Trade your high street trudge for a traditional extravaganza as WTM unwraps the most charming Christmas Markets around the world.
Nuremberg, Germany
With the enticing allure of mulled beverages, plum cake, bratwurst and gingerbread, the Christkindlesmarkt is arguably the most popular Christmas market in all of Europe. Shimmering with colourful festive lights, more than 180 wooden stands sell handcrafted ornaments, toys, games and holiday treats. Take a carriage ride around the cobbled streets of the old town surrounding the market to see some dazzling decorations and winter greenery.
Distinguished by its medieval architecture, the city offers more than 30 different museums, a majestic imperial castle, towering cathedrals and plenty of hip eateries to enthral you with its charm.
Prague, Czech Republic
The capital is nothing short of a fairytale any day of the year, but come Christmas and it transforms into an even more charming landscape. The main Christmas markets are held at the Old Town Square and Wenceslas Square, a haven for enthusiastic shoppers.
Buy traditional handmade handicrafts, knitted socks, slippers and sample well-loved local desserts such as sweet bread and short-crust pastry cookies. Red-canopied wooden huts sell toys, glass baubles, embroidered lace and souvenirs. A nativity scene hosts sheep, goats and donkeys which can be petted and music concerts run throughout the day. Once you’re totally shopped out head up to the castle, or visit one of several museums in the vicinity.
Prague, Czech Republic
The capital is nothing short of a fairytale any day of the year, but come Christmas and it transforms into an even more charming landscape. The main Christmas markets are held at the Old Town Square and Wenceslas Square, a haven for enthusiastic shoppers.
Buy traditional handmade handicrafts, knitted socks, slippers and sample well-loved local desserts such as sweet bread and short-crust pastry cookies. Red-canopied wooden huts sell toys, glass baubles, embroidered lace and souvenirs. A nativity scene hosts sheep, goats and donkeys which can be petted and music concerts run throughout the day. Once you’re totally shopped out head up to the castle, or visit one of several museums in the vicinity.
