More than 300 wooden stalls fill the historic centre around Strasbourg’s cathedral and Place Kléber, offering Alsatian specialties, handcrafted gifts and mulled wine. Photo: Shutterstock
Looking for a magical December getaway? The Greater Region is home to some of the most charming Christmas markets--all within a few hours’ drive or train ride from Luxembourg. Here are the top destinations to explore this winter.
Luxembourg City: Winterlights
From late November, Luxembourg City transforms into a winter wonderland with Winterlights. Wander through the Place d’Armes, Place de la Constitution and Place de Paris, where glowing wooden chalets, festive music and the scent of pastries, mulled wine and crispy Gromperekichelcher fill the air.
Wander through the Place d’Armes, Place de la Constitution and Place de Paris, where glowing wooden chalets, festive music and the scent of pastries, mulled wine and crispy Gromperekichelcher fill the air. Archive photo: Maison Moderne
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Wander through the Place d’Armes, Place de la Constitution and Place de Paris, where glowing wooden chalets, festive music and the scent of pastries, mulled wine and crispy Gromperekichelcher fill the air. Archive photo: Maison Moderne
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Wander through the Place d’Armes, Place de la Constitution and Place de Paris, where glowing wooden chalets, festive music and the scent of pastries, mulled wine and crispy Gromperekichelcher fill the air. Archive photo: Maison Moderne
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Wander through the Place d’Armes, Place de la Constitution and Place de Paris, where glowing wooden chalets, festive music and the scent of pastries, mulled wine and crispy Gromperekichelcher fill the air. Photo: Matic Zorman/Archives
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Strasbourg, France
Known as the “capital of Christmas,” Strasbourg hosts one of Europe’s oldest and largest markets. More than 300 wooden stalls fill the historic centre around the cathedral and Place Kléber, offering Alsatian specialties, handcrafted gifts and mulled wine. With its giant Christmas tree and festive lights, the city is a must-visit destination in Christmas.
More than 300 wooden stalls fill the historic centre around the cathedral and Place Kléber, offering Alsatian specialties, handcrafted gifts and mulled wine. Photo: Shutterstock
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More than 300 wooden stalls fill the historic centre around the cathedral and Place Kléber, offering Alsatian specialties, handcrafted gifts and mulled wine. Photo: Shutterstock
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More than 300 wooden stalls fill the historic centre around the cathedral and Place Kléber, offering Alsatian specialties, handcrafted gifts and mulled wine. Photo: Shutterstock
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More than 300 wooden stalls fill the historic centre around the cathedral and Place Kléber, offering Alsatian specialties, handcrafted gifts and mulled wine. Photo: Shutterstock
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Trier, Germany
Just an hour from Luxembourg, Trier’s Christmas market takes place in the Hauptmarkt and in front of the cathedral. The medieval backdrop, warm Glühwein, gingerbread and handcrafted decorations create a cosy, traditional atmosphere that draws visitors year after year.
Trier’s Christmas market takes place in the Hauptmarkt and in front of the cathedral. Photo: Shutterstock
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Trier’s Christmas market takes place in the Hauptmarkt and in front of the cathedral. Photo: Shutterstock
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Cochem, Germany
Set along the Moselle River, Cochem offers a smaller, more intimate Christmas market at the foot of its hilltop castle. Expect rustic wooden stalls, festive music and beautiful views of cobbled streets and old façades. It’s a perfect escape if you’re looking for something peaceful and picturesque.
Cochem offers a smaller, more intimate Christmas market at the foot of its hilltop castle. Photo: Shutterstock
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Cochem offers a smaller, more intimate Christmas market at the foot of its hilltop castle. Photo: Shutterstock
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Cochem offers a smaller, more intimate Christmas market at the foot of its hilltop castle. Photo: Shutterstock
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Colmar, France and nearby villages
Colmar’s fairytale charm comes alive at Christmas, with themed markets tucked into its cobbled pedestrian old town. Twinkling lights, half-timbered houses and the scent of local treats fill the air. Nearby villages like Eguisheim, Riquewihr and Kaysersberg extend the magic, with each town offering its own enchanting festive touch.
The town of Colmar at Christmastime. Photo: Shutterstock
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The Alsatian town of Eguisheim offers a charming Christmas market. Photo: Shutterstock
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Festive Christmas decorations in the village of Riquewihr. Photo: Shutterstock
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The town of Kaysersberg at Christmastime. Photo: Shutterstock
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