From festive markets to new cultural experiences, find out why Americans are leaving behind their local traditions to celebrate this iconic holiday in Europe.

Europe’s best Christmas markets spotlight artisans, from candlemakers in Helsinki to jewellery designers of Košice. View on euronews

Cities across Europe hold Christmas Markets every year - with tens of millions of people descending on city centres across the continent. However, perhaps nowhere takes it more seriously than Cologne, with the German city's Christmas attractions bringing more than four million visitors into the city in the run up to December 25.

With Christmas right around the corner, it can be easy to fall into daydreams about a winter vacation straight out of the movies: one with perfect snowy weather, hot chocolate and cider stands, rows of conifer trees,

With carols playing in the background, families gather to find the best Christmas markets in Europe in 2024. Enrich your itinerary here.

You don't have to get on a plane in order to enjoy a little taste of Christmas in Europe. These enchanting European-style Christmas markets near Toronto will whisk you away to another world. Boasting cobblestone streets,

Wisconsin communities bring cozy drinks and European arts and crafts to outdoor Christmas markets this holiday season.

Want a fun Christmas activity you can enjoy no matter where you live? Try these festive Christmas markets found all across the country.