Make The Festive Season Extra Special

21 October, 2024 Nuremburg, Germany

Celebrate Christmas on a Scenic River Cruise

Celebrate the lead up to Christmas amongst some of the world’s most renowned Christmas markets – it is the proverbial icing on your Christmas cake! The best way to experience Europe’s Christmas markets is on a Scenic Luxury River cruise.

Drift along the Rhine, the Main and the Danube with stops at charming villages bursting with the Christmas spirit. Time-honoured festivities, delicious delicacies, a heartwarming atmosphere and a range of signature Scenic Enrich experiences await. Treat yourself to a Christmas you’ll always remember and let Scenic host you this year!

Experience Europe’s Magical Christmas Charm

What makes Europe’s Christmas markets so special is their warmth and sense of community. There is a warm and welcoming sense that the community shares. What could be more magical than a true white Christmas? Many of Europe’s traditional markets are set against picture-postcard backdrops. Towns and cities come to life in a wintery glow, draped in baubles, handmade wreaths and garlands, complemented by the melodic sounds of carols and classical music – and if you’re lucky, a sprinkling of snow.

Wander through Budapest’s grand St Stephen’s Basilica cathedral and Vienna’s opulent Schönbrunn Palace to the gothic architecture and medieval timber-framed buildings of lesser-known places such as Regensburg, Nuremberg and Heidelberg, the enchantment and old-world charm of Christmas markets make the icons of Europe's must-visit destinations in November and December.

Discover Europe’s Timeless Christmas Markets

From mid-November right up to Christmas Eve-eve, the Christmas markets of Europe are a great way to get into the festive spirit and provide a unique opportunity to champion local artisanship. Artists, bakers and craftspeople of all kinds come together to provide handmade, one-of-a-kind gifts that your family will treasure.

From old-fashioned wooden toys and hand-painted ornaments to traditional sweet treats and knitted clothing, you’re bound to find a special present to delight friends and family – and perhaps a little something for yourself too. Enjoy a timeless Christmas tradition set against some of Europe’s most historic buildings and famed landmarks.

Sights, Sounds, and Scents Await

As you explore, you’ll encounter an abundance of local delicacies and delicious scents that will leave an impression for years to come; the smoke of a distant fire, the sweet spice of gingerbread and mulled wine (Glühwein), the sizzles and crackles of sausages and the sugary warmth of freshly made waffles. The magical wintry scenery of European Christmas Markets is perfectly matched by their delicious aromas and festive soundscape, which can be experienced on their 12 Day Rhine Christmas Markets with Switzerland river cruise.

The combination of the festive sights, sounds and smells will instantly teleport you to this Christmassy haven that travel at this time of the year offers. Contact our team at Global Journeys to explore the best offers and time to visit the Europe Christmas markets with Scenic's luxury river cruises.