The best German cities to spend Christmas

Christmas is celebrated in much of the world, it is the time when lights, Christmas trees and gastronomy have a special place; However, Germany lives in a very particular way in each of its cities.

Some main attractions for sightseeing at Christmas in German cities are the Christmas markets, the decoration of lights, and the public cultural events.

The top 5 of the most beautiful cities in Germany to spend Christmas

1. Nuremberg

Nuremberg's Old Town is the center of the city's Christmas activity. Among its streets you can visit the Christkindlesmarkt Christmas market, which is one of the great attractions in December.

This market has approximately more than 150 stalls, where you can buy a souvenir, a present for someone you appreciate, or simply enjoy the gastronomy of the city.

An incredible experience is to climb the Torre de San Sebaldo, from where you will appreciate the most spectacular views of the city, the Christmas market with its play of lights, and the German houses with their triangular roofs.

Finally, Nuremberg is also known for being one of the most important cities in the manufacture of toys.

We can see this if we visit the Nuremberg Toy Museum, where toys from all eras are exhibited, highlighting its collection of dolls, trains and those made of wood.

2. Munich

The Gothic architecture of the most iconic places in the city, intertwine with the spectacular Christmas lights that illuminate everything around them.

One of the main Christmas attractions in Munich is visiting its many Christmas markets that have different themes.

For example, the Marienplatz is considered the most important and is located in the Town Hall square.

The one located in the English Garden in Munich is one of the most attractive, since it has numerous activities for children, has an ice rink, and you can see the iconic Chinese Tower and its huge Christmas tree.

Another of the most important visits to do in Munich during the Christmas season is to visit the Residenz, which is one of the most important museums in Germany.

If you visit at Christmas, you will see a replica of an Alpine village and a representation of the birth of Jesus in life-size.

3. Berlin

The capital of Germany is an impressive city by itself, however, during the Christmas season, the snow together with the Christmas decorations in almost all its streets, and the musical events, make the atmosphere of this city very special.

Musicals, plays, concerts, and many more activities for everyone to enjoy. One of the most popular events is the play "The Nutcracker", or "Roncalli's Christmas Circus".

If you want to listen to some music, the Berlin Cathedral or the Kaiser Wilhem Church are others of the most recommended options.

However, the gala dinner and the Christmas concert at the Charlottenburg Palace is one of the best experiences.

The Botanical Garden of Berlin is another of the main attractions to visit at Christmas, since all its spaces are adorned with lights and Christmas decorations.

The children will really enjoy the visit, thanks to the Santa Claus Cabin and the ice skating rink.

If you want to observe a magical light show in Berlin, you must visit the Sony Center, it will undoubtedly be your best option. It is a work of more than one hundred thousand lights distributed by its futuristic buildings. The Winter Grove and the Illuminated Dome stand out.

4. Dortmund

The Dortmund Christmas Market looks like one more market than the German Christmas markets, however, this Christmas market prides itself on having the largest Christmas tree in the world.

It is a 46-meter tall spruce tree that is adorned with an approximate number of 48,000 lights, which accompany the twenty decorative red candles that are placed around the tree.

Additionally, in the spaces of the Christmas market in Dortmund, you can enjoy an annual Christmas concert, as well as various activities for children, such as singing Christmas carols, making crafts or enjoying the visit of the German Santa Claus.

5. Cologne

Cologne's main attraction at Christmas is its Christmas markets, which at night become works of art with the lights that adorn their spaces, creating a unique and incredibly Christmas atmosphere.

The most important of these Christmas markets is the one found in the Cologne Cathedral, where thousands of lights give a special touch to the Gothic architecture of the cathedral, and the houses that are around it.

And to continue with the list, we cannot fail to mention the Rudolfplatz market, better known as the “Santa Claus Village”. It is a sales space, but it also counts as a children's area, where numerous recreational activities are carried out for children.

Another of the most important Christmas scenes is the Los Angeles market, here the decoration revolves around angelic figures, which are also seen in lights and thousands of figures.

The second is the Christmas market in the port, where you can visit the market on the banks of the Rhine, in a boat converted into a Christmas market. In this tour, you can include a visit to the Chocolate Museum.

If you are visiting Germany on these dates, you will already know that these are the best options to enjoy a beautiful Christmas.