7 Best Christmas Markets To Visit In Belgium

Written By: Gail Clifford | Published By: Travel Awaits |  Oct. 31, 2021

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Ask Americans what a European Christmas Market is, and they’ll likely look at you in confusion. Different than a craft fair? More than a carnival? Some excuse to drink in the dark of winter? The answer is yes and no.

Christmas markets are street fairs traditionally held in the town square during the 4 weeks of Advent leading to Christmas. They likely stemmed from Vienna’s “December market” dating from 1298. Munich held the first actual “Christmas Market” in 1310. The markets offer food, drinks, and seasonal items for purchase from open-air “chalets” amid traditional singing and dancing.