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ItalianoChristmas markets in Alsace, around Andlau
From late November to late December, Alsace lights up. From the gîte, the finest Christmas markets are less than an hour's drive away.
Andlau Christmas market
Andlau is one of the first villages in Alsace to open its Christmas market: craftspeople, local produce, mulled wine and bredele (Christmas biscuits) in the village streets, just a stone's throw from the gîte.
The third weekend of November
Book early
Advent weekends are very popular: check the calendar and send your request now.
Check availabilityChristmas markets to discover
Dates should be checked each year with the tourist offices.
Strasbourg
The Christkindelsmärik, one of the oldest Christmas markets in Europe, at the foot of the cathedral.
Colmar
Several markets in the old town and an illuminated Little Venice.
Obernai
Wooden chalets and festive lights around the market square and the old corn exchange.
Kaysersberg
An authentic, craft-focused market in a medieval village beneath its castle.
Riquewihr
A fairy-tale atmosphere in one of the prettiest villages in the wine country.
Ribeauvillé
The medieval Christmas market, with troubadours, fire-eaters and craftspeople in costume.
Sélestat
The town with the oldest written record of a Christmas tree, dating from 1521.
Barr
Very close to the gîte, a friendly market with entertainment in the town hall courtyard.
All year round: what's on
Wine festivals, grape harvest, concerts, night markets: find upcoming events on these websites.