Get In The Festive Spirit With A Berlin Christmas Market Trip

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Christmas is celebrated with much enthusiasm in Berlin and this is the perfect place for a festive break. There are a number of amazing Christmas markets on offer in late November and December and combined with staying in a gorgeous Berlin boutique hotels  these provide some great shopping experiences.  Berlin is a very easy city to get around with plenty of affordable and efficient trains and buses. However if you do want to spend a lot of time at the Christmas markets then it is a good idea to book into one of the excellent hotels that are located nearby.

Gendarmenmarkt WeihnachtsZauber

This stunning Christmas market is located in the Gendarmenmarkt cathedral square and offers a great range of stalls selling everything from handmade gifts to German delicacies. There is an entry fee of 1 Euro to this market but there is a lot of additional entertainment is provided such as Christmas choirs, ballet performances and sophisticated roasted chestnuts for the kids.

 

 

 

Alexanderplatz

If you are visiting Berlin with your kids then a trip to the Christmas market at the Alexa shopping center near Alexanderplatz is a must. As well as many great stalls there are also lots of fairground rides, candyfloss stalls and street performances to keep everyone entertained. You can stay just a stone’s throw away at the Park Inn Alexanderplatz. This lovely 4 star hotel is smart and stylish and gives you some great views out over the square.

Opernpalais

This traditional market is located in the historic Opernpalais area by Unter den Linden (not far from the Brandenburg Gate). This is a great place for culture lovers as you will be surrounded by some impressive architecture such as the Humbolt University and Museuminsel. The market sells traditional items such as Christmas decorations, hand carved toys and gingerbread.

 

 

 

 

Gedächtniskirche

This is Berlin’s most popular Christmas market and is located in a prime shopping area complete with designer shops, galleries and excellent restaurants. If you want to explore this area and get lots of shopping done then it is a good idea to stay within walking distance. Close by is the Ellington Hotel Berlin which is a stunning modern hotel with stylish Art Deco furniture and glamorous decor. This hotel is a great place for visiting the nearby Christmas markets and shops and is family friendly.

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