Get Festive at German Christmas Markets

Just like any other European country, Germany has its way of celebrating Christmas. However, this country especially has huge festivals and incredibly impressive markets whose history dated back hundreds of years ago to celebrate the holiday. Therefore, if you want to come to Germany around Christmas time - December, get ready to have your heart filled with joy and charm from the festive atmosphere of this country.

The ChocolART Festival in Tuebingen, celebrated around December 3rd to 8th every year is one of the most famous festivals Christmas festivals in Germany. This festival is also the largest chocolate festival in this country, so it is perfect for those who have a sweet tooth. During the festival, visit the open-air market in the Old Town, which offers chocolate delicacies from around the world, and indulge in mouthwatering activities like chocolate-making classes, chocolate massages, tasting sessions, and chocolate art exhibitions. There are plenty of other festivals for you, so make some time for research after coming there! Besides festivals, there are tons of famous Christmas markets, such as Nuremberg Christkindlesmarkt, Munich Christmas Market, Leipzig Christmas Market, Striezelmarkt, and Cologne’s Cathedral Christmas Market, etc.

Interestingly enough, many Christmassy elements got their start in Germany, including Christmas trees, Carved nutcrackers, Nativity scenes, Christmas wreaths, Gingerbread cookies, Hot wine, and Leaving gifts in footwear.