1. Strasbourg
The Alsatian capital is undoubtedly one of the most beautiful cities in Europe to discover at Christmas. Its cobbled streets, dominated by half-timbered houses, give off a very special atmosphere, lit by Christmas lights. Without forgetting, of course, the famous Christmas market, which extends in a good part of the historic heart, and where resonates more than elsewhere the soul of Christmas.
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2. Prague
A little further east of Europe, Prague, capital of the Czech Republic, is a very beautiful Christmas destination.
From the Charles Bridge to the medieval streets, the beautiful monuments of the city create a unique atmosphere during this period, especially when the snow invites itself to the party.
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3. Rome
Another atmosphere in Rome, the heart of Christendom, where the feast of Christmas resonates particularly with the most believers.
Among the essentials of a stay in Rome during the Christmas period: the midnight mass at the Vatican, at the foot of the Christmas tree erected in Saint Peter’s Square for the occasion and the life-size nativity scene to admire on site .
But the Christmas atmosphere is also found everywhere in the rest of the Italian capital, starting with Piazza Navona, where one of the city’s most famous Christmas markets stands.
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4. New York
Giant decorations, an ice rink at the Rockefeller Center, a horse-drawn carriage ride in Central Park… At Christmas, New York comes out the big game to seduce visitors.
Often snowy during this period, the city known for its excessiveness thus offers a superb setting to spend the end of year celebrations and most department stores do not skimp to recreate the Christmas atmosphere and reinvent themselves each year.
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5. Québec
Among Canadian cities, Quebec is undoubtedly the most captivating to discover during the holiday season.
The snow is everywhere in the city, the illuminated trees installed on every street corner, the frozen Saint-Laurent, the decorations and the Christmas markets make this historic city of Quebec magical.
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6. Used
With its 500 Christmas trees installed all over the city, and its many decorated and illuminated streets, Bruges offers a beautiful setting for a Christmas stay.
Considered the Venice of the North, the Belgian city and its Flemish houses is particularly beautiful in winter.
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