Christmas markets for every taste
With the whole family in the gardens of Tivoli, among gastronomes at the Mandarin Oriental of Paris, discovering the Alsatian region in Mulhouse or on some majestic islands off Stockholm, let yourself be imbued with the magical atmosphere of the most beautiful Christmas markets in European countries.
Baroque atmosphere in Krakow
Head to Poland and the Market of Rynek Central Square which unfolds in a gothic and baroque setting surmounted by the famous Clothes Hall. Here, you will find special gifts among local craftsmen and you will fall in love with few sweets among colorful candies, spicy walnut and oldest cherry vodka for the oldest. You also will enjoy staying at the absolutely contemporary boutique-hotel Indigo (IHG).
An Alsatian Christmas
In Alsace, an area known for its status as the origin of the Christmas tree, we go to the market of Mulhouse to discover the monuments of the historic center covered with a fabric imagined by the designer Marie-Jo Gebel, at the initiative of the fabric Lighthouse of Mulhousien Christmas for more than 18 years. We also walk through the different stalls in search of gifts Made in Alsace, as playful as decorative. In Obernai, our taste buds are flattered by a cup of Crémant in the wooden chalets of the Christmas market of gastronomy, while in Ottmarsheim, we discover a unique market that invites the museums of Alsace to present products from their shop. Magic.
Mandarin Oriental Christmas Market
This year, the garden of the Parisian Palace is turned into a Christmas market with its snowy birches illuminated by thousands of fireflies. Thierry Marx also installed his market of flavors, an ideal place to find unusual products from exceptional artisans such as Gilles Vérot sausage, fruit and vegetables from St.Eustache Vergers, Petrossian Caviar and Cadoret Oysters. A Champagne bar by Cristal Roederer is also at hand, as well as a selection of last minute gifts in La Facette pop-up store in the lobby of the hotel. Gourmands will be able to go to the Camellia to taste a Christmas tea-time made of spiced madeleines, truffles with dark chocolate and innovated Mont-Blanc. Chic !
Markets for every taste in Stockholm
Starting with the traditional market of Stortorget in the biggest square of the old town, where the merchants welcome you in costumes at that period, where you can enjoy the concerts of the Seglora church and the festivities in honor of Saint Lucie. Then, head to Hovstallet where artisans propose their local products within the royal stables located behind the Dramaten Theater. To get off the beaten track and enjoy exceptional landscapes, make a maritime detour through the markets of the Utö and Sandhamn islands. Finally, design enthusiasts will find their happiness on stalls held by students of the design academies of Konstfack and Beckmans.
The magic of Copenhagen
It is under the Danish snow that families rush to the Christmas market of Tivoli gardens to drink a cup of cinnamon hot chocolate, ice-skate in the open air and especially, enjoy the many rides and attractions thrill of the famous Park. Then, everyone joins the ancient harbor of Nyhavn and strolls among the craft shops on the quays with the traditional old houses of Copenhagen decorated and illuminated for the occasion.
Décembre 2016
By La rédaction
