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With the festive season soon approaching, Ryanair revealed its top Christmas Market destinations to inspire your Winter 2025 travel plans. Hot chocolate, candy canes, horse-drawn carriages and wreaths of red and green, all these images come to mind when picturing a winter getaway. Luckily, plenty of European cities are adorned in festive spirit and light every year, with thousands of tourists flocking year after year to take in the wonders. Whether it’s the scent of roasted chestnuts, the sparkle of fairy lights, or the charm of hand-crafted gifts, these festive escapes promise a winter wonderland like no other. A timeless classic. Fly into Vienna International Airport and experience dazzling lights, classical music, and warm treats like Kaiserschmarrn and spiced punch. From the Rathausplatz to Schönbrunn Palace, the Austrian capital is a must-visit for festive charm. Vörösmarty Square is a sensory delight, with rows of festive stalls offering handmade gifts, chimney cakes, and hearty Hungarian food. Nearby, the Advent Feast at St. Stephen’s Basilica glows with a spectacular 3D light show, while the scent of mulled wine and cinnamon fills the air. Stroll along the Danube to take in the city’s sparkling lights and grand architecture dressed for the season. Gothic spires and cobbled streets set the scene for Prague’s two main markets, land in Václav Havel Airport and enjoy the festive lights and traditional treats that bring a fairy-tale Christmas to life. The Old Town Square, crowned by its towering Christmas tree, comes alive with lights and festive cheer, while Wenceslas Square delights with trdelník, hot honey wine, and the scent of roasted nuts drifting through the air. Step into a storybook setting in Kraków’s main square, where the scent of cinnamon and gingerbread fills the air, and traditional crafts are sold in wooden huts. With snow-dusted rooftops and horse-drawn carriages, this Polish gem is picture-perfect at Christmastime.
