Celebrate Christmas in Europe

Dreamy Bruges in Belgium

Bruges is known as the "Venice of the North" because of the dreamy canals that crisscross the city, the gingerbread-like buildings, and the fairy-tale-like horse-drawn carriages that stroll along the medieval cobblestone streets. During Christmas, Bruges' main square, Grote Markt, puts on a more brilliant coat, transforming itself into a lavish and magical kingdom filled with sparkling lights. Coming to Bruges during Christmas, European tourists will enjoy the fairy-tale-like ski slope and the pretty wooden houses filled with souvenirs and Belgian chocolate.

Prague, the capital of the Czech Republic

Winter in Prague is very cold and dry but that does not affect its appeal. Elegant Prague still attracts tourists and becomes an ideal destination for European tourists at Christmas. When coming to the Czech Republic in winter, visitors will be very impressed by the scenery of castles and buildings in the typical Gothic architecture covered with white snow, on the ground are cobblestone streets of the old town creating a ghostly feeling like going back to the past. The Prague Christmas Market is one of the famous and unique places that visitors should not miss. You can experience and explore the traditions, unique cultural values ​​and cuisine of this land located in the center of Europe. In the churches and halls of the city, there are also many wonderful ceremonies that European tourists can participate in. If it is too cold, you can have a glass of wine to warm your body. If the weather isn't too bad, visitors can take a spin around the ice rink or go shopping for unique Christmas items.

Road of light in Gothenburg, Sweden

During Christmas, the city of Gothenburg hangs about 5 million lights to decorate the buildings and over 700 Christmas trees in the Christmas market in Liseberg Park, the largest in Scandinavia. In particular, European tourists choosing Gothenburg as their destination during this time also have the opportunity to admire the approximately 3km long Light Road extending to the port. The melodious tunes resounding with the unique scenery will surely captivate every visitor at first sight.

There is a nostalgic Tallinn in Estonia

Tallinn is considered the city of the first public Christmas tree, which was put up in Town Hall Square in 1441. In addition, this city is also famous for marzipan, it is so famous that it has its own museum about this type of cake - Kalev Marzipan Museum. Today, visitors to Tallinn can also make their own sweet and colorful figurine right at this museum. Tallinn still retains its ancient history of 800 years of civilization from the Middle Ages to the present, and is recognized by UNESCO as a World Cultural Heritage. European tourists coming to Tallinn during the festival will have the opportunity to enjoy traditional food and exquisite handicrafts made by skilled artisans using ancient methods.

A Long Christmas with Edinburgh, Scotland

Edinburgh locals love Christmas so much that they spend up to 6 weeks on various entertainment activities during the holiday. There are many Christmas markets in Edinburgh operating during this time, attracting millions of European tourists to visit. Visitors can freely admire the colorful Christmas shops, or participate in many local events, vibrant street performances held on Christmas. Or simply spend time finding exquisite handicrafts as souvenirs for yourself and enjoying the typical dishes here.

Thu Trang