Christmas Markets in Europe Infographic

The Christmas season is the best time to rediscover the most popular European capitals in an entirely new way. Most of them have beautiful Christmas markets located in the centre in addition to the colourful bright lights decorating the streets at night. Let us take you to a new and fascinating world that will show you an unknown side of Christmas! Thanks to our partnerships with international and local suppliers, we are able to offer more than 24,000 pick-up locations in 150 countries. Whether you are visiting an European country or a different continent, you will definitely find the perfect car category for your needs. Celebrate and enjoy this Christmas as you never did before with a car hire in Europe!

Copenhagen, Danmark

Tivoli Gardens
To celebrate Christmas in the Tivoli pleasure garden is a true classic amongst the Copenhageners. The highlight of the market is the annual Fireworks Festival held between Christmas Eve and New Year, where you can admire an explosion of light and colour above the garden.

Vienna, Austria

Christkindlmarkt
Set up in front of the city hall, this Christmas market stands out for having a large selection of activities for all ages. Christmas biscuit baking and candle making are some options for children, while adults can enjoy the different choir performances free of charge every weekend.

Prague, Czech Republic

Old Town Square Market and Wenceslas Square
Spread out across the old town, this charming Christmas market illuminates the city with its thousands of lights. The brightly decorated christmas tree in the Old Town square is the market's most important symbol. December is the best time to try the delicious tredelnik; a typical sweet pastery topped with sugar and walnut mix.

London, England

Hyde Park
The famous Hyde Park hosts a fantastic Christmas market, where visitors can buy unique gifts or savour a warm drink. Entrance is free. The park also offers a circus, a giant Ferris Wheel and the biggest ice skating rink in London. Let yourself be astonished by the magical Ice Kingdom attraction!

Zurich, Switzerland

Zurich Christmas Market
The Zurich main railway station turn into a giant Christmas market with more than 160 stalls. It is the largest covered Christmas market in Europe. The christmas tree, 15 metres tall, is decorated with crystals from Swarovski.

Nuremberg, Germany

Christkindlesmarkt
Known as the first and original Christmas market in Germany, the Nuremberg Christkindlesmarkt is one of the largest in the country with more than two million visitors from all over the world. Apart from the traditional Christmas shopping, it is customary to try a cup of gluhwein (warm mulled wine) with the original Nuremberg wurstl (typical sausages of the city).

Rome, Italy

Piazza Navona
This is the most famous Christmas market in Italy. In the centre of the market you will see the figure of Belfana: a witch who delivers gifts to children throughout Italy in the night of January 5. You will also find Belfana dolls to buy in the stands of the market.

Brussels, Belgium

Winter Wonders - Plaisirs D'Hiver
More than 250 stalls occupy the Grand-Place square in the centre of Brussels. In addition to the ice skating rink, you will be entertained by an amazing variety of performances and activities, including concerts and musical parades, as well as street performers and religious processions.

Strasbourg, France

Christkindelmärik
This Christmas market is the oldest one in France and has been held around the Strasbourg Cathedral since 1570. Besides the warm mulled wine and spices, you should also try the magnificent Alsatian biscuits and cakes, based on Germanic culinary traditions.

Gothenburg, Sweden

Lieberg Christmas Market
Held in Gothenburg's amusement park, this is the largest Christmas Market in Sweden. The market presents a great opportunity for children and parents to do some Christmas shopping together and offers Swedish food and delicatessen for the Christmas season.