SHOPPING | CONTACT | NEWS | SUBSCRIBE ENG ITA ESP ENG ITA ESP Christmas in Nuremberg 2025 and best markets in Germany Christmas in Nuremberg 2025 WHERE: Nuremberg, GermanyWHEN: from 28th November to 24th December 2025 The most loved, well-known and appreciated Christmas market in Germany, whose origins date back to the 17th century! A truly extraordinary market with great atmosphere and charm. Christmas in Nuremberg, now, almost everywhere is wonderful. Stand. Stalls. Big decorations and lights. Christmas in Nuremberg, however, has something magical and truly unique. Despite the incredible influx, it continues to remain firmly rooted in its origins and traditions. From the almost maniacal care of each exhibitor. To the quality of artisanal and gastronomic products. The aromas and smells that invade the main square are an invitation to taste. The legendary Lebkuchen, Nuremberg gingerbread, prepared in all shapes and sauces. Perfect as a gift, in the beautiful decorated boxes.Nuremberg sausages: impossible not to be tempted.The weird characters of plum: you will bring it home, surely one. And, as a backdrop, Nuremberg. A truly wonderful city. Live slowly, letting yourself be transported through its alleys and splendid squares. Here, you could meet the Christkind, a true symbol of Nuremberg Christmas. With her white and golden dress, long blonde curls and golden crown, from 1969 is chosen every two years among young girls. It is up to him every year to officially open the Christkindlesmarkt on Friday before the first Sunday of Advent, at 17:30. This year, appointment with the Ceremonial opening with prologue, Friday, November 28th. CHRISTMAS IN NUREMBERG 2025: THE MARKETS The market of Baby Jesus, one of the most loved and appreciated in Europe and in the world. The numbers are staggering, with over 2 million visitors.A success that goes far beyond simple numbers. It takes place at Haupt Markt, the market square, right in the center. Here, 200 stalls are set up, with products from the Nuremberg tradition. Everything is synonymous with great quality. Both from the craftsman’s and the gastronomic point of view. And, of course, everything is taken care of in every single detail. Sausages. Gingerbread. Fruity pan. Desserts. The inevitable men of plum. And so much vin brûlé to warm up. The decorations and decorations are also beautiful. Candles. Wood products.And do not forget to bring home a Rauschgoldengel, the beautiful golden angel, symbol of Christmas in Nuremberg. The markets open every day, from 10:00 to 21:00. The 24th December, close at 14:00. CHILDREN’S MARKET The great protagonists of Christmas in Nuremberg can only be children. And then, one of the markets not to be missed is the one set up to just a few minutes from the main square. A nostalgic two-level carousel, a mini ferris wheel and even a steam railway await you. The houses are decorated for children.There are many activities and workshops dedicated to children. Creations of decorations and sweets to decorate with their tastes. And lots of stands, and of course, the inevitable post office to mail the letter. Every Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday at 14.30, there is the Christkind, to talk to, take pictures or deliver a gift list. Photo ©, Tourismus Nürnberg SISTER CITIES MARKET Nuremberg has always been known for its international character. A city that has always promoted understanding and union between different cultures. And this character was also distinguished during the Nuremberg Christmas markets. This is the spirit that characterizes the Sister Cities market. A few hundred meters from the Market Square, the stalls of the twin cities are set up.Antalya, Atlanta, Brasov, Krakow, Glasgow, Nice, Prague, Shenzhen, Skopje and many other cities are represented here.A beautiful and evocative market, where you can find typical products and delicacies from all over the world. And do not forget to savor the excellent “Sister City Mulled Wine”, or buy a book at the stand of the Department for International Relations. The proceeds will be donated to charity. The Sister Cities market takes place at the Rathausplatz Nuremberg, with the same hours of the market at Haupt Markt. EVENTS 2025 Photo ©, Max Schrader During the Advent period, the German city presents a rich calendar of events, initiatives, and