The best Christmas markets to visit in Europe in 2025
Plenty of us dread the cold temperatures and rainy days that linger for months when winter arrives, but as with every year, there are plenty of places adorned with twinkly lights, filled wholesome crafty goods and pouring cups of steaming glögg thatâll help us get us through it. Christmas Markets are joy-filled places, thereâs no denying that, and from the cobbled streets of Edinburgh to the mountainous backdrop of Lucerne, there are little squares all over Europe packed with stocking filler and cheerful vibes. Whether youâre dreaming of a white Christmas or looking to escape to the Mediterranean, thereâs a perfect destination on this list for you. Here are our favourite Christmas markets in Europe.
Best Christmas markets in Europe at a glance
đŻââïž Most popular: Rathausplatz, Vienna, Austria
đ Most traditional:Â Town Hall Square, Tallinn, Estonia
đ Most unique:Â Liseberg, Gothenburg, Sweden
đ Most atmospheric:Â Colmar, France
â Most underrated: Cathedral Square, Vilnius, Lithuania
Which country in Europe has the best Christmas markets?
There are a lot of great Christmas markets in Europe, but the country that boasts the highest volume of great Christmas markets has to be Germany. Here youâve got the likes of Nuremberg (arguably the most famous on the continent), Munich, Berlin, Ravenna Gorge and a whole lot more â each of them as weird, wonderful and uniquely German as the next. For the full list, check out our guide to the best Christmas markets in Germany.Â
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