16/10/2026
We've been talking about which European Christmas markets we'd actually choose for ourselves, and there are a couple that really stand out.
Budapest would be a strong contender for us. We've visited before, although not at Christmas, and it's a city we'd love to go back to. We think it's a great choice if, like us, you enjoy getting out and exploring a city rather than spending the whole trip in one place. Add in the Christmas markets and we reckon it would make a lovely few days away.
Strasbourg is another one we'd love to experience. Neither of us has been to its Christmas markets, but if we were planning a trip specifically for that traditional festive atmosphere, it's somewhere we'd be seriously considering.
And that's the thing with Christmas market breaks. Some people want to spend their days wandering around the stalls, while others want a proper city break with a bit of Christmas thrown in. We'd always want to know which sounds more like you before recommending somewhere.
There are nine destinations in our carousel, and we'd be happy to help you narrow them down. We can look at flights, hotels, location and how much time you'll have, so you can make the most of your few days away.
Have you visited any of these Christmas markets? We'd love to know which you'd recommend!
And if you're thinking about booking a festive getaway, send us a message and we'll help you find the right one.
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