It is the season when we have longer nights and a very chilly environment. It is best to have a cup of coco. If you are bored at home then get your sweater and head to the best German Christmas markets. Even if you are not in Germany, you can still get hold of the best German Christmas markets:
Alsace, France
Looking for a German Christmas market in Alsace is not really a challenge since Germany is just across the border. Alsace in France is just very hard to resist with its very festive atmosphere during the Christmas season. You can find around 35 markets during the holiday with the one at Strasbourg being the oldest of France’s holiday markets. You can find the 430 year old market just in front of the Strasbourg Cathedral.
The Alsace markets usually run until the first week of January.
Chicago, Illinois
The Chicago Chriskindlmarket is considered as the biggest German market out of Germany. The picture formed by the modern skyscrapers towering over the traditional German market stores is just magnificent. The crowded atmosphere also helps with the very low temperatures. You can head to the gluhtwein and bratwurst tent after grabbing your holiday gifts.
This German Christmas market runs from the 26th of November to Christmas Eve at the Dailey Plaza which is accessible by subway or bus in the downtown area.
Bath, England
You can find German holiday markets from Scotland to London. Although they are everywhere in the Great Britain, nothing beats the one in Bath, England. The location of the market itself is alluring. The German Christmas market in Bath is just by the Roman Baths and the Bath Abbey. Aside from the Christmas presents, the location of the market gives you a feel of the history of the place.
The Bath German market can definitely give you a great UK holiday market experience with the endless list of choices for drinks and food, and a good blast of Christmas music from the carolers.
Bolzano, Italy
How about a mercatino di Natalie? If you want a more Mediterranean feel of the Christmas market, head south to Bolazano in Italy. It became very popular with tourists and locals of the region since the stalls here serve South Tyrol cuisine.
You will also never miss the Advent calendars which are actually converted windows of a historic building. The Bolzano market is still a traditional German Christmas market with an excellent blend of other cultures.
You can visit the holiday sales at the Piazza Walther. The market is there from November 27 to December 23. Aside from the main market, you can pass by the alleyways nearby to get a good gastronomic treat.
Ljubljana, Slovenia
Let us guarantee that this German Christmas market is really enjoyable even if you cannot pronounce where it is located. This Yuletide market can be found at the Old Town of the city. There are Christmas lights everywhere. It will be fun to see the colorful lights of the castle, buildings, and of course, the stalls in the Ljubljana holiday market.
You have myriad of choices in terms of the gifts that you can get for your loved ones. There are clothes, wines, handicrafts, and food. Don’t forget to try out the tasty ginger bread and wine to complete your experience.
The market stretches from December 3 to January 2 at the Presemovtrg Square.
Prague, Czech Republic
If you have been traveling or have been frequenting travel sites, you know that a Praque holiday never comes cheap. Going there on Christmas saves you some money still compared to the rates and crowds of during the summer.
You also get to enjoy four Christmas in the Namesti Republiky, Havelske Trziste, Wenceslas Square, and the Old Town Square. You can catch the festivities until New Year.
The city comes alive with the Christmas lights giving the city a more romantic air. Adults will surely find the Czech beer and hot wine as jackpots while kids will enjoy petting the goats and sheep at the Old Town Square.
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Although far from Germany, the Christmas market in Pennsylvania gives a genuine feel of the holiday market in Nuremberg. The fair is held at the Dilworth Plaza where visitors can enjoy Santa’s House, live music, great food, and stalls. The market runs until the eve of Christmas. You can find the plaza just in front of the Philadelphia City Hall.
