Christmas markets are a staple of Scandinavian life and are a beautiful and fun way to enjoy the culture and support local vendors. They are one reason why Denmark, Sweden, and Norway are great winter destinations, as these countries are always prepared for cold weather by making things cozy and festive. If you’re thinking of visiting the area this winter, here are some of the best Christmas markets to check out.
Copenhagen, Denmark: Tivoli
Tivoli is actually a historic amusement park, with lots of rides and show venues as well as sites to see. Over Christmas and new year’s, it transforms into a beautiful Christmas market with regional Christmas displays, shows, and fireworks.
Stockholm, Sweden: Skansen
This open-air museum in Stockholm has many fun and family-friendly features when it becomes a Christmas market over the weekends. You can sample house-made Christmas dinners, let your kids make handmade decorations, and even participate in bonfires! You can also buy traditional handicrafts and local cuisine in this historic market.
Oslo, Norway: Norwegian Folk Museum
For the first two weeks of December, the Folk Museum’s historic houses and buildings are decorated in accordance with their era and region, so you can learn a bit about Christmas all over the country. You can also view reenactments of historical times and sample the local marzipan.