Germany’s Christmas markets are legendary, and for good reason. Christmas markets are among many holiday traditions, like Christmas trees and Advent calendars, thought to have originated in Germany. The oldest known Christmas markets date back to the 15th century in Germany — and today, holiday markets modeled after the German version pop up each winter across Europe and even in some U.S. cities. Between the twinkling lights, festive music, handicraft stalls stretching on for miles and mug after steaming mug of gluhwein (mulled wine), you can’t beat the festive atmosphere in one of these German gems.
But with many cities offering dozens of different markets, how can you possibly choose? In my opinion, it’s hard to go wrong anywhere in Germany, but some markets are better than others for certain types of travelers.
Here are my top recommendations to experience the magic of Germany’s Christmas markets.
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