The Christmas markets in Europe

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Christmas Markets in Europe

• The festive holiday season is one of the best
  times of year to enjoy a river cruise and a
  charming shopping excursion

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Christmas in Europe
For centuries, merchants from various countries
have celebrated the holiday season by hosting
special Christmas markets in the streets of the
great European cities. Locals and tourists alike
gather together for these festively decorated
markets to share in the merriment, purchase
one-of-a-kind and savor delicious seasonal fare.
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Germany
Germany is home to the earliest examples of
Christmas markets, and visitors from all over the
world have enjoyed these delightful
Christkindlmarkts for centuries. From Berlin to
Nuremburg to Frankfurt, the lively German markets
offer an authentic taste of Christmas markets in
Europe.
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Along the Rhine
Christmas market cruises on the Rhine river are
especially enchanting. The majestic cities along
this ancient waterway are perfect stops for a
European Christmas shopping tour.
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Strasbourg
One of the must-see stops on your Rhine River
tour is the beautiful city of Strasbourg. Nestled
gracefully on the French side of the river,
Strasbourg is well known for having the one
oldest Christmas market in Europe.
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Along the Danube
At over 1700 miles long, stretching from Germany
to the Black Sea, the Danube River is Europes
longest. With so many awe-inspiring cities to
visit, the Danube is also the perfect locale for
a Christmas river cruise. Whether youre
celebrating with a glass of punsch in Vienna or
dancing the night away in Budapest, the beauty of
the Danube will capture your heart and give you
the most memorable Christmas of your life.
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Budapest
The Budapest Christmas market, located in
Vorosmarty Square, is filled with traditional
Hungarian food and cultural festivities. It is a
stop on the Danube you wont soon forget.
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Vienna
The Christmas market scene in Vienna is so
vibrant and popular that it has spread to
multiple locations throughout the city. You can
indulge with some warm, fragrant chestnuts while
gazing at centuries-old architecture and browsing
the many stalls filled with colorful trinkets and
crafts.
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Across the Continent
Since the completion of the Main-Danube Canal in
1992, European river cruises have become better
than ever. You can now travel from Budapest to
Amsterdam in a luxurious river ship. Experience
the old world charm of Europes Christmas markets
on a delightful river cruise.