{"id":9069,"date":"2024-10-08T09:32:24","date_gmt":"2024-10-08T09:32:24","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/ogfacts.com\/?p=9069"},"modified":"2024-10-09T09:59:51","modified_gmt":"2024-10-09T09:59:51","slug":"14-european-cities-you-must-visit-during-christmas-for-a-magical-experience","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/ogfacts.com\/14-european-cities-you-must-visit-during-christmas-for-a-magical-experience\/","title":{"rendered":"14 European Cities You Must Visit During Christmas for a Magical Experience"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Europe\u2019s cities and towns come alive at Christmas, creating a wonderland of lights, markets, and festivities. Here\u2019s a guide to <strong>14 must-visit destinations to soak up the holiday spirit, from the Nordic magic of Troms\u00f8 to the festive wonder of Bruges.\n\n\n\n<h3 class='\"wp-block-heading\"'>1. Bergen, Norway\n\n\n\n<figure class='\"wp-block-image' size-large><img loading='\"lazy\"' decoding='\"async\"' width='\"1024\"' height='\"576\"' src="%5C%22https:%5C/%5C/storage.googleapis.com%5C/stateless-wheretogonext-me%5C/2024%5C/10%5C/5891285d-bergen-christmas-market-1024x576.webp%5C%22" alt='\"bergen' christmas market class='\"wp-image-9093\"' srcset='\"https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-wheretogonext-me\/2024\/10\/5891285d-bergen-christmas-market-1024x576.webp' https: sizes='\"auto,'>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Bergen transforms into a festive paradise in December, with the <strong>Bergen Christmas Market along Bryggen Wharf and beautiful views of the fjords. Locals and tourists alike enjoy traditional treats like gl\u00f8gg and freshly baked gingerbread while wandering among the charming wooden houses.\n\n\n\n<p class='\"aff\"'><a href="%5C%22https:%5C/%5C/www.booking.com%5C/searchresults.en.html?city=-252873&amp;aid=7944451&amp;no_rooms=1&amp;group_adults=2%5C%22">Find the best accommodation in Bergen\n\n\n\n<h3 class='\"wp-block-heading\"'>2. Troms\u00f8, Norway\n\n\n\n<figure class='\"wp-block-image' size-full><img loading='\"lazy\"' decoding='\"async\"' width='\"900\"' height='\"601\"' src="%5C%22https:%5C/%5C/storage.googleapis.com%5C/stateless-wheretogonext-me%5C/2024%5C/10%5C/9bbc4b27-tromso1.webp%5C%22" alt='\"tromso(1)\"' class='\"wp-image-9094\"' srcset='\"https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-wheretogonext-me\/2024\/10\/9bbc4b27-tromso1.webp' https: sizes='\"auto,'>\n\n\n\n<p>A trip to <strong>Troms\u00f8 during Christmas offers a unique experience as you step into the Arctic Circle. With Christmas markets, traditional Norwegian holiday fare, and the chance to see the <strong>Northern Lights, Troms\u00f8 combines holiday festivities with natural wonders. Don\u2019t miss the annual Christmas concert in the Arctic Cathedral.\n\n\n\n<p class='\"aff\"'><a href="%5C%22https:%5C/%5C/www.booking.com%5C/searchresults.en.html?city=-284406&amp;aid=7944451&amp;no_rooms=1&amp;group_adults=2%5C%22">Find the best accommodation in Troms\u00f8\n\n\n\n<h3 class='\"wp-block-heading\"'>3. Colmar, France\n\n\n\n<figure class='\"wp-block-image' size-full><img loading='\"lazy\"' decoding='\"async\"' width='\"900\"' height='\"600\"' src="%5C%22https:%5C/%5C/storage.googleapis.com%5C/stateless-wheretogonext-me%5C/2024%5C/10%5C/e49f638f-colmar-christmas-market.webp%5C%22" alt='\"colmar' christmas market class='\"wp-image-9095\"' srcset='\"https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-wheretogonext-me\/2024\/10\/e49f638f-colmar-christmas-market.webp' https: sizes='\"auto,'>\n\n\n\n<p>The medieval town of <strong>Colmar in Alsace is a fairy tale come to life during Christmas. The town\u2019s half-timbered houses are decorated with holiday lights, and the markets sell everything from traditional Alsatian baked goods to handcrafted ornaments.