3Strasbourg, France
The Capital of Christmas in the continent’s oldest Christmas and a real treat for the senses. The quintessentially French destination is completely transformed with illuminations and a rhapsody of colors. Established in the late 16th century, the market continues its tradition of having a 300 chalet hamlet snaking through the old worldly streets spread across 11 sites throughout the heart of Strasbourg. You can lay your hands on everything Christmas from spiced bread to pastries to authentic Alsatian cuisine. The market on Place des Meuniers is especially noteworthy, as it is known for its local treats. Check out the iconic Chriskindelsmarik that is dipped in rich legacy and takes you down memory lane a few centuries back.
