The Best Christmas Markets

It’s almost Christmas and time to think about mulled wines and mince pies. A traditional Christmas market is the perfect way to celebrate Christmas and get into the spirit. Why not visit one of these markets in Europe?

Berlin

You’ll find 60 markets spread across the city. Charlottenburg Castle hosts one of the best markets, with fairground rides and stalls selling traditional gifts, as well as beautiful illuminations on its walls. For a festive atmosphere, other markets offer fun activities like tobogganing or ice skating. In many beer tents, you’ll find mulled wines, sausages, and, of course, singing and dancing. Bring the spirit home with Real Christmas Trees Northampton from welfordchristmastreefarm.co.uk

Paris

Paris is beautiful all year long, but it becomes even more spectacular when its lights are transformed into fairy lights. The market on the Champs Elysees is one of the best, with ice skating and mulled wines to warm your cockles. Take a stroll through Avenue Montaigne to experience a more quiet Christmas light show. You can choose from a variety of markets, including Trocadero near the Eiffel tower. Try the tartiflette – a winter warmer made with lardons and potatoes, plus cheese and onion.

London

Leicester Square is a great place to stay local this winter. There’s an authentic Santa’s Grotto, German styled markets and professional shows performed by an Olivier Award winning troupe. The Christmas Markets in Leicester Square are the hottest. Discover all your favourite continental treats like mulled wines, homemade crafts and Christmas decorations.