Last Updated on 12/14/2017
There’s something about Christmas markets in Europe. I can’t quite capture the magic in photos. It’s a feeling. The feeling of Christmas and joy all around… Or could that just be the mulled wine? The truth is I can be a bit of a grinch, but there’s just something about European Christmas markets and everyone gathered around in a piazza that melts the cynic in me.
The cutest stalls roll into Prague for the holidays and make the cobblestoned streets that much more charming. The most stalls are around the Old Town Square, but there are smaller clusters of markets throughout the city and even up to the castle across the river.
My favorite was the one strip of stalls that filled a small street on the other side of Charles Bridge. We sat on the benches and watched as Czech families came out to have a picnic lunch. Local families were out with their stacks of Tupperware and spreads of snack food on Christmas Eve. I feel like I saw more actual Czech families here than over in the touristy Old Town Square.
We eagerly got in a crowded line to try some Czech mulled wine served in the cutest cups. When we got the front of the line with our cash out, the server said, “It’s free…” and in response to our is-this-a-joke expression, he said, “Anything is possible in my country.”
Going hungry would be almost impossible at the Prague Christmas market. There are food stalls everywhere! It seems like every few feet there were pork legs sizzling over a rotisserie or chicken kabobs being barbecued.
Breakfast at Café Savoy is an especially cozy meal during the winter months. Be sure to try the chocolate cappuccino and wear your goofiest finest Christmas sweater.
Bakeshop is a great place to pop in for a quick bite.
Hergetova Cihelna for a special Christmas dinner.
And at night, the Prague Christmas market literally lights up! Everyone is freezing, but no one seems to mind. It’s simply a joy to be outside listening to live Christmas music, drinking mulled wine and soaking up all the holiday cheer.
Prague, you’ve made Christmastime very merry indeed! Be sure to also check out the full Prague Travel Guide before you visit!
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Bryn Bradsher says
I love Christmas markets too! I’ve only been to the ones in Germany but they are definitely magical.
Love your photos! I’ve been wanting to visit Prague!
xo Bryn
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Petite Suitcase says
Agreed! The ones in Germany are so magical. Prague is definitely a city you should visit too 🙂
Isabella says
I’ve never visited Prague before.. Looks like a really nice city! I know it looks different around this time of the year because of the Christmas-market and stuff but still..:)
Nice blog you have by the way!
X Isabella
http://just-stuff-i-like.blogspot.nl
Petite Suitcase says
It’s a nice city with unique things to enjoy no matter what the season! When I went in the summer, I had a blast paddle boarding in the river. Thanks for commenting Isabella!
Sweet Poppy says
Amazing photos!! Xxx
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Petite Suitcase says
Thank you! I’m so glad you enjoy them!
Lauren says
Amazing! Thanks so much for sharing!
xx
Lauren
Petite in Pearls
Petite Suitcase says
Thanks for commenting, Lauren. I love Prague during Christmas time. I’m glad you enjoyed it 🙂
Tatjana says
Prague is one of my favorite cities in the world but I’ve never been there this time of the year!
Thank you for showing us around the Christmas markets.
Cheers,
T.
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Petite Suitcase says
It’s quite special if you can ever make it! Thanks for coming along too!
annie says
i love how warm and colorful these photos are!!
Petite Suitcase says
Thanks Annie! I’ve been working on my editing skills ; )
Hayley Larue says
What a charming little town and such a fun place to experience during December!! <3
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Petite Suitcase says
It was so much fun!!
Kim says
Excellent photos, the Christmas market in Prague looks beautiful!
Kim
http://www.thebeachedbrunette.com
Petite Suitcase says
Thank you, Kim! It was so beautiful!
Leah says
I love mulled wine! This all looks so festive!
xx Leah
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Petite Suitcase says
Thanks Leah! I love Christmas markets! Happy Holidays!