entertainment for all ages. One of the traditional events not to be missed will be the suggestive Lantern Procession. Magic and charm for a beautiful procession with about 100 participants (pupils, children and teachers) who parading with lanterns and bright stars. The procession starts from the Kaiserstraße, through the Fleischbrücke, to the Main Market Square, and ends at the Castle. In Spitalgasse, between the Christkindlesmarkt and the children’s market on Hans-Sachs-Platz, you can admire beautiful nativity decorations depicting the birth of Christ. In the Church of St.Egidien, not far from the main market, beautiful nativity scenes from different eras are exhibited. *All information contained herein, including opening hours and prices, is for informational purposes only and is not considered official. We always recommend consulting official channels. All names and trademarks appearing herein belong to their respective owners. 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Christmas in Basel
SHOPPING | CONTACT | NEWS | SUBSCRIBE ENG ITA ESP ENG ITA ESP Christmas in Basel 2025, 27 November – 23 December. Markets Christmas in Basel 2025 WHERE: Basel, SwitzerlandWHEN: from 27th November to 23rd December 2025 The most beautiful Christmas city in Switzerland.To decree the success of the Christmas markets in Basel, it is above all the travelers, thanks to whose judgment, the city is firmly in the Top 10 of the European Best Christmas Market. In 2021, even, elected the BEST IN EUROPE! Magic, charm and a great tradition are the basis of the success of the Christmas in Basel. A warm and welcoming atmosphere between stands, alleys and squares. Even the shops and private homes are decorated for a party, and are the setting for the Advent period. The products and the proposals of the artisans and the sellers, are really of great workmanship. Starting from the stalls, particularly lively and captivating, and treated in detail. Some, really beautiful. You can not remain indifferent to the magic of Christmas in Basel. Majestic trees, all illuminated, which mark the path to magic. Sparkling lights. The scent of pepper and spices that hovers throughout the historic center. The music and the Christmas carols, which you can hear everywhere.A magical Christmas for the whole family. CHRISTMAS MARKETS IN BASEL 2025 MUNSTER Photo ©, Pierre Likissas The most beloved Christmas market in Basel takes place in Münsterplatz. The square, dominated by the splendid Cathedral, is probably the most beautiful in the city.You can walk through the stands, looking for the perfect gift or simply enjoying the Christmas atmosphere. You can be enchanted by the beautiful tree, decorated by Johann Wanner. This is a shop specializing in decorations, particularly loved even by real English! You will hardly leave Münsterplatz without tasting the Läckerli of Basel, the fragrant gingerbread of the place.Do not miss a taste of “Änis-Paradies“.Grilled würstel are the timeless classic. This is also the square most loved by children thanks to the timeless Enchanted Forest.The Münsterplatz market is open every day, from the 27th November to the 22nd December, from the 11:00 to the 20:30. On December 23rd, closing at 18:00. BARFUSSERPLATZ A few minutes walk from the main square, many artisans and sellers will welcome you among finely decorated stalls.Also in this case, there will be excellent food, typical products, artifacts and decorations.We recommend a good glass of mulled wine.Beautiful square, all decked, between lights and colors, with the beautiful church to frame.The markets are open every day, from 27/11 to 22/12, from 11:00 to 20:30. On December 23rd, closing at 20:00. REINGHASSE The Christmas market in Basel is more alternative and far from traditional schemes. Simple, welcoming but, at the same time, engaging, the Reinghasse market is a must for a holiday.To buy unusual gifts, savor the excellent refutation, taste typical cheeses, arranged on large tables in the middle of the road!No specific rules. Nobody knows what to expect. Reinghasse is located on the opposite side of the river, from Münsterplatz. Just walk for about ten minutes and cross the bridge that crosses the Rhine.Flea markets are open from the end of November to 23 December, Monday through Friday, from 17:00 to 22:00. Saturday and Sunday, from 14:00 to 