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European Christmas markets and seasonal festivities prepare for 2026
Various European cities are preparing for the 2026 holiday season with a variety of Christmas markets, light displays, and seasonal events.
In Germany, several regions have announced specific festivities. The Westfield Centro in Oberhausen will host a large market featuring a drone show and a “Lights On” ceremony from November 13 to December 23. In North Rhine-Westphalia, Schloss Merode will host a romantic market from November 25 to December 22, while Lindau on Lake Constance will hold its harbor Christmas market from November 26 to December 20. Other notable locations include Wolfenbüttel, Konstanz, Singen, and Radolfzell. In Lübeck, police have announced enhanced security measures for the upcoming market, including the first-time use of a mobile video surveillance system to ensure public safety.
In Austria, the Murhof Golf Club in Frohnleiten will host a “Nutcracker” themed light park from November 13, 2026, to January 10, 2027, featuring over 300 light installations. Vienna is also preparing its 2026 market schedule.
In Romania, Brașov has received a 26-meter natural Christmas tree, weighing eight tons, to serve as the centerpiece for its festivities in Piața Sfatului. Other Romanian cities, including Craiova and Sibiu, are scheduled to begin their holiday markets in mid-November.
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