Christmas is coming and it's that time of the traditional Christmas markets, but every year it becomes difficult to choose which one to see.
If initially the Christmas markets were typical of Germany, now they have become a must also in Italy,
Austria, Hungary, Estonia, France, Sweden and Lithuania. But which are the markets to not absolutely miss? Let's see them!
CHRISTMAS MARKETS IN COLOGNE
See this market at least once in a lifetime is a must, especially the Neumarkt, the oldest of the city, near the Duomo.
Here you can find the typical cookies of the Christmas period, dome-shaped. If you know how to say it, try to pronounce "Kolner Spekulatius", it's their name!
Where to sleep in Cologne
A tip if you need a place to sleep: the hostel of the chain A&O Köln Neumarkt, a few minutes from the market.
CHRISTMAS MARKETS OF VIENNA
Vienna is covered in markets, you are spoiled for choice, but for sure you can not miss the one of the Schönbrunn Palace and the one of Rathausplatz.
If you want to deepen, we have an article dedicated to the Christmas markets of Vienna right here.
Where to stay in Vienna
The Hostel that we suggest you is the Vienna City Hostel, especially convenient for its location close to the station and for its rates.
BUDAPEST CHRISTMAS MARKETS
In Vörösmarty Square you can find many stalls with crafts, typical of the Christmas period. From objects to typical dishes, such as langos, a sort of giant pancake, stuffed as you like.
Read also: what to see in Budapest
Where to stay in Budapest
We recommend the Hostel One Budapest, very cute and in an excellent location, only 13 minutes by subway from the Christmas markets.
CHRISTMAS MARKETS IN NAPLES
Naples is the city par excellence where to celebrate Christmas with its street entirely dedicated to the cribs, the holiday spirit that characterizes its inhabitants and the high calories desserts that it's impossible to say no. Then the appointment is in San Gregorio Armeno!
Read also: what to see in Naples in a weekend
Where to stay in Naples
To visit Spaccanapoli and the way of the cribs, the best place to stay is the 6 Small Rooms. It offers both private rooms and dormitory.
CHRISTMAS MARKETS OF TALLINN
Tallinn also has its own market, specifically since 2001. If, however, you'll visit these Christmas markets, remember to dress well because the degrees here sometime arrive at 5 Fahrenheit degrees.
In the central square, where there is the town hall and one of the oldest pharmacies in Europe, you can get lost among the many houses. Taste the hot wine, desserts, but if you really want to try something typical, try the elk meat.
For a complete trip, then, read here on what to see in Tallinn.
Where to sleep in Tallinn
For your trip to Tallinn in the name of the Christmas markets suggest the United Backpackers Hostel, which rooms are all themed, you'll sleep in Sweden, Australia or wherever you want!
