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With the cold season comes one of the most popular traditions among Germans: the Christmas markets open.
Most beautiful Christmas markets in 2018: This year there are again some Christmas markets that stand out from the crowd and will be remembered for their unique and lovingly designed details.
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1. Christmas market Hamburg
There are also several Christmas markets in Hamburg that you can visit. One of the most beautiful is the historic Christmas market on Rathausplatz.
This year it begins on November 26th, 2018 and ends on December 23rd, 2018.
Organized by Roncalli, the Christmas market on Rathausplatz has the motto “Art instead of Commerce” – a motto, especially at Christmas time, that reminds us of the basic values of Christmas.
So, enjoy the Christmas season and don’t let the Christmas stress get to you.
2. Christmas market Berlin
The Christmas market in Berlin is spread across the individual districts. There are so many Christmas markets to discover in the capital!
The largest is in the old town of Spandau. As every year, one of the 26 candles on the Advent wreath is lit at the beginning of the market.
The medieval market in the streets of Spandau is very popular. There you will be treated to medieval delicacies and can admire the creative costumes of the stall vendors.
3. Christmas market Cologne
The Cologne Christmas market at the cathedral is one of the most popular Christmas markets in all of Germany.
Up to four million visitors are expected again this year, between November 26, 2018 and December 23, 2018.
The annual highlight is the 25 meter high Christmas tree and the huge tent of lights that stretches over the room.
In this video you can also admire the other Christmas markets in Cologne:
4. Christmas market food
The Christmas market in Essen started on November 16th, 2018! So if you can hardly wait for fried almonds and mulled wine, it’s time to go to food!
The city lives up to its name again this year, as there are many international delicacies and stalls that Christmas market visitors can discover.
Big highlight: The Peruvian potato. You definitely have to try it, it’s only available at the International Christmas Market in Essen!
5. Hanover Christmas Market
The Christmas market in Hanover begins on November 28th, 2018 and ends on December 22nd, 2018. If you want to come with the whole family, the Christmas market in Hanover’s old town is definitely worth it.
With many child-friendly events, both young and old will have a lot of fun! There are 130 stalls where you can discover arts and crafts and, of course, delicious Christmas cookies.
Special highlight: Every evening before 9 p.m. the night watchman in costume announces the end of the market.
6. Stuttgart Christmas Market
The Christmas market in Stuttgart also opens on November 28th, 2018 and closes on December 23rd, 2018.
It is not only one of the most beautiful Christmas markets in 2018, but also one of the oldest in all of Europe!
The Christmas market is known for the lovingly decorated roofs of the stalls and for one – at 25 meters high – of the largest Christmas trees in all of Germany. Choir singing and Christmas music get you in the mood for the most wonderful time of the year.
7. Leipzig Christmas Market
The Christmas market in Leipzig is the second oldest and one of the largest Christmas markets in Germany. Its tradition goes back to the 15th century! You have to imagine that first.
It opens on November 27th, 2018 and closes on December 23rd, 2018 – plenty of time to plan a trip to the beautiful city and see the legendary Christmas market with your own eyes.
With 300 stands you have enough to discover and be enchanted by the Christmas atmosphere!
As every year, the big highlight is the celebratory opening of the Christmas market with a big program!
In this video you can get an impression of the Christmas market:
8. Christmas market Frankfurt am Main
The Christmas market in Frankfurt am Main opens on November 26th, 2018 and closes on December 22nd, 2018. In downtown Frankfurt you can admire the huge Christmas tree with countless glittering lights as well as the many sales stands and stalls.
In addition to gingerbread, fried almonds, chestnuts and mulled wine, there is also a special Frankfurt specialty that you cannot miss: the Bethmännchen.
In addition to the Christmas market, special events are planned every day, such as the artists’ Christmas market, where you can admire special works of art and skilled crafts.
And the city bells, together with the tower blowing, are also one of the big highlights for young and old.
9. Munich Christmas Market
In Bavaria they still traditionally say Christkindlmarkt instead of Christmas market. This is also the case in the Bavarian capital Munich. It opens on November 26, 2018 and doesn’t close until Christmas Eve.
The Christmas market in Munich offers a considerable amount of arts and crafts with around 130 stalls.
The traditional Bavarian touch that can only be found in Bavaria is impressive in Munich.
The artfully handcrafted “Zwetschgenmandl” are made from dried fruit and nuts and are an absolute must when visiting the Munich Christmas market!
And the stately Christmas tree with 2,500 candles will amaze even the biggest Christmas person!
10. Dortmund Christmas Market
In the middle of North Rhine-Westphalia, Dortmund will once again delight visitors from near and far with many highlights from November 22nd, 2018 to December 30th, 2018!
So if you want to stroll around the Christmas market a bit after Christmas Eve, you can do so after the Christmas holidays.
There are 300 stands to discover! This makes the Dortmund Christmas market one of the largest in Germany.
The biggest highlight is probably the tallest Christmas tree in the world, at a whopping 45 meters! Must see!
The motifs on the mulled wine cups change every year – what we can look forward to this year remains to be seen!
You can find out more about the Dortmund Christmas market here:
These are the most beautiful Christmas markets in 2018! Of course, there are countless other beautiful Christmas markets that could be listed here! Which Christmas market is a must for you at Christmas time? Write it to us in the comments!
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