The Christmas holiday period in France is no different with a large … The town is just as quaint and authentic as others, both during the festive period and the rest of the year.

Feast on mulled wine and bratwurst and then indulge in some gingerbread as you walk the rows of stalls. This Christmas market dates as far back as the 16th century. After Christmas (until 30 December), only the stalls at Place de la Cathédrale, Place du Château and Place du Marché-aux-Poissons are opened. Strasbourg Christmas market opening times 2020.

Brussels (Belgium) 5. Basel (Switzerland) 7. FRENCH CHRISTMAS MARKETS. The Christmas Market at St. Stephen's Basilica, known as Advent by the Basilica, boasts an ice rink and impressive light shows.

Gdansk (Poland) 4.

With Budapest at the top, these are the 20 Best Christmas Markets in Europe for 2020: 2. There are quite a few Christmas Markets on throughout France but Amiens was my first choice because it’s not quite as touristy and expensive as other places such as Lille. This northern city has one of the most popular Christmas markets in France, attracting 900,000 visitors every year.

Barcelona’s best Christmas market is the Fira de Santa Llúcia, located on the large square right in front of the Cathedral.Comprising traditional wooden chalet-like stalls, it sells many different types of Christmas decorations, nativity scene figurines and local sweets. The market consists of 100 stalls selling handicrafts, lanterns, Christmas decorations, food and hot drinks.

Montbeliard (France) 6. The Best Christmas Markets in France France is known for its heritage, culture, and traditions.

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Vienna (Austria) 3.

The Christmas markets start from 27 November and end on 24 December. The Christmas City Market – Helsinki, Finland.

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Christmas in Helsinki is usually a quiet family celebration, so people make the most of pikkujoulu – ‘little Christmas’ – during which they party in bars and restaurants – and this great Christmas Market .