\n\n\n\n<p class='\"aff\"'><a href="%5C%22https:%5C/%5C/www.booking.com%5C/searchresults.en.html?city=-1421049&amp;aid=7944451&amp;no_rooms=1&amp;group_adults=2%5C%22">Find the best accommodation in Colmar\n\n\n\n<h3 class='\"wp-block-heading\"'>4. Vienna, Austria\n\n\n\n<figure class='\"wp-block-image' size-full><img loading='\"lazy\"' decoding='\"async\"' width='\"900\"' height='\"600\"' src="%5C%22https:%5C/%5C/storage.googleapis.com%5C/stateless-wheretogonext-me%5C/2024%5C/10%5C/a518f402-vienna-christmas-market.webp%5C%22" alt='\"vienna' christmas market class='\"wp-image-9026\"' srcset='\"https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-wheretogonext-me\/2024\/10\/a518f402-vienna-christmas-market.webp' https: sizes='\"auto,'>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Vienna\u2019s Christmas markets are world-renowned, with the largest at Rathausplatz. The city\u2019s stunning architecture, combined with the warmth of holiday lights and music, makes Vienna a truly magical place to spend the holidays.\n\n\n\n<p class='\"aff\"'><a href="%5C%22https:%5C/%5C/www.booking.com%5C/searchresults.en.html?city=-1995499&amp;aid=7944451&amp;no_rooms=1&amp;group_adults=2%5C%22">Find the best accommodation in Vienna\n\n\n\n<h3 class='\"wp-block-heading\"'>5. Rovaniemi, Finland\n\n\n\n<figure class='\"wp-block-image' size-full><img loading='\"lazy\"' decoding='\"async\"' width='\"900\"' height='\"514\"' src="%5C%22https:%5C/%5C/storage.googleapis.com%5C/stateless-wheretogonext-me%5C/2024%5C/10%5C/da3409e4-rovaniemi.webp%5C%22" alt='\"rovaniemi\"' class='\"wp-image-9097\"' srcset='\"https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-wheretogonext-me\/2024\/10\/da3409e4-rovaniemi.webp' https: sizes='\"auto,'>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Rovaniemi is known as the <strong>official hometown of Santa Claus and is one of the most magical Christmas destinations. With Santa\u2019s Village, reindeer sleigh rides, and an ice hotel, Rovaniemi offers an enchanting experience that includes a visit to Santa Claus himself.\n\n\n\n<p class='\"aff\"'><a href="%5C%22https:%5C/%5C/www.booking.com%5C/searchresults.en.html?city=-1384477&amp;aid=7944451&amp;no_rooms=1&amp;group_adults=2%5C%22">Best accommodation in Rovaniemi\n\n\n\n<h3 class='\"wp-block-heading\"'>6. Rothenburg ob der Tauber, Germany\n\n\n\n<figure class='\"wp-block-image' size-full><img loading='\"lazy\"' decoding='\"async\"' width='\"900\"' height='\"600\"' src="%5C%22https:%5C/%5C/storage.googleapis.com%5C/stateless-wheretogonext-me%5C/2024%5C/10%5C/0b38ca1a-rothenburg-ob-der-tauber-christmas.webp%5C%22" alt='\"rothenburg' ob der tauber christmas class='\"wp-image-9096\"' srcset='\"https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-wheretogonext-me\/2024\/10\/0b38ca1a-rothenburg-ob-der-tauber-christmas.webp' https: sizes='\"auto,'>\n\n\n\n<p>This Bavarian town\u2019s <strong>Reiterlesmarkt is one of Germany\u2019s oldest Christmas markets, and its medieval architecture gives it a timeless feel. Try German specialties like bratwurst and mulled wine, and stop by the Christmas Museum for a history of holiday traditions.\n\n\n\n<p class='\"aff\"'><a href="%5C%22https:%5C/%5C/www.booking.com%5C/searchresults.en.html?city=-1852906&amp;aid=7944451&amp;no_rooms=1&amp;group_adults=2%5C%22">Best accommodation in Rothenburg ob der Tauber\n\n\n\n<h3 class='\"wp-block-heading\"'>7. Tallinn, Estonia\n\n\n\n<figure class='\"wp-block-image' size-full><img loading='\"lazy\"' decoding='\"async\"' width='\"900\"' height='\"612\"' src="%5C%22https:%5C/%5C/storage.googleapis.com%5C/stateless-wheretogonext-me%5C/2024%5C/10%5C/9b38a555-tallinn-christmas-market.webp%5C%22" alt='\"tallinn' christmas market class='\"wp-image-9037\"' srcset='\"https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-wheretogonext-me\/2024\/10\/9b38a555-tallinn-christmas-market.webp' https: sizes='\"auto,'>\n\n\n\n<p>The cozy <strong>Tallinn Christmas Market is held in <strong>Town Hall Square, surrounded by medieval buildings draped in holiday decor. Traditional Estonian foods, craft stalls, and holiday choirs make it one of Europe\u2019s most enchanting markets.