The festive season is approaching and many people are looking forward to the Christmas markets that take place to a greater or lesser extent in cities across Europe. If you are choosing which to visit, the website brought an overview of the most interesting Christmas markets. According to the British daily, some destinations are really good value.
In Bratislava this year, the atmosphere of the Old Town Christmas markets on Hviezdoslav Square will once again shine. They will last from November 27, 2025 to January 6, 2026. In Košice, the gates of the Christmas markets open on the first day of December and last until New Year’s Eve.
This underrated Polish city is an easy and affordable escape from everyday life. You can find the cheapest accommodation from €53.50 for two people and entry to the markets is free. A punch costs 3.5 euros and the markets are known for their pretty stalls, handmade decorations and traditional food. According to Eurochange’s Laura Evans-Fisk, the market is in Wroclaw “one of the best in Europe if you’re looking for a truly authentic experience at a reasonable price.”
Austria is one of the popular winter destinations and Innsbruck is no exception. Stalls with regional delicacies, illuminated medieval streets and Christmas carols make the city an ideal place for a holiday trip.
Sibiu is the second cheapest Christmas destination in Europe. You can buy a punch here for 1 euro. This most popular Romanian Christmas market, known as “The Fair in Sibiu”, takes place from November 14, 2025 to January 4, 2026 and is popular with locals.
Tallinn attracts with a fairy-tale atmosphere and a historic Christmas tree on the Town Hall Square, which has been standing here since 1441 and is the first displayed Christmas tree in Europe. Prices are low here – for you can give a punch from €1 to €2.
Zagreb is better known as a summer destination, but during Christmas it shines with its spectacular market, music and art program and the impressive skating rink in King Tomislav Square.
Strasbourg combines French and German Christmas traditions. The Christkindelsmärik market is the oldest in France, operating for four centuries and the city is known as the “Christmas capital of France”, that is prices are a bit higher here. Here you can taste traditional Alsatian specialties such as bredele (Christmas cookies) or berawecka (fruit Christmas cake).
