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Germany Market News
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The history of Christmas markets in Germany dates back to the late middle ages and originates from the German speaking part of Europe. In Germany, the Dresden Christmas market - first held in 1434 is often (incorrectly) said to be the oldest Christmas market. It attracts between 1.5 and 2 million visitors a year and has over 60 stalls. It is now thought that Dresden is probably not the oldest German Christmas Market, as at that time this city was only a small town in 1434 and other larger cities would have held a German Christmas market. An example of this is Bautzen market, (in Saxony)which was first mentioned in records in 1384 as one of the first German Christmas Markets.
In many towns in Germany the Christian festival of Advent often coincides with the opening of the Christmas market or "Weihnachtsmarkt". In Southern Germany it is also sometimes referred to as a "Christkindel markt", literally meaning "Christ child market". More often than not taking place on the town square, the market sells food and drink from stalls with other seasonal items and traditional singing and dancing.
Popular attractions at most Xmas markets in Germany include a nativity scene not to mention Glühwein, a warm mulled wine (sometimes administered with a shot of brandy), or Eierpunsch (an eggy warm alcoholic drink). Both are excellent antidotes to the cold winter air which often falls below freezing. In most German Xmas Markets the stallholders sell handmade items, toys, books, Christmas tree decorations and ornaments.
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The Christmas Market in Augsburg is locally known as the Christkindlesmarkt. Augsburg Christmas Markets hosts around 135 booths selling a huge selection of handicrafts and Christmas food, wine and delicacies. Low cost flights are availbale to Augsburg Xmas Market.
Open From 23 Nov 09 to 24 Dec 09
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There are around 50 Christmas Markets in Berlin. The really popular Berlin Christmas Market is centrally situated. A real effort is made to maintain the quality of products sold at the Xmas Markets in Berlin. Low cost flight options available through Air Berlin.
Open From 23 Nov 09 to 31 Dec 09
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The Bernkastel Christmas Market is one of the most popular on the River Mosel. Some visitors to the Christmas Market in Bernkastel will cruise the Rhine. The majority will fly or travel overland to the Xmas Market in Bernkastel.
Open From 21 Nov 09 to 20 Dec 09
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Bremen Christmas Market is very easy to fly to and is the closest of all Germany's Christmas Markets, The Tourist Board who host the Christmas Market in Bremen are totally committed to ensuring that your visit to the Bremen Xmas Market is an unforgettable experience.
Open From 26 Nov 09 to 23 Dec 09
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Visiting a Christmas Market in Cologne is a memorable experience. The 6 Cologne Christmas Markets attract 2 million visitors. Whether you visit the Cologne Xmas Market by the cathedral or on the Alter Markt you are certain to be impressed.
Open From 27 Nov 09 to 23 Dec 09
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The Christmas Market is just part of the Europa-Park Magic Moments Advent and Christmas celebrations. It's a unique setting for an Xmas market and it's Christmassy atmosphere provides an unforgettable experience for all ages.
Open From 28 Nov 09 to 03 Jan 10
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The world famous Nuremberg Christmas Market attracts visitors from around the globe. The Christmas Market in Nuremberg dates back over 400 years. Visitors will find the charm of the Nuremberg Xmas Market compelling and irresistible.
Awaiting 09 Market Dates
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