22:00. CHRISTMAS IN BASEL 2025: THE EVENTS Thursday 27th November, at 18:30 at the tip, there will be the official opening ceremony of Christmas in Basel. At Münsterplatz, lighting of the lights with the accompaniment of a musical ensemble. Christmas in Basel is a magical moment dedicated to everyone and, in particular, to the little ones. In Münsterplatz, as usual, the Enchanted Forest. A magical place where children can decorate Läckerli, Lebkuchen and Gutzi, that is, biscuits and gingerbread typical of Basel. They can create shapes, decorations and candles. Traveling on the children’s train …Guaranteed fun.Open from 27th November to 22nd December, Monday to Friday from 13:30 to 19:00. Saturday and Sunday from 12:00 to 19:00. Each year, during the festive period, the Basel Cathedral becomes the absolute protagonist. The striking staircase of the Martinsturm is illuminated from Monday to Friday between 4.00 pm and 6.00 pm. From 27th November to 23rd December 2025 do not miss the climb to the top of the bell tower, with a splendid view of the festively illuminated historic center. Show for adults and children. Admission costs CHF 6 per person. Last admission at 5.30pm. *All that is contained herein is for purely indicative purposes only and should not be considered official. Appointments may be subject to change. Therefore, we invite you to consult the official website for all updates. All trademarks and names contained herein belong to their respective owners. The City Airport Get in Getting Around Rhine Ferries Public transport tickets Fasnacht – Carnival Stadt Market Autumn Fair Art Basel Switzerland General Info Airports Destinations Events, Festivals Drive in Switzerland When to go Reservations Hotels Tour, Experiences Book your hotel in Basel Share the post
Miniatur Wunderland
SHOPPING | CONTACT | NEWS | SUBSCRIBE ENG ITA ESP ENG ITA ESP Miniatur Wunderland Hamburg. What to do and see, how to arrive, prices Miniatur Wunderland Share on facebook Share on pinterest Share on twitter Planet Earth calls. Ready for a fantastic and exciting trip? Thanks to Miniatur Wunderland, you can visit the Grand Canyon, the Alpine and Swiss landscapes, or the charming Scandinavia … in a few hours. Located in the beautiful city of Hamburg, Miniatur Wunderland is an extraordinary attraction that includes realistic reproductions of many places on the planet, in H0 scale. Every year, this real miniature city-museum welcomes many visitors. It is, in our opinion, an unmissable stop during a holiday in Hamburg. Especially popular with children and families. There are so many wonderful reproductions that you can appreciate. Starting from the fantastic miniature railway, in H0 scale. Here, some Scandinavian landscapes, with real water and remote-controlled ships, are faithfully reproduced. You can visit the US Rocky Mountains and enter the Grand Canyon. The romantic Venice and its wonderful lagoon. Some beautiful Italian and German cities. Not lacking, of course, Hamburg. Ships, trains and even planes. Nothing is missing in what is the largest H0 scale model in the world! Miniatur Wunderland awaits you for the most fantastic and unforgettable travel! Photo, 2006 Beat Strasser PRACTICAL INFO HOW TO GET TO MINIATUR WUNDERLAND Hamburg is well connected with the whole world, thanks to the presence of the international airport, not far from the center. Moreover, the airport is well connected to the city by an efficient public transport service. All info and direct links are available through our official section. The attraction is located in the city center, a short distance from the lively port. You can get there easily, on foot and with the main means of transport. By metro, line U3, you have to get off at Baumwall (Elbphilharmonie) stop. Alternatively, you can use 6, 111, 602 buses. TICKETS AND OPENING HOURS The place is open 365 days a year, including, therefore, the holidays. The times are quite varied, and change depending on the period and the day. Furthermore, special events are often scheduled, during which there are special times. In any case, the attraction will always be open in the time slot from 09:30 to 18:00. Whatever the day and the period. The entrance ticket, per adult, costs € 20.00 per person, at full rate. Children under the age of 16 pay 12.50 € basic rate. Often, when entering after 16:00, a