🎄 BUDAPEST CHRISTMAS MARKETS 🎅 • HUNGARY 🇭🇺 • 2024 • 4K

CHRISTMAS MARKETS
BUDAPEST, HUNGARY 🇭🇺
December 2024.

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What makes many of the Christmas markets really enticing and outstanding in Budapest is that there is a real focus on trying to preserve authentic Hungarian folk art, traditions and offer really good quality handcrafts rather than commercialised kitchy Christmas gifts.

So the Xmas fairs in Budapest are more about buying little hand made gifts, drinking mulled wines, nibbling Hungarian pastries (like the chimney shaped cylindrical ‘Kurtos kalacs’), eating traditional street foods (sausages, snacks, a roast chestnut, etc.), and having fun by meeting, mingling, chatting and listening to the nice Christmas concerts on the stages of the markets.

The most beautiful, oldest and internationally acclaimed Budapest Christmas fair is the Christmas Market on Vorosmarty Square in the heart of the city (since 1998). Step into a winter wonderland at Vörösmarty Square, where Budapest’s Christmas Market transforms into a magical hub of holiday cheer. Unlike any other, it boasts authentic Hungarian artisans showcasing handmade treasures, from intricate ceramics to festive decor. The air is rich with the aroma of chimney cakes and mulled wine, while the square glows with thousands of lights. Live folk performances and seasonal concerts add a cultural flair, making this market a perfect blend of tradition and modern festivities. It’s Budapest’s holiday spirit at its most authentic!

On the other hand, you will find beautiful quality handcrafts, and special Hungarian Delicacies (e.g Chimney Cake) at the Budapest Basilica Christmas Fair. The Christmas Fair at St. Stephen’s Basilica is a captivating celebration of the holiday spirit, set against the backdrop of one of Budapest’s most iconic landmarks. Running from mid-November to early January, this market combines tradition with modern festivity. Visitors are enchanted by its breathtaking light projections, including 3D shows, and a family-friendly ice rink at its heart. Stalls brimming with handcrafted gifts, Hungarian delicacies, and mulled wine line the square. With its vibrant performances and festive atmosphere, it’s a must-visit for an unforgettable Christmas experience.