Experience Europe's Christmas Markets

These festive traditions are #SoVirtuoso

The Christmas Market Experience

During the holiday season, Europe's town squares come alive with the enchantment of Christmas markets. Bathed in twinkling lights and accompanied by the melodies of festive tunes, these markets, with roots in medieval Germany, offer hand-crafted ornaments and delightful local delicacies.

Originally a means for townspeople to gather winter supplies, by the mid-1400s these gatherings evolved to celebrate the Christmas spirit and mark the advent season. Today, these historic traditions continue to captivate visitors and locals alike, promising a magical experience.

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Christmas in Brussels

From sparkling lights shows to traditional markets, Brussels is a Christmas wonderland.

Christmas in Budapest

Ice skating, Christmas markets and twinkle lights on trams, experience the holiday season in Hungary’s capital city with this timelapse footage.

Christmas Markets in Cologne

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