Still can’t believe what happened, my thoughts are with those who lost their lives and the city of Berlin.To look on the positive side Germany turns into a winter wonder land during the Christmas season.
Visiting Christmas markets in Berlin is something you must see when you visit the German capital in December. Every year there’s about 60 of them and each one is different. I used to live in Berlin and even though I visited most of them a few times already I couldn’t just not to go when I was stopping in town for a weekend before I went home for Christmas.
- Alexanderplatz Christmas Market
The first Christmas market I saw was located on the famous Alexanderplatz. This one is spread out with food, hot wine, beer and a big icerink in the main square. There is another one behind the behind big shopping center Alexa where you can find all of the crazy rides, fun houses, bumper cars and many other fun attractions.
- Winterwelt am Potsdamer Platz
The location is great, while a bit small you can find the giant rodelbahn here, which is big slide. It cost 1.50EUR. I like this market as its not as crowded as the other ones and they also play Christmas music very loud so together with the smell of food you can really feel the Christmas atmosphere.
- Weihnachtszauber at the Gendarmenmarkt
First information you need to know is that it’s the only Christmas market where you need to pay. But luckily it only costs 1EUR and the line goes very quickly. Its surrounded by Franzosischer Dom, Opera, and Deutscher Dom. Here you can get unique handmade products, see live shows on the small stage or have a cup of hot wine. It’s a very traditional market, called by some people the best Christmas market in Berlin.
- Berliner Weihnachtszeit at Roten Rathaus
Its located not so far from Alexanderplatz and has great view for the TV tower. You can take a ride on the massive Ferris wheel or take a spin skating on the large ice rink in the middle. It’s one of the most popular and oldest Christmas markets in Berlin.
Of course there is still another 56 Christmas markets that I haven’t visited this time but they are all are amazing and unique so if you haven’t seen them yet, you should try and plan a short trip to Berlin next year!
Wow – these markets all look equally amazing and fun! I’m impressed with how much Germany celebrates Christmas and goes all out. Happy Holidays from Canada!
Really beautiful pictures of the market and definitely looks appealing. It”s totally horrific what happened recently, but I wouldn’t let that put me off visiting.
Amazing photos! I’ve always wanted to visit Berlin and these pictures of the Christmas markets really puts me in the holiday spirit! Thanks for sharing 🙂
Christmas markets and other holiday go to places have been targets for terrorists. Saddened by what happened to Berlin. I hope they’d be able to bring back the festive spirit in such place.
Nice pics…..capturing the true spirit of Christmas. Really sad about what happened on Berlin with the truck accident.
You took some beautiful photos. Germany is one country that is near the top for my bucket list. Such a shame that such a horrible thing happened so close to the holidays though.
That market is epic. What happened there recently is heartbreaking to think of.
These Christmas markets have captured my imagination. I must visit these European Christmas markets someday. You’ve done a fantastic job capturing the feeling and atmosphere of the markets with your photos – well done!
These markets look amazing! They are so festive and atmospheric. Your photos have really captured the beauty! Well done.
Nothing else really screams “Christmas” like the markets in Germany. I had no idea there were so many of them though! Thank you for sharing the photos.
Beautiful picture! It is hard to believe for me that the Christmas markets are already over here!
Looks great and I can’t wait to go to Berlin and check it out ????
Great photos! They are all stunning to see. Experiencing how others celebrate their Christmas adds an excitement to our adventurous spirit. I have never experienced how to celebrate Christmas in other countries. Someday, I wish that I can experience the White Christmas.
I really love your photography. It is so festive. would love to visit Berlin during Christmas time xxx
I love this post! Great photos! I went to Berlin a few years ago, but in January, I wish I was there before Christmas! I would never let the terrorist attack stop me either. Thank you for sharing <3
Wow! They all look amazing! From the selection I would love to visit Winterwelt am Potsdamer Platz. I like the less crowded ones and 1.50€ for a ride is super cheap! How great are your photos too!! Makes me want some mulled wine and gingerbread 🙂
I’ve never been to Berlin but these pictures are giving me wanderlust!
I keep hearing amazing things about Berlin. I have already extended my visit there next year. Unfortunately I won’t be there at Christmas time to enjoy these markets, they look like so much fun.
Absolutely beautiful! I lived in Germany for a year and I hate that I never had the chance to visit Berlin.
Wow! The light and colors are stunning! The food looks delicious. What a great experience for you!
We’ve only been in Copenhagen’s Christmas Market but Berlin seems to have some great ones! And that won’t change even if some want to, Thanks for sharing.
Great list and photos. May this tradition continue! It almost makes the cold worthwhile.
Amazing pictures!! This looks like a lot of fun and such a beautiful place to visit. Thanks for sharing!
I was at one of them last year, but I honestly can’t remember which one! So awful what happened.
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This is the first year I’ve really looked into Christmas markets and I truly am impressed! Every single one looks so intricate and detailed, Berlin being no different. The history here is harrowing of course though.
My husband also love christmas markets in Berlin. When we visiting Berlin before christmas, he always trying to find local farmers market, for getting cheese, and funny music in mornings from farmers:)
Great photos!
Sorry for those who lost their lives there, but it wont make me stop wanting to visit there in the future. Your great photos encouraged me more in spending Christmas there! Thank you!
Amen! I think of all the food I can eat while feasting my eye with all the goodies. I think Christmas markets in Europe are way better than in Asia. A friend of mine spent a week in Berlin and she told me about the food, yes, I love sausages and beer!
The magic of the Berlin Christmas Markets is done justice by your photos. Thank you for sharing such beautiful pictures in spite of a horrific tragedy. Praying for the lives lost and that this gorgeous Christmas tradition is not tainted. Also I didn’t realize that there were rides there!
The magic of the Berlin Christmas Markets is done justice by your photos. Thank you for sharing such beautiful pictures in spite of a horrific tragedy. Praying for the lives lost and that this gorgeous Christmas tradition is not tainted. Also I didn’t realize that there were rides there!