Discover the best Christmas markets in Belgium, Luxembourg and the Netherlands. From Bruges to Maastricht, explore festive traditions, twinkling lights and seasonal treats across Europe’s most enchanting winter destinations.
If you’re planning to experience the magic of Christmas in Europe, few places capture the festive spirit quite like Luxembourg, the Netherlands and Belgium. These neighbouring countries transform into winter wonderlands each December, with twinkling lights, Christmas trees and bustling market squares filled with local delicacies and handcrafted gifts.
European Christmas markets have long been a cherished tradition, and here you’ll find everything from medieval city backdrops to modern festive attractions. Whether you prefer the charm of Bruges, the grandeur of Brussels, or the cosiness of Dutch towns such as Haarlem and Valkenburg, each market has its own distinct atmosphere.
Here’s your guide to some of the best Christmas markets in Belgium, Luxembourg and the Netherlands.
Best Belgium Christmas Markets
Antwerp Christmas Market
Antwerp’s festive market stretches across the city centre, offering beautifully lit streets, an ice rink and a wide selection of artisan gifts and local treats.
Brussels Christmas Market
Known as Winter Wonders, Brussels’ Christmas market features over 200 wooden chalets, a Ferris wheel and spectacular light shows set against the stunning Grand Place.
Gentse Winterfeesten (Ghent Winter Festival)
Ghent’s Winter Festival brings festive fun to this medieval city, with ice skating, music and stalls selling everything from Belgian chocolate to handmade gifts.
Winter Glow Bruges Belgium Christmas Markets
Set among Bruges’ cobbled streets and canals, Winter Glow combines Christmas markets, ice rinks and light installations in one of Belgium’s most picturesque cities.
Best Christmas Markets in Luxembourg
Luxembourg Christmas Markets
Luxembourg City transforms into a fairy-tale setting during its Winterlights festival, with charming wooden chalets, a festive fairground and seasonal concerts creating a warm holiday atmosphere.
Best Christmas Markets in the Netherlands
Haarlem Christmas Market
One of the largest Christmas markets in the Netherlands, Haarlem’s festive event fills the city’s historic streets with food stalls, choirs and artisan crafts.
Het Amsterdamse Winterparadijs (Amsterdam Winter Paradise)
Held at the RAI Amsterdam, this spectacular winter experience combines a Christmas market with indoor skiing, ice skating and family-friendly entertainment.
Kerststad Valkenburg (Valkenburg Christmas Market)
Valkenburg’s Christmas Town is one of Europe’s most unique, with markets held in atmospheric caves, festive parades and a magical underground Christmas kingdom.
Magical Maastricht Christmas Market
Maastricht’s Christmas market centres around the Vrijthof Square, featuring a Ferris wheel, ice rink, and delicious Dutch winter treats.
Royal Christmas Fair The Hague (Den Haag)
The Hague’s Royal Christmas Fair offers an elegant market atmosphere, complete with beautifully decorated stalls, live music and a festive spirit in the city’s historic centre.
Christmas Wrapping
From the charming canals of Bruges to the illuminated streets of Luxembourg City, these Christmas markets capture the essence of the European festive season. Whether you’re sipping mulled wine beneath the stars or discovering handcrafted gifts in a centuries-old square, visiting a Christmas market in Belgium, Luxembourg or the Netherlands is a magical way to celebrate the holidays.
Plan ahead by checking each event’s official Christmas Market dates to make the most of your festive journey through some of Europe’s most beautiful destinations.
Alternatively try our round-up of 8 of the Best Christmas Markets in France.
