10/12/2024
Nuremberg, Germany
The Nuremberg Chriskindlesmarkt is one of the planet’s oldest and most famous Christmas markets. It has since been replicated in other cities with German influence, including Chicago and Cincinnati in the U.S. This market is all about local traditions, some tracing back to the 16th century.
In the traditional market, stalls are set up in small wooden booths. You’ll find everything from hand-carved wooden Christmas decorations to fresh bread and sweet treats like gingerbread and almond cookies.
The opening night of the market is quite a spectacle. On this night, the Nuremberg Christkind (a specially elected representative of the season) shares a famous Christmas speech while wearing a white and gold dress.