 January 2025. The spellbinding 40-day celebration transforms the city into a luminous wonderland, ranking among Europe’s top festive destinations. Dazzling lights, live music, irresistible food, inventive art installations and family fun fill every corner, wrapping everyone in holiday cheer.

This year marks anniversary for the iconic Ice Rink at King Tomislav Square, celebrating 10 years as a beloved Advent Zagreb feature. Skaters glide on a spacious circular rink, framed by the beautifully lit Art Pavilion, creating a storybook scene in the heart of the city.

Visitors get a unique opportunity to stroll Zagreb’s vibrant streets and squares aglow with thousands of lights, bustling Christmas markets and festive exhibitions, while music fills the air carrying the season’s spirit with every note. At Ban Jelačić Square, a towering Christmas tree takes centre stage, while Ribnjak Park sparkles with "moon dust." The grand foyer of the National Theatre is perfect for jolly snaps and the Grič Tunnel offers a magical walk through icy North Pole landscapes. Delightful experiences await all ages at Zagreb’s museums and cultural hubs, featuring creative workshops, puppet shows and storytelling, along with special surprises at the Zagreb ZOO.  

Music and art are central to the soul of Zagreb, and this year's Advent will have an exceptionally rich programme of concerts and exhibitions, both indoor and outdoor. The sound of music will be one of the constants as you walk around the city which will be decorated in the holiday spirit to make it the ultimate romantic destination.

Most of the Christmas magic is, of course, reserved for the children, and Zagreb has always had a very strong offer of fun and entertainment for families, so this year will be no exception.

Advent Zagreb is a feast for the senses, with food stalls serving traditional treats, inventive dishes by top Croatian chefs and heart-warming drinks that fill the air with seasonal aromas.

Laughter and romance are on every corner, as locals and tourists take to the streets to enjoy this welcome breath of holiday magic during winter months.

From shimmering lights to gourmet bites, Advent Zagreb once again promises extraordinary holiday season, filled with festive spirit, vibrant city culture and timeless charm.

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