reduction from a minimum of 10% to a maximum of 30% is applied. To the price you have to add 0.50 € for fixed rights. FREE for children under one meter of age, provided they are accompanied by a paying adult. Tickets can be purchased directly online. Due to COVID-19 restrictions apply and, therefore, it is essential to check in advance on the entry rules on the official website. DISABLED One of the most praiseworthy and worthy of attention initiatives, are the special evenings dedicated to the disabled. They are the so-called Wheelchair Monday. These are evenings reserved exclusively for wheelchair users and guests with serious disabilities. Initiative to be stressed. Often, for people with disabilities, it is quite difficult to move around in crowded corridors. And the view is rather limited. During these special and exclusive evenings, instead, they will have a special view, it is pleasant, of the whole layout. And, as if this were not enough, wheelchair users pay €5.00. Free for a companion. Leave a comment The City Airport Get in Getting around Transport tickets What to see Port Festival Germany General Info Airports Destinations Events, Festivals Drive in Germany When To go Reservations Plane Hotels Rooms Rental Cars map of the place Share the post Share on facebook Share on twitter Share on linkedin Share on pinterest Share on email
Best 2019 Theme Parks
Best 2019 Theme parks in the world. Universal, Disneyland and more Orlando Capital of the world’s entertainment, for adults and children. Anyone who has doubts about this, can take a look at the recent Tripadvisor ranking. The well-known portal of reviews of restaurants, hotels and tourist destinations, this year too, has drawn up its personal ranking of the Best 2019 Theme Parks. And there are plenty of surprises. Orlando, compared to last year, even manages to improve. The podium, in fact, is all a prerogative of the city of Florida! Once again, the spectacular Universal’s Islands of Adventure wins the title of best Theme park. An extraordinary place, for the happiness of young and old. An impressive number of rides and attractions, all really beautiful. A theme park to live in at least two days. Not to be missed. Placement of honor among the best 2019 Theme parks, for Magic Kingdom. Well-kept attractions, cleanliness and efficiency and a brand that needs no introduction: Disney. Among fairy castles, lakes and princesses, you will certainly not get bored. The sumptuous Universal Orlando Resort closes the podium. Universal confirms itself, by far, the most loved brand by visitors, in terms of offer and quality. Instead, Disney loses slightly ground, placing only two park in the Top 10, with the Paris Park slipping to eleventh position; however, Disney theme parks always remain among the most loved. Le Puy du Fou, is confirmed as the best European park. A woderful place, with animals, and really suggestive shows. It is not the classic amusement park and, for this reason, you will appreciate it, for its wonderful scenery. Just behind, the splendid Tivoli Gardens of Copenhagen and Europa-Park in Germany. Without a doubt among the best 2019 Theme parks in the world. Disneyland Paris, the Italian Leolandia, the Dutch Efteling and Walt Disney Studios in France, are the other 4 parks in the Top 20. Below is the Top 20 of the Best 2019 Theme Parks 2019 compiled by Tripadvisor: 20: Walt Disney Studios, Marne-la-Vallée, France. 19: Beto Carrera World, Penha, Brazil. 18: Disney’s California Adventure, Anaheim, California. 17: Efteling, Kaatsheuvel, Netherlands. 16: Silver Dollar City, Branson, Missouri. 15: Disney’s Hollywood Studios, Orlando, Florida. 14: Leolandia, Capriate San Gervasio, Italy. 13: Dollywood, Pigeon Forge, Tennessee. 12: Disneyland, Anaheim, California. 11: Disneyland Paris, Marne-la-Vallée, France. 10: Orlando Seaworld, Orlando, Florida. 09: The Island in Pigeon Forge, Pigeon Forge, Tennessee. 08: Europa-Park, Rust, Germany. 07: Tivoli Gardens, Copenhagen, Denmark. 06: Universal Studios Hollywood, Los Angeles, California. 05: Le Puy du Fou, Les Epesses, France. 04: Disney’s Animal Kingdom, Orlando, Florida. 03: Universal Orlando Resort, Orlando, Florida. 02: Magic Kingdom, Orlando, Florida. 01: Universal’s Islands of Adventure, Orlando, Florida. And you, have you already chosen your next destination? Good vacation