The appearance of Christmas markets heralds the start of the holiday season throughout Europe. Cities are transformed into winter wonderlands and choosing the best is challenging because every city has something unique to offer! 

But you can’t go wrong with spending Christmas in one of these amazing places: 

• Basel, Switzerland – Basel’s traditional Christmas Market, with its own ambience, has a long history as Switzerland’s most attractive and biggest holiday destination. 
• Prague, Chechia – one of the most active and fascinating cities in Central Europe, has both contemporary and traditional Christmas markets. 
• Tallin, Estonia – regarded as one of the greatest in Europe, is a gorgeous spectacle nestled in the centre of its lovely, mediaeval town, where roofs and pavers are covered with snow. 
• Metz, France – Metz’s Christmas market has been named one of the best in Europe for the previous ten years and is regarded as one of the most beautiful in France. 
• Cologne, Germany – during the festive season, Cologne transforms into a stunning winter paradise, offering some of Europe’s greatest Christmas markets! 
• Paris night market, France – there are numerous unique Christmas markets in Paris, including the Paris Night Market, which emphasises ethical consumerism and local artisans. 
• Dresden, Germany – one of Germany’s most beautiful cities is home to Europe’s first Christmas market.