Can you smell Christmas approaching? The joy that comes with this time of year is unique. The cold that pinches your face, the lights that begin to illuminate the stores, homes and town, decorations and wreaths with Mariah Carey already in the background waiting with anticipation for the most wonderful day. It is hard to find anything negative about this period that brings a lot of light and lightness. Finally, even the Grinch has found the joy of Christmas. Among the many things to do this month, why not check out Europe’s largest indoor Christmas market? There is also a promotion for trains departing from Milan to this destination but not only. There are many destinations in Switzerland to admire its magical markets.
The journey is a bit long because it takes at least 4 hours by train. But the sacrifice will be repaid abundantly. If not more. An enchanted world awaits you in which to wander and fill your eyes. The train station in this city is dressed in lights and enchantment and will make you experience unique emotions. If we tell you it deserves trust us and you will not regret it.
Europe’s largest indoor Christmas market.
If you are looking for magic, sweet temptations, delicious hot drinks, and irresistible little items to buy, you must take a trip to Europe’s largest Christmas market located in Zurich. Well yes, here is the city unveiled. Far away you will say. Perhaps. But as Milan is well connected, it can be done serenely.
The market of choice is the Christkindlimarkt inside the Zurich train station. Pay attention. As many as 140 stalls to wander among and a Christmas tree over 10 meters high from the Uetliberg forest, set up and decorated by Lindt & Sprüngli! Then it’s right there conveniently just off the train. No effort required. The market opens from Nov. 21 through Dec. 24 with the following hours Sunday through Wednesday 11 a.m. – 9 p.m. Thursday through Saturday 11 a.m. – 10 p.m. Dec. 24 11 a.m. – 4 p.m. For children there is an entertainment program, including a fun carousel, and for all visitors there is much to discover: you will find handicrafts, fine woolen clothes, spirits, all kinds of sweet and savory food specialties. Unbelievable. Not to be missed! A winter wonderland with a magical atmosphere.