Christmas Markets in Europe

Find the perfect accommodation to explore Europe's best Christmas Markets

Christmas Markets in EuropeThe crowds of shoppers which descend onto the streets and shopping centres of home can turn a magical time of year into a nightmare, but don't allow this year's Christmas shopping to dampen your spirits. The magnificent Christmas markets of Europe make shopping for Christmas a genuine pleasure, offering a range of beautifully crafted gifts and opportunities to pause for a glass of mulled wine, meaning you can shop in your own style, at your own pace.

Not only will taking a Christmas market holiday bring back the joy of Advent, but they are a great excuse to see some of Europe's finest cities at their best. Adorned in lights and decorations and with traditional music drifting through the air, there will never be a better time to see Europe's capitals. Luckily, as Christmas markets occur out of season, prices on both travel and accommodation are at their lowest, giving you more to spend whilst on your Christmas market holiday.



Top five Christmas Markets

View this property in PraguePrague Christmas Market
The ancient Czech capital hosts the Prague Christmas Market in the main square, and the early dusk means that for much of the afternoon, the city is lit by soft candle light with Czech festive music and the scent of traditional food filling the air.

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View this property in BrugesBruges Christmas Market
A Christmas market trip to Bruges is both close to home and yet seems a million miles away. A leisurely tour of the Christmas market can be followed by skating on the open air ice rink or a tour of the picturesque architecture in Bruges town.

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View this property in SalzburgSalzburg Christmas Market
A visit to the Salzburg Christmas market is a magical experience. Often covered in snow, the beautiful architecture of Mozart's birthplace is surrounded by stalls selling fine crafts, jewellery and wooden toys so you won't come back empty handed!

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View this property in BerlinBerlin Christmas Market
German Christmas markets are probably the most famous in the world, and Berlin Christmas market is the pick of them all. Consisting of more than 50 individual markets, meaning you will need to take a few days to do the full Christmas market tour.

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View this property in ViennaVienna Christmas Market
The Vienna Christmas Market is a delightful traditional affair, where roasted chestnuts and mulled wine stalls adorn the streets, and the parks are filled with decorated trees and couples strolling through the crisp evening air.

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Christmas market trips are not only great ways to explore Europe's finest cities off season, sampling the best regional seasonal treats, but you also get to return home with some exquisitely made, unique presents for your friends and family. The stalls which fill the Christmas markets are stocked with hand crafted wooden toys, delicate jewelry and fine food and drink from across Europe.

Many Christmas market tours are operated by package operators, which mean you are subject to inflexible itineraries, long coach journeys and marked up prices. Traveling independently, using private holiday accommodation, you can really get the most out of your Christmas market break, exploring the city at entirely your own pace, even touring a range of markets, making last minute decisions on where to shop, without any hassle.

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3 Bedroom detached villa,own drive. quiet location, a/c private pool
Turkey , Turkish Mediterranean Region , Antalya , Kalkan - Kas area
This spacious detached villa is set against the backdrop of the magnificent Taurus mountains giving it lovely views over Kalkan village. The villa has a light and airy feel accommodating 6 people over 3 floors.(A/C provided). Two double bedrooms ... [full details of property 424333]

Charming cottage on the banks of the river Dordogne, 5 min from Sarlat
France , Aquitaine , Dordogne , Perigord Noir , Domme
La Tabatière is a pretty stone cottage, totally self-contained and situated in private, landscaped gardens just a short walk from the village of Vitrac Port on the river Dordogne, 6km south of Sarlat. With spacious living area, fully equipped kitc... [full details of property 409132]

Sublime sea view, funky furnishings and great golf.
Spain , Andalucia , Malaga Province (Costa del Sol) , West Costa del Sol , Casares
Sit on the balcony, grab a cold beer or wine and enjoy the stunning view that overlooks the so inviting swimming pool & the sea just beyond. Serenity. Inside all the furniture is of the highest quality & contemporary cool. Ideally for four people,... [full details of property 72219]

Bastide Oleander, a beautiful stone house for 10 with heated swimming pool
France , Cote d'Azur - Provence , Var , Draguignan region , Lorgues
Bastide Oleander is a charming stone house, sympathetically restored, retaining original beams & fireplaces. It is beautifully decorated & furnished incorporating the Provençal style. Set between the coast & the mountains, the house faces south in... [full details of property 401521]

Magical Orlando Disney Family Villa
North America , USA , Florida , Disney / Orlando , Davenport Area , Watersong
'Silver Palms' is a gorgeous Mediterranean-style two-storey house on the Watersong development, designed with generous open living areas, elegant features, and flowing layouts for a truly exclusive feeling. Our custom-made home has a colorful exte... [full details of property 412027]

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