The Don'ts of Visiting Christmas Markets

Christmas Markets throughout Europe are one of the best parts of visiting Europe in winter. Whether you are visiting the numerous Weihnachtsmarkten in Germany or the Christmas markets in France or Austria there are a few things you should know so you can get the most out of your holiday visit to the Christmas Markets. From the food, to the Pfand, to the shops, and the timing, Christmas markets are great, but here are a few things tourists should not do at the Christmas Markets in Europe.
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[GingerGingie]

That moment when a local German talks to him and he slips into speaking perfect German.. Love! This family is the best guide to travel, truly! Also if you're near Stuttgart, check out the Esslingen Christmas Market; it's combined with their midieval festival and it's really fun. We finally made it there this year and it was amazing, our kids loved it too!

[neosmith]

When that German lady suddenly greeted him, that was gold!

[m.hoffman]

first: never go on saturday evening, it will be crowded as hell

[lucia]

Aww that lady that went up to you was so cute

[sniperwolfi-]

warning: it´s super easy to underestimate glühwein. all the spices and the sugar makes it easy to go overboard, so drink slowly, even if it warms your stomach quite well.

[Munichmarty]

That's why we got Pfand because tourists kept the cups as souvenir. 😁 Augsburg got a very nice Xmas market.

[MaxMustermann-goxf]

I don't think you're supposed to eat the ginger bread hearts, they're just gifts. I remember my grandma had one of those hanging in the kitchen and it was about 50 years old...

[bluebell]

That was such perfect timing when he talked about how the locals will be in a good mood and you can get to know them, and this lady interrupted him saying 'Should we annoy you a little?' So sweet :-)


Luebeck in Christmas season is also quite nice but in general these Christmas markets are sometimes increadibly crowded in the evening especially on the weekend.

[bh]

We went to Germany (Munich) for our honeymoon last December. We rented a car and drove all over Bavaria for a week and our favourite christmas markets were in Ulm and Rothenburg ob der tauber! The small town Christmas markets are AWESOME!

[marinazagrai]

A note to add, is that almost anywhere in Germany (can't speak of other countries), seating at the tables is usually shared with others (whom you may not know); having a table privately, if there's two people is not done (I did travel in Germany, and that was customary in the 80's). It's also a nice way to meet other people.

[beachgirl]

Took a tour of Christmas Markets in Germany & Austria several years ago. Loved it! One of my favorite trips. My collection of mugs are on display in my curio cabinet.

[Anna-tzcj]

As someone who worked at those markets, you should also not got too early in the day. A lot of stalls will sell you yesterdays dry leftovers for the same price.

[NicoleGlass]

I miss the Christmas markets in Germany! My parents live in Garmisch-Partenkirchen and it's the perfect place to be during the holidays. Really gets you feeling festive. Great video!

[eileendoran]

You lucky fellow! I absolutely love the Christmas Markets all over Europe but most especially in Germany. You can catch some still open in Berlin after Christmas Day. It's a magical time and an experience not to be missed.

[marksmadhousemetaphysicalm]

1st Sunday in Advent...as it should be...😊

[detlef]

I grew up in Dinkelsbuehl. One of my favorite memories would be to take the Schienenbus from Dinkelsbuehl to Dombuehl, then a BIG V200 Diesel to Nuernberg for the Weihnachtsmarket … Loved growing up in Germany

[themagdalenehealer]

I lived in Germany for several years and your advice is spot-on.
Thank you!

[stevebartley]

Don’t keep your wallet in your back pocket

[VermilionStudios]

I always choose to keep the cup, they're lovely souvenirs.

[lavayuki]

I haven't been to one in Germany, but loved the one I went to in Vienna in Austria and Bath in England. I went to one in London just a while back and it was super packed, but I'd went at the worst time to be in central London... a Saturday evening. Dublin in Ireland had a nice one, it was really small compared to other European ones but it was less crowded and the atmosphere in the city around Christmas is really nice with all the Buskers playing music