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Illustrative photo BERGFESTival Saalbach, Austria 2026/2027: Dates, Tickets & Ski Festival
BERGFESTival 2026 runs from 3 to 6 December 2026 in Saalbach, Austria, pairing ski-season opening days with live music on the Schattberg Stage and parties across mountain huts and clubs. Festival tickets are limited and currently listed from about EUR 125 on berg-festival.com.
Illustrative photo Røros Christmas Market 2026 – Program, UNESCO Mining Town & Guide
Experience the magical Røros Christmas Market in Norway from 3 to 6 December 2026. Set among UNESCO-listed wooden buildings, enjoy traditional crafts, horse-drawn sleigh rides, and an unforgettable winter atmosphere.
Illustrative photo BERGFESTival Saalbach Hinterglemm 2026: Kicking Off Winter with Music
BERGFESTival Saalbach Hinterglemm 2026 runs from December 3 to 6 and kicks off winter with live music across several stages in the village and on mountain huts.
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Illustrative photo Royal Christmas Fair The Hague 2026 – Dates, Program & Visitor Guide
From 3 Dec to 23 Dec 2026, the Royal Christmas Fair transforms The Hague's stately Lange Voorhout boulevard with thousands of lights, festive chalets, and a uniquely elegant winter atmosphere.
Illustrative photo Ghent Christmas Market 2026 – Winterfeesten & Gravensteen
From 3 December 2026 to 3 January 2027, Ghent turns into a winter wonderland. Experience the Gentse Winterfeesten featuring over 150 stalls, a giant Ferris wheel, and the spectacularly illuminated Gravensteen Castle in the city's historic heart.
Illustrative photo Lucerne Christmas Market 2026 – Traditional Christmas Magic in Lucerne
The Lozärner Weihnachtsmärt 2026 takes place from 3 to 21 December on Franziskanerplatz in the historic Old Town. Complemented by Rudolfs Weihnacht at Inseli Park, the craft market at Weinmarkt and the international Forum Venite, Lucerne offers a unique mix of tradition, crafts and lake views – with free admission.
Illustrative photo Advent am Arlberg 2026 – Christmas Magic in Lech Zürs
Advent am Arlberg 2026 takes place from 3 to 24 December in Lech Zürs. Atmospheric markets in Lech, Zürs and Zug, lantern walks and the combination with skiing make the pre-Christmas period in the Alpine region a special experience with free admission.
Illustrative photo Merseburg Castle Christmas Market 2026 – Festive Magic between Castle and Cathedral
The Merseburg Castle Christmas Market 2026 takes place from 3 to 6 December in the historic cathedral-castle ensemble. With regional handicrafts, culinary specialities and a stage programme between castle and cathedral, it offers a unique Advent atmosphere with free admission.
Illustrative photo Tiefer Stollen Christmas Market 2026 – Underground in Aalen
The Tiefer Stollen Christmas Market 2026 takes place from 3 to 6 December at and in the visitor mine in Aalen-Wasseralfingen. With a mine train ride into the festively lit tunnels and a market above ground, it offers a unique Advent experience in Germany.
Illustrative photo Ghent Christmas Market 2026: Winter Magic in the Old Town
The Ghent Christmas Market (Gentse Winterfeesten) runs from December 3, 2026 to January 3, 2027 in the historic old town. Over 150 chalets, an ice rink and a Ferris wheel bring festive cheer around Saint Bavo's Cathedral, with free entry to the whole market.