Europe's Best Christmas Markets 2022

As every year European cities begin to dress up and get ready to receive Christmas. And along with the lights and celebrations come the Christmas markets. Here is a list of the best Christmas markets in Europe for you to decide which one to visit this year.

The tradition of a Christmas market in Europe

The first Christmas markets were born in the Medieval Era, back in the 13th century. There are records that in Vienna in 1296 the Dezembermarkt was already celebrated. These markets were farmers' fairs that were open for a couple of days during December so that people could stock up for the winter.

It was only with the passing of the years that other products related to Christmas, such as sweets, toys and trees, were added. And it was in Germany that the first Christmas markets began to be created. The title of the first Christmas market is disputed between Dresden, Bautzen and Nuremberg.

7 cities with Christmas markets

Although there are hundreds of beautiful Christmas markets, we have selected the one in 7 cities that we think you will love.

Montbéliard

Montbeliard - The best Christmas markets in Europe this 2022

Montbéliard is 5 hours from Paris and has one of the best Christmas markets in Europe.

On the Place Saint-Martin, in front of the church of the same name, you will find almost 150 wooden booths offering excellent local gastronomy and handicrafts.

In addition, there is always a lot of music, a choir and several concert venues.

The decoration of the whole city is as magical as the warmth of its neighbors. So you are sure to have a great time if you decide to visit this small town.

This Christmas market lasts from November 26 to December 24.

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Brussels

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Brussels is one of the most visited cities during the Christmas season. Here, the flea market stands out Winter Wonderswhich receives more than 2 million visitors every year.

In the Grand-Place are organized in the light and music shows. Its life-size nativity scene is famous, it is as famous as the beauty of the city.

You will also enjoy the skating rink and the exhibitions that take place around the large Christmas tree and the more than 200 wooden booths that make up the flea market.

This year it will be held from December 25 to January 1, 2023.

 

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Budapest

 

In the Vörösmarty square is held the Winter Festival that lasts almost two months, which for many is in the top 3 of the best Christmas markets in Europe.

You'll find plenty of artisanal products and local delicacies to try, such as strudel and bejgli, a typical Christmas cake made with walnuts and poppy seeds.

There is also a good variety of shows ranging from jazz concerts and puppet theater to traditional Hungarian music.

You can enjoy it from November 18 through January 1.

 

Vienna

Vienna - Christmas Market

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Vienna is always among the most chosen to celebrate Christmas, and its flea market, known as Magic Vienna Advent, is super nice.

Its wooden chalets offer hot punch to counteract the icy weather of the season. And of course, you will also find many booths where you can buy Christmas ornaments, gifts, crafts and sweets.

For the Viennese this time of year is special and the whole city seems to be enchanted. The main flea market is the one in front of the City Hall (Rathaus), where there is an ice rink. And another highly recommended is the one in front of Schönbrunn Palace. The location of the latter gives it a unique atmosphere that looks like something out of a movie.

In Vienna, the Christmas market is held from November 19 to December 26.

 

Vigo

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

In Spain there are many very good Christmas markets, but due to climatic reasons they are very different from the Nordic tradition.

One of the cities that has a great atmosphere during the Christmas season is Vigo. The Christmas spirit is most intensely experienced at the intersection of Colón and Policarpo Sanz streets, where the lighting of the lighting takes visitors' breath away. The rest of the city is also decorated with Christmas light arrangements, so the whole city seems to be in festive mood.

The most important Christmas market is held in Compostela square.

This year, in addition to a giant tree with LED lights, there will be a roller coaster and many installations ideal for taking selfies, such as a giant snowman, reindeer and Santa's house.

The market opens on November 19.

 

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Trier

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Trier is in western Germany, about 2 hours from Cologne, almost on the border with Luxembourg and has one of the best Christmas markets in Europe.

The flea market is located next to the old medieval market and the cathedral. Here you can taste the traditional Gluehwein, the spiced mulled wine prepared by the Germans for this time of the year. In addition to this wine, there are many other specialties of German cuisine, such as grilled sausages and potato omelets.

Among the handicrafts that you can get at the market are those made of wood and ceramics.

The Trier flea market also offers puppet shows, choirs and orchestra concerts.

The market lasts from November 18 to December 22.

 

Madeira

Maderia - Christmas Market 2022

 

We end this list with a very different option. The Madeira Island Christmas market, in addition to the typical Christmas decorations, has beautiful exotic flowers, seasonal food and tropical fruits.

The epicenter of the Christmas party is in Funchal Street, where the music that enlivens Madeira's nights becomes a mixture of Portuguese folk music and Christmas carols.

Along the street you will find lots of light displays and you will see the different nativity scenes that families use to decorate their homes.

Most of the action takes place on the Arriaga Avenue boulevard in Funchal and takes place between December 1 and January 8, 2023.

This was our selection of the best Christmas markets in Europe. We hope you liked it and that you can enjoy some of them and have a happy holiday season.

 

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