Embrace the Holiday Spirit

Christmas Markets

Europe is truly magical during the Christmas season. If you’re looking for charming Christmas markets to visit near and outside of Ostrava, Poland, Vienna, and Olomouc are excellent options for you. These markets offer a delightful blend of traditional crafts, delicious treats, and an incredible Christmas atmosphere. Explore the distinct charm that each of the Christmas markets in Krakow, Wroclaw, Vienna, and Olomouc brings to the Christmas season.   

Poland’s Enchanting Christmas Market  

Krakow, Poland, is known for its stunning Christmas markets which are typically open in late November or early December and run until the end of the year. The heart of the city’s lovely Christmas market is the Market Square (Rynek Główny) in Krakow’s Old Town. The biggest Christmas market in the city can be found here, filled to the gills with a variety of handcrafted ornaments, wooden toys, candles, and other traditional Polish goods and crafts for you. These make for excellent souvenirs a

nd cherished presents for your loved ones.  

One of the standout features of Krakow’s Christmas market is the classic Christmas carol concerts that fill the air with joyful melodies during the Christmas season. The heartwarming sound of locals and visitors coming together to celebrate this special time of year is truly the best highlight of the Christmas season. 

Krakow’s Christmas market also offers a delectable selection of traditional Polish foods and beverages. Don’t miss the chance to savor regional specialities such as smoked cheese (oscypek), kielbasa sausage, and pierogi (dumplings). To stay warm, indulge in hot chocolate and mulled win

e (grzaniec). The markets offer delicious sweet treats like gingerbread cookies and Polish pastries. Try the gingerbread cookies, or piernik, which are beautifully decorated. Wroclaw, which is held in Old Town Market Square (Rynek), is an additional Christmas market to consider. Referred to as the “Venice of Poland,” Wroclaw is known for its numerous bridges and canals. This makes the traditional Christmas market location even more beautiful. Christmas is a special occasion in Poland, and the Wroclaw Christmas market captures the essence of the season wonderfully. As you stroll through the market, you’ll be greeted by the irresistibly festive atmosphere Fans of Polish Christmas markets will find Old Tow

n Market Square (Rynek) in Wroclaw to be an additional treasure, transformed into a winter wonderland. Wroclaw provides a unique and charming environment for a classic Christmas market. 

Olomouc’s Cozy Christmas Market 

Think about visiting Olomouc which is only 1 hour away fro

m Ostrava, for a cozier and more personal Christmas market experience. The Christmas markets in Olomouc are charming and cheerful even though they are not as large as those in other European countries. The city’s main Christmas market is usually located in the Upper Square (Horní náměstí) and the nearby Lower Square (Dolní náměstí), but the celebration may well spread throughout the historic city center. 

There are crafts, ornaments, and seasonal gifts made by the Czech and Moravian people that can be bought. Look for handcrafted décor, glassware, and wooden toys. Sample some of the traditional holiday fare from the Czech Republic, such as hearty soups, sausages, and famous trdelník. Warm drinks such as mulled wine, hot chocolate, and a variety of Czech beers are also available. 

Vienna’s Magical Christmas Markets 

One of Europe’s most well-known Christmas market cities is Vienna, Austria. Travelers from all over the world swarm Vienna during the holidays every year to experience the true spirit of Christmas. From mid-November until Christmas, Vienna’s most picturesque squares are turned into enchanted Christmas markets. There are holiday lights all around you as you walk through Vienna’s Old City and shopping districts, creating the perfect atmosphere for a genuinely joyous experience. One of the best Christmas markets is located on City Hall Square, and it has a tall, arched gateway with candle lights at the entrance. There are roughly twenty different Christmas markets in Vienna, but the Wiener Christkindlmarkt, which is situated on Rathausplatz, is the most venerable and oldest. A 150-square-meter children’s ice rink and a massive maple tree covered in hundreds of glittering hearts are features of the Viennese Dream Christmas Market, which is held in front of City Hall. The tree is a well-liked tourist destination. Delicious food is also offered by a number of vendors, including Austrian sausages, gingerbread cookies, and homemade Christmas punch. A variety of Christmas gifts, tree decorations, handicrafts, sweet treats, confections, and hot beverages are available at the market. Skaters can glide through the Vienna Ice World at the Christmas Market’s romantically lit City Hall Park.  

Finally, the Christmas markets in the vicinity of Ostrava, Poland, Olomouc, and Vienna provide a delightful way to get into the spirit of the season. Whether you’re seeking traditional crafts, mouthwatering treats, or a festive atmosphere, these markets have something for everyone. So, embark on a winter adventure and explore the enchanting Christmas markets that Poland, Olomouc, and Vienna have to offer.