An overview of Christmas markets in Europe
L’année dernière, dans la même période, nous avons publié une série d’articles portant sur les différents marchés de Christmas que l’on peut visiter en Europe. Voici quelques notes sur certains d’entre eux, si vous comptez inclure dans votre programme des festivités une visite dans l’une ou l’autre de ces villes.
Zurich Market (Switzerland)
Nestled comfortably in the city's vast train station, Zurich's Christmas Market is the largest of its kind in Europe, featuring 150 stalls selling local produce, crafts, gifts, and other delicacies.
Basel Market (Switzerland)
This Christmas market is undoubtedly the oldest in the country. Every year, the entire city participates in the dynamic and joyful activities that take place there. This year, Münsterplatz will host attractions and kiosks for the first time.
Strasbourg Market (France)
Since 1590, this French Christmas market has been held at the foot of Strasbourg's magnificent Notre-Dame Cathedral. In recent years, it has expanded to include certain areas of the city, particularly with regard to craft activities and children's entertainment. Each year, this market chooses to honor a country; this time, Switzerland will be in the spotlight.
The Vienna Market (Austria)
Comme son histoire remonte à plus de 700 ans, il s’agit d’un des plus anciens marchés de Noël d’Europe et aussi l’un des plus réputés. À chaque année, il dispose ses étalages et ses kiosques en face de l’hôtel de ville et du Burgtheater. Beaucoup d’ambiance.
Cologne Market (Germany)
In fact, we should talk about "Cologne's seven Christmas markets." Attracting over four million visitors each year, each of these markets specializes in a specific area. For example, the one at the foot of the Berliner Dom cathedral brings together stalls selling crafts and art objects.
Nuremberg Market (Germany)
Picturesque and traditional, this Christmas Market is renowned for its shows, including choirs, children's entertainment, and other festivities. More than 180 stalls offer unique gifts.
Other Christmas markets worth exploring include those in Gothenburg, Sweden, Düsseldorf, Germany, and Birmingham, UK.