Christmas is also approaching this year and if you are a serial traveler like us you will certainly take the opportunity to organize a trip abroad to discover a new city. Deciding where to go can be a difficult choice: to leave in search of snow or to a warm place and perhaps by the sea?
Choose a location in Europe or go overseas? Metropolis or less known city? Many of the questions we have asked ourselves can be answered in the budget we have available. Here we want to suggest 5 low cost destinations for your Christmas around Europe, a mix of cities to visit, cultures to discover and suggestive scenarios to photograph! Enjoy your reading and have a good trip!
Warsaw, Poland
In the heart of Europe but with that particular inimitable charm, Warsaw is a fantastic destination for an original and traditional Christmas at the same time. Here you will find several markets that you can visit before the Pasterka, the traditional mass on December 24th.
Ljubljana, Slovenia
The capital of Slovenia comes alive with lights and sounds during Christmas, thanks to the festival of lights and Christmas markets. A stone’s throw from Ljubljana you will find everything you could wish for a magical and unrepeatable 25 December. Furthermore, you will not struggle to find cultural events in squares, streets, churches and museums.
Do you want some more ideas on what to do and see in Ljubljana?
Read our in-depth information on what to do and see in a weekend in Ljubljana.
Bucharest, Romania
At the borders of Europe you can spend a magical Christmas in Bucharest. The credit goes to the numerous initiatives that animate the city, such as the markets in Cișmigiu Gardens, in the University square and on Kiseleff avenue and the skating rink in Unirii square.
Sofia, Bulgaria
Christmas in Sofia is definitely magical. There may not be snow (or at least not always) but the atmosphere will be equally incredible. You will find markets in every corner of the city and, if you are lucky, you will also arrive in time for the Bulgarian music festival which takes place right in the month of December in Sofia.
Tallinn, Estonia
Estonia can offer you a pleasant surprise at Christmas thanks to Tallinn. This beautiful city during the month of December has nothing to envy to the “house of Santa Claus“: snow, markets, lights and decorations everywhere for a magical and timeless atmosphere.
Still not satisfied and want some more ideas on where to spend the Christmas weekend?
Read our article 4 European cities for a low cost weekend.
