Berlin offers more than 50 Christmas markets, including one located at Charlottenburg Palace. Charlottenburg is one of the most expensive districts in Berlin, and in my opinion, also one of the fancier ones. This Christmas market in front of the castle can be reached with a ten-minute walk from the train station ‚Westend‘, or alternatively, there is a bus stop right in front of it.
💡 WHAT IS A CHRISTMAS MARKET?
| Christmas markets are street markets held during the weeks of Advent and originate from Germany. Therefore, Christmas markets are very typical for Germany, as well as Austria, South Tyrol (Northern Italy), and some eastern regions in France. The history dates back to the Late Middle Ages in German-speaking parts of Europe. Christmas markets feature a variety of different stalls selling all kinds of items, including typical Christmas dishes such as German gingerbread (‚Lebkuchen‘), candied almonds, various sausages (‚Bratwurst‘) and hot mulled wine (‚Glühwein‘). |
What to find on the market
This Christmas market is quite extensive and includes a little section for children, featuring different carousels, a small roller coaster, and a special train.
However, the market offers numerous different stalls where their vendors sell Christmas decorations, candles, accessories, as well as arts and crafts. Additionally, there us a wide array of food available. Germany is renowned for its extensive selection of sausages, which you should give a try. Usually, there will be also some vegetarian or even vegan options. Moreover, the market offers a variety of traditional Christmas dishes such as German gingerbread (‚Lebkuchen‘), bread baked in a wood stove, hot mulled wine, and pan-fried mushrooms.
Besides a Christmas pyramid, the market also features a nativity scene and, of course, a castle, which will be illuminated throughout the night in different colours.
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First written on Monday, December 7th, 2015, you have read the blog post Christmas Market at the Charlottenburg Palace in Berlin on My Travel Journal-Blog.