Visit the Best Copenhagen Christmas Markets (Julemarkeder)

The best Christmas markets (Julemarkeder) in Copenhagen complement the beautifully decorated shop windows in Denmark during the hygge advent period -- in 2024, many markets will open in early November.

The best Christmas markets (Julemarkeder) in Copenhagen complement the beautifully decorated shop windows in Denmark during the hygge advent period — in 2025, many markets will open in early November. The Julemarked on Højbro Plads is Copenhagen’s best Christmas market to visit but the Hans Christian Andersen Christmas Market at Nytorv and the Julemarked on … Read more

How to Visit Christmas Markets in Germany (Weihnachtsmärkte)

German Sausages at Christmas Market

Christmas markets (Weihnachtsmärkte), Glühwein, sausages, Lebkuchen biscuits, potato cakes, sweets, wooden toys, and music are the highlights of the Advent holiday season in Germany. In 2025, traditional German Christmas markets open on November 28, although many will open earlier. German Christmas markets (Weihnachtsmärkte) are outdoor winter markets held in the Advent period leading up to … Read more

Driving by Car from the UK to Christmas Markets in Germany

The best Christmas markets (Weihnachstsmärkte / Christkindlesmarkt) to visit in Germany include Nuremberg, Dresden, Berlin, Frankfurt, Munich, Lübeck, Rothenburg, Cologne, and Dortmund.

Driving by car from England (UK) to Christmas markets (Weihnachtsmärkte) in western Germany is easy, especially for travelers living near Britain’s car ferry ports such as Dover, Harwich, Hull, and Newcastle. Christmas markets in Germany are easily reached by car from the British Isles. Driving from the UK through France, Belgium, or the Netherlands to … Read more