9 of the world's  most famous Christmas markets

07 December 2025

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Vienna, Austria transforms into a winter fairytale with its Christkindlmarkt, with glittering lights and traditional crafts

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London, United Kingdom draws visitors to Hyde Park’s Winter Wonderland, with its ice rink and carnival atmosphere

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New York City, USA delights visitors at Bryant Park Winter Village with its boutique-style stalls and skating rink

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Cologne, Germany has multiple themed markets, especially the Cathedral Market situated against a Gothic backdrop

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Tallinn, Estonia has a medieval market in Town Hall Square, which is famed for its storybook setting and wool crafts

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Toronto, Canada invites crowds to the Distillery Winter Village with cobblestone streets and holiday installations

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Copenhagen, Denmark has the Tivoli Gardens’ Christmas market, illuminated by lights and old-world rides

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Nuremberg, Germany hosts the world-famous Christkindlesmarkt, known for its historic charm and iconic gingerbread

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Prague, Czech Republic has its Old Town Square market, known for hand-blown ornaments and festive choirs

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