5 Christmas markets you must visit: wrap up warm and enjoy!

Staying home for Christmas? Who said so? You can also you can also take advantage of a getaway, even if it's only for a few days. Just enough to fully immerse yourself in the Christmas spirit that fills the most famous the most famous flea markets in Europe.

I know it may be tempting to take a plane to warmer areas... but you may also be one of those who, at this time of year, prefers to wrap up in a scarf, put on a warm hat, and go out to the special Christmas atmosphere of most European capitals. of most European capitals.

With good warm clothes and a hot chocolate, any of these options is a great choice. Are you up for it?

 

Music, lights and Christmas crafts at these 5 traditional flea markets

Virtually every capital and major city has its own Christmas market. have their own Christmas market. But since you have to choose, I have decided for these 5 flea markets that have all the ingredients for a perfect Christmas getaway.

Shall we go?

 

Prague (Czech Republic)

At Christmas time, the city gets dressed up. More, if possible, because it is already is a marvel every day of the year. But the lights, the decorated streets, the music... The best thing to do is to let yourself be carried away by the magic.

There are many flea markets scattered around the city, but without a doubt the one in the Old Town Square is the best. In addition, it is where the famous astronomical clock is located, so you can take advantage of the visit to to get to know emblematic places of the city.

As it will be very cold, I recommend that you get your strength in one of the many street stalls. A little bit of roast ham and mulled wine will be enough to bring your body back to life so that you can continue strolling among the craft stalls.

 

Nuremberg (Germany)

In Germany, Christmas markets are practically a must. There are in most major cities, but as you have to choose, I am going to recommend the one in Nuremberg.

You will start taking pictures even before you get close to the stalls, because the view from the outside is the view from the outside is beautiful. All the same, made of wood and decorated for Christmas...

Once again I recommend you to go to the market with a little bit of hunger, because you will want everything you see. Here you have to try the gingerbread with a glass of Glühwein gingerbread with a glass of Glühwein, a spiced wine to warm the spirit.

This market boasts of being the most famous in the world. I don't know if it's that famous, but it's certainly worth visiting it and bringing home a bring home a handmade nutcracker.

 

Tallinn (Estonia)

A country to fall in love with, you have been warned. And its Christmas market, even more so. So if you didn't have this European capital on your travel list yet, I think you should add it now. you should add it now.

Also, it may not be as well known as the other places on this list, so hopefully you can avoid large crowds. avoid large crowds.

The scenery of the whole city couldn't be more magical. And the market lasts for quite a while, so you can so you have flexibility in choosing dates. It's usually set up a month before Christmas and lasts until the beginning of the following year.

It is located in Raekoja Plats, which is the Town Hall Square, in the heart of the historical center.

Be prepared to taste typical sweets and enjoy the live choirs with traditional live choirs with traditional dances, that enliven the stroll among the market stalls.

 

5. Budapest (Hungary)

Since November you can enjoy the Christmas markets in Budapest. They are all over the city center and every street is a party. The best known of all is the one in Vörösmarty Square.

What do I recommend you to try? Here a must-try is the kürtőskalácsor chimney cake. It is a cylindrical-shaped, crunchy pastry with a delicious cinnamon, vanilla, nutty flavor... depending on the final topping.

In addition, at the market you will be able to see samples of local handicrafts, see open-air concerts and simply enjoy the Christmas atmosphere that permeates the city.

Have you already made your choice? We hope so. 

I know that in this year 2021 it can be complicated to travel, because there are countries with restrictions. there are countries with restrictions.

But if it can't be these, I hope that you visit any other Christmas market of the many that exist in Europe (in Spain there are also beautiful ones), and then tell me how they are. Are you up for it? I'll put it on my list for next year 😉.