European Christmas Markets are just absolutely *delightful*. The fragrant scent of mulled wine lingers in the air, Christmas ...

The spirit of Christmas comes alive in Vienna through its markets, where the warmth of good food rivals the city’s lights. Beneath strings of golden bulbs, visitors share steaming mugs of punch paired ...

No city has defined the Christmas market tradition quite like Vienna, where age-old customs still set the tone for one of Europe’s busiest holiday seasons. With over 20 official Advent fairs scattered ...

My first visit to Vienna took place when I was a college student living in Paris many moons ago. It was the Christmas season, and the landscape en route to Austria was blanketed in snow as our train ...

Christmas markets are a beloved tradition in many countries. They offer festive celebrations and an array of unique gifts and treats. Whether sipping mulled wine, browsing handcrafted ornaments, or ...

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The magic of Viennese markets Vienna’s Christmas markets date back to 1296, when Duke Albrecht I granted the city permission to hold its first winter fair, the Krippenmarkt. That small gathering grew ...