\n\n\n\n<p class='\"aff\"'><a href="%5C%22https:%5C/%5C/www.booking.com%5C/searchresults.en.html?city=-2625660&amp;aid=7944451&amp;no_rooms=1&amp;group_adults=2%5C%22">Best accommodation in Tallinn\n\n\n\n<h3 class='\"wp-block-heading\"'>8. Prague, Czech Republic\n\n\n\n<figure class='\"wp-block-image' size-full><img loading='\"lazy\"' decoding='\"async\"' width='\"900\"' height='\"474\"' src="%5C%22https:%5C/%5C/storage.googleapis.com%5C/stateless-wheretogonext-me%5C/2024%5C/10%5C/ed94e8d3-prague-christmas.webp%5C%22" alt='\"prague' christmas class='\"wp-image-9028\"' srcset='\"https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-wheretogonext-me\/2024\/10\/ed94e8d3-prague-christmas.webp' https: sizes='\"auto,'>\n\n\n\n<p>The Christmas markets in <strong>Old Town Square and <strong>Wenceslas Square transform Prague into a holiday wonderland. The Gothic architecture adds a fairytale charm, and the city is famous for its delicious trdeln\u00edk (a sweet pastry) and holiday-themed souvenirs.\n\n\n\n<p class='\"aff\"'><a href="%5C%22https:%5C/%5C/www.booking.com%5C/searchresults.en.html?city=-553173&amp;aid=7944451&amp;no_rooms=1&amp;group_adults=2%5C%22">Best accommodation in Prague\n\n\n\n<h3 class='\"wp-block-heading\"'>9. Bruges, Belgium\n\n\n\n<figure class='\"wp-block-image' size-full><img loading='\"lazy\"' decoding='\"async\"' width='\"900\"' height='\"600\"' src="%5C%22https:%5C/%5C/storage.googleapis.com%5C/stateless-wheretogonext-me%5C/2024%5C/10%5C/cfc3788e-bruges-christmas-market.webp%5C%22" alt='\"bruges' christmas market class='\"wp-image-9050\"' srcset='\"https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-wheretogonext-me\/2024\/10\/cfc3788e-bruges-christmas-market.webp' https: sizes='\"auto,'>\n\n\n\n<p>With canals and historic buildings, <strong>Bruges is a dreamy Christmas destination. The <strong>Market Square Christmas market offers Belgian treats like waffles and chocolates, with festive ice skating rinks and charming holiday lights adorning the canals.\n\n\n\n<p class='\"aff\"'><a href="%5C%22https:%5C/%5C/www.booking.com%5C/searchresults.en.html?city=-1955473&amp;aid=7944451&amp;no_rooms=1&amp;group_adults=2%5C%22">Best accommodation in Bruges\n\n\n\n<h3 class='\"wp-block-heading\"'>10. Strasbourg, France\n\n\n\n<figure class='\"wp-block-image' size-full><img loading='\"lazy\"' decoding='\"async\"' width='\"900\"' height='\"473\"' src="%5C%22https:%5C/%5C/storage.googleapis.com%5C/stateless-wheretogonext-me%5C/2024%5C/10%5C/f216368a-strasbourg-xmas-market.webp%5C%22" alt='\"strasbourg' xmas market class='\"wp-image-9027\"' srcset='\"https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-wheretogonext-me\/2024\/10\/f216368a-strasbourg-xmas-market.webp' https: sizes='\"auto,'>\n\n\n\n<p>Strasbourg\u2019s <strong>Christkindelsm\u00e4rik is one of Europe\u2019s oldest and largest Christmas markets, and its grand Christmas tree and decorations make it feel like the \u201cCapital of Christmas.\u201d Explore various themed markets, including those specializing in Alsatian gingerbread and local crafts.\n\n\n\n<p class='\"aff\"'><a href="%5C%22https:%5C/%5C/www.booking.com%5C/searchresults.en.html?city=-1471697&amp;aid=7944451&amp;no_rooms=1&amp;group_adults=2%5C%22">Best accommodation in Strasbourg\n\n\n\n<h3 class='\"wp-block-heading\"'>11. Zurich, Switzerland\n\n\n\n<figure class='\"wp-block-image' size-full><img loading='\"lazy\"' decoding='\"async\"' width='\"900\"' height='\"506\"' src="%5C%22https:%5C/%5C/storage.googleapis.com%5C/stateless-wheretogonext-me%5C/2024%5C/10%5C/b43b4d45-zurich-christmas-market.webp%5C%22" alt='\"zurich' christmas market class='\"wp-image-9046\"' srcset='\"https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-wheretogonext-me\/2024\/10\/b43b4d45-zurich-christmas-market.webp' https: sizes='\"auto,'>\n\n\n\n<p>Zurich\u2019s <strong>Christkindlimarkt is a unique indoor market located at the main train station, featuring a giant Swarovski crystal Christmas tree. The city\u2019s holiday spirit is also alive in <strong>Wienachtsdorf, an open-air market by Lake Zurich, with local treats and a skating rink.