Discover More of Europe on a Christmas Markets Itinerary

Join us on one of our seasonal river itineraries and be immersed in the sights, sounds and scents of Europe’s lively Christmas markets. All our itineraries offer memorable experiences you can enjoy with Viking during the holiday season.

Strasbourg, France

1 France’s “Capital of Christmas”

Strasbourg's historic Christmas market, Christkindelsmärik, transforms Cathedral Square into a merry winter wonderland. Savory knacks (sausages) and sweet pain d’épices (gingerbread) are not to be missed.

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Christmas on the Rhine & Moselle itinerary
Vienna, Austria

2 “City of Waltzes” at Christmas

Discover elegant buildings along Vienna’s famed Ringstrasse, then visit two of the city’s Christmas markets, including one at the impressive Maria Theresa Square, known for its unique handicrafts.

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Christmas on the Danube itinerary
Freiburg, Germany

3 Freiberg Organ Concert

Enjoy an organ recital of holiday classics in this enchanting, medieval German village. Admire the Gothic cathedral and visit the Christmas market in Freiburg’s charming main square, brilliantly lit for the season.

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Christmas on the Rhine itinerary
Salzburg, Austria

4 The Sound of Music

Immerse yourself in the storybook charm of this Alpine town where the classic movie The Sound of Music was filmed, then stroll through one of the world’s oldest Advent markets.

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Danube Christmas Delights itinerary
Nuremberg, Germany

5 Medieval Nuremberg

Wander through Christkindlmarket — one of the oldest Christmas markets in the world—in the heart of this historic city and savor the warm, nutty flavors of lebkuchen, a traditional German spiced cookie.

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Christmas on the Main & Moselle itinerary
France’s Alsace Region

6 Colmar & Riquewihr

Stroll quaint cobblestoned streets and admire half-timbered houses in two charming French locales before exploring their delightful Christmas market stalls or sampling a glass of local Riesling.

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Christmas on the Rhine itinerary
Dresden, Germany

7 Dresdner Striezelmarkt

Dresden's historic Striezelmarkt is recognized as the world’s oldest Christmas market, dating back to 1434. The Ferris wheel offers stunning views of the glittering market lights and historic Altmarkt Square.

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Christmas Along the Elbe itinerary
Budapest, Hungary

8 St. Stephen’s Basilica

The city’s grand cathedral and an ice rink full of graceful skaters surround its festive market, where you can indulge in a delicious “Hungarian chimney cake” or savor a hearty bowl of paprika-infused goulash.

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Danube Christmas Delights itinerary
Prague, Czech Republic

9 Bohemian Christmas

Explore Prague’s Old Town, a captivating blend of architectural styles and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Browse Bohemian tree ornaments while enjoying a warm cup of svařák, the Czech take on mulled wine.

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Christmas Along the Elbe itinerary
The German State of Bavaria

10 Traditional Beer Brewing

The rolling hills of the Bavarian countryside provide an ideal setting to learn about brewing beer. Sample the state's famous beverage while enjoying live music at a true German Christmas party.

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Christmas on the Danube itinerary