When winter sweeps across the Northern Hemisphere, cities around the world light up with festive warmth and wonder. From snow-dusted cathedrals to lantern-lined markets, the spirit of Christmas turns streets into storybooks and plazas into playgrounds of light. Whether you’re sipping mulled wine in Europe or strolling under illuminated trees in Asia, these destinations promise to rekindle the childlike joy of the holiday season.
STRASBOURG, FRANCE
November 26 – December 24, 2025
Dating back to 1570 and dazzling millions each year, the market at Place Kléber is the twinkling heart of the Capital of Christmas. Wooden chalets overflow with handmade treasures and fresh-baked Bredele cookies as the spiced scent of mulled wine fills the chilly air.
Explore: noel.strasbourg.eu
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DRESDEN, GERMANY
November 26 – December 24, 2025
Proudly holding the honor of being the world’s first documented Christmas market is Striezelmarkt, which began in 1434. Glowing against Dresden’s Baroque splendor, its eleven distinct markets include traditional crafts at Frauenkirche church and medieval festivities at the Stallhof, a courtyard within Dresden Castle.
Explore: striezelmarkt.dresden.de
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LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM
November 9, 2025 – January 2, 2026
Since 1947, Norway’s annual gift to the British people – a colossal Christmas tree expressing gratitude for their support during the Second World War – has lit up London’s Trafalgar Square. Around this giant and glowing centerpiece, market stalls offer warming treats and unique gifts.
Explore: visitlondon.com
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COPENHAGEN, DENMARK
November 4 – December 21, 2025
Højbro Plads, a square in the heart of Denmark’s capital, becomes a sea of twinkling lights and stalls selling festive treats and Danish crafts. Here you can lap up the “hygge” – the mood of warmth and coziness – that makes Christmas in Copenhagen utterly enchanting.