\n\n\n\n<p class='\"aff\"'><a href="%5C%22https:%5C/%5C/www.booking.com%5C/searchresults.en.html?city=-2554935&amp;aid=7944451&amp;no_rooms=1&amp;group_adults=2%5C%22">Accommodation in Zurich\n\n\n\n<h3 class='\"wp-block-heading\"'>12. Krakow, Poland\n\n\n\n<figure class='\"wp-block-image' size-full><img loading='\"lazy\"' decoding='\"async\"' width='\"900\"' height='\"600\"' src="%5C%22https:%5C/%5C/storage.googleapis.com%5C/stateless-wheretogonext-me%5C/2024%5C/10%5C/dd7ead8b-krakow.webp%5C%22" alt='\"krakow\"' class='\"wp-image-9098\"' srcset='\"https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-wheretogonext-me\/2024\/10\/dd7ead8b-krakow.webp' https: sizes='\"auto,'>\n\n\n\n<p>Krakow\u2019s <strong>Main Square Christmas Market in <strong>Rynek Glowny offers Polish holiday specialties like pierogi and oscypek. The festive stalls are beautifully decorated, and the market\u2019s traditional wooden huts sell unique Polish crafts.\n\n\n\n<p class='\"aff\"'><a href="%5C%22https:%5C/%5C/www.booking.com%5C/searchresults.en.html?city=-510625&amp;aid=7944451&amp;no_rooms=1&amp;group_adults=2%5C%22">Accommodation in Krakow\n\n\n\n<h3 class='\"wp-block-heading\"'>13. Edinburgh, Scotland\n\n\n\n<figure class='\"wp-block-image' size-full><img loading='\"lazy\"' decoding='\"async\"' width='\"900\"' height='\"600\"' src="%5C%22https:%5C/%5C/storage.googleapis.com%5C/stateless-wheretogonext-me%5C/2024%5C/10%5C/cb000af3-edinburgh-christmas-market.webp%5C%22" alt='\"edinburgh' christmas market class='\"wp-image-9045\"' srcset='\"https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-wheretogonext-me\/2024\/10\/cb000af3-edinburgh-christmas-market.webp' https: sizes='\"auto,'>\n\n\n\n<p>The <strong>East Princes Street Gardens in Edinburgh is filled with festive lights, rides, and market stalls offering Scottish crafts and delicacies. The Edinburgh Big Wheel provides a panoramic view of the castle and city, and the annual Light Night ceremony brings the season to life.\n\n\n\n<p class='\"aff\"'><a href="%5C%22https:%5C/%5C/www.booking.com%5C/searchresults.en.html?city=-2595386&amp;aid=7944451&amp;no_rooms=1&amp;group_adults=2%5C%22">Accommodation in Edinburgh\n\n\n\n<h3 class='\"wp-block-heading\"'>14. R\u00fcdesheim, Germany\n\n\n\n<figure class='\"wp-block-image' size-full><img loading='\"lazy\"' decoding='\"async\"' width='\"900\"' height='\"506\"' src="%5C%22https:%5C/%5C/storage.googleapis.com%5C/stateless-wheretogonext-me%5C/2024%5C/10%5C/b4f54279-rudesheim.webp%5C%22" alt='\"rudesheim\"' class='\"wp-image-9099\"' srcset='\"https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-wheretogonext-me\/2024\/10\/b4f54279-rudesheim.webp' https: sizes='\"auto,'>\n\n\n\n<p>Located in the <strong>Rhine Valley, R\u00fcdesheim is known for its charming Christmas market that showcases crafts from around the world. With its famous mulled wine and traditional German holiday treats, this picturesque town along the river has a cozy holiday feel.\n\n\n\n<p class='\"aff\"'><a href="%5C%22https:%5C/%5C/www.booking.com%5C/searchresults.en.html?city=-1853568&amp;aid=7944451&amp;no_rooms=1&amp;group_adults=2%5C%22">Accommodation in R\u00fcdesheim\n\n\n\n<p>From the snowy fjords of Norway to the medieval streets of Estonia, these <strong>14 European towns and cities offer a variety of Christmas experiences. Whether you\u2019re seeking traditional treats, unique holiday gifts, or a festive setting, each destination brings its own charm and magic to the holiday season.\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Europe\u2019s cities and towns come alive at Christmas, creating a wonderland of lights, markets, and festivities. Here\u2019s a guide to 14 must-visit destinations to soak up the holiday spirit, from the Nordic magic of Troms\u00f8 to the festive wonder of Bruges. 1. 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