#christkindlesmarkt

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Christkindlesmarkt on Fleischbrücke , Nuremberg   -   Wilhelm Ritter , 1890.

German ,  1860 - 1948

Oil on canvas.

[realneverever]

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The Frauenkirche is a church in Nurmberg, Germany. It stands on the eastern side of the main market. An example of brick Gothic architecture, it was built on the initiative of Charles IV, Holy Roman Emperor between 1352 and 1362. The church contains many sculptures, some of them heavily restored.

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Caro, I want to come to Germany at Christmas time! Plz recommend me some nice places to go!

Best time of the year! Because of the Weihnachtsmarkt (Christmas market) 🙌 You can stroll forever, sights are all around as it’s usually in the city center. Every culinary/craft custom is in one spot. Decide by state. The south is rural, less commercialized, traditional, entry fees: less likely. The north is urban, way bigger markets, fast-paced. I’ll list you 11 notable ones. 

— THE SOUTH

Nürnberg city (Bavaria) is a popular choice. Various ceremonies, acting, guided tours; even in a carriage. Nov 29 - Dec 24. Caution: Bavaria is Germany’s Expensive Girl, they know their hype. 

Ludwigsburg is baroque-themed. It’s in the state with the most markets, Baden-Württemberg, which has 330 cozy ones like these. So if you want to see multiple cities & markets, this is your state to choose. Nov 27-Dec 23.

Hohenzollern (same state) has a special feat. The small “Royal Market” is in a marvelous castle (which I’m personally biased about. it’s so beautiful on that hill). First & second advent weekends. 

The Black Forest (at Ravenna Gorge) has a market under (!) a Roman aqueduct out in nature. Rather tiny, 40 stalls, the most romantic thing. Introverts: this is your pick. Fridays to Sundays, very specific times.

— THE NORTH 

Now for the superlatives. First: Dresden (Striezelmarkt), Saxony. It’s gigantic. Named after the fruitcake they sell, Striezel. Huge fun fair. Nov 27-Dec 24.

Frankfurt (state of Hesse) is absolutely bonkers, too. Focus is on acting and crafts. 200 stalls. Nov 25- Dec 22. 

Bremen is the most beloved far-up Northern event, 3 sizeable markets conjoined, one by a river. Nov 25-Dec 23.

Forget Disneyland, Erfurt (state: Thuringia) is the real medieval fairy tale come true. Nov 26-Dec 22. Their churches are stunning.

The prettiest cathedral we have: Cologne. State: North-Rhine-Westphalia. Very tourist-friendly, very busy, 4 million visitors a year. Nov 26-Dec 23.

Sweet tooth? Make an advance dentist appointment & go here: Aachen is the #1 German gingerbread manufacturer. Near Cologne. Nov 22 - Dec 23.

Same state, Dortmund. Their tree is 45 meters high. 300 (!) stalls. 3.6 million visitors annually, extrovert paradise. Longest running time, Nov 21 - Dec 30.

Hope it helps! Again, reminder: the more southern, the more traditional/original, the north is all modern but they do have historic sights. 👍 Have fun!

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Der jährliche Einsatz auf dem Nürnberger Christkindlesmarkt

(photos from twitter)

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Descubra o Augsburg Christkindlesmarkt, um mercado de Natal único com o Engelesspiel, um espetáculo de 23 anjos na fachada da Câmara Municipal

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Experience the magical Augsburg Christkindlesmarkt, featuring the unique Angel Play performance on the Town Hall facade, attracting one million visitors annually

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Respirez l'air glacial de l'hiver et découvrez les saveurs de cannelle, clou de girofle et biscuits fraîchement cuits au Christkindlesmarkt de Nuremberg