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The Christmas markets in Europe

For centuries, merchants from various countries have celebrated the holiday season by hosting special Christmas markets in the streets of the great European cities. Locals and tourists alike gather together for these festively decorated markets.

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The Christmas markets in Europe

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  1. Christmas Markets in Europe The festive holiday season is one of the best times of year to enjoy a river cruise and a charming shopping excursion http://www.amawaterways.com

  2. Christmas in Europe For centuries, merchants from various countries have celebrated the holiday season by hosting special Christmas markets in the streets of the great European cities. Locals and tourists alike gather together for these festively decorated markets to share in the merriment, purchase one-of-a-kind and savor delicious seasonal fare.

  3. Germany Germany is home to the earliest examples of Christmas markets, and visitors from all over the world have enjoyed these delightful Christkindlmarktsfor centuries. From Berlin to Nuremburg to Frankfurt, the lively German markets offer an authentic taste of Christmas markets in Europe.

  4. Along the Rhine Christmas market cruises on the Rhine river are especially enchanting. The majestic cities along this ancient waterway are perfect stops for a European Christmas shopping tour.

  5. Strasbourg One of the must-see stops on your Rhine River tour is the beautiful city of Strasbourg. Nestled gracefully on the French side of the river, Strasbourg is well known for having the one oldest Christmas market in Europe.

  6. Along the Danube At over 1700 miles long, stretching from Germany to the Black Sea, the Danube River is Europe’s longest. With so many awe-inspiring cities to visit, the Danube is also the perfect locale for a Christmas river cruise. Whether you’re celebrating with a glass of punsch in Vienna or dancing the night away in Budapest, the beauty of the Danube will capture your heart and give you the most memorable Christmas of your life.

  7. Budapest The Budapest Christmas market, located in Vorosmarty Square, is filled with traditional Hungarian food and cultural festivities. It is a stop on the Danube you won’t soon forget.

  8. Vienna The Christmas market scene in Vienna is so vibrant and popular that it has spread to multiple locations throughout the city. You can indulge with some warm, fragrant chestnuts while gazing at centuries-old architecture and browsing the many stalls filled with colorful trinkets and crafts.

  9. Across the Continent Since the completion of the Main-Danube Canal in 1992, European river cruises have become better than ever. You can now travel from Budapest to Amsterdam in a luxurious river ship. Experience the old world charm of Europe’s Christmas markets on a delightful river cruise.

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