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Germany isn’t the only country which does Christmas markets well. Strasbourg, France, is the home to one of Europe’s largest Christmas markets (which is also France’s oldest Christmas market).
Strasbourg is a charming city worth a visit even without the Christmas market. It lies right on the boarder with Germany, and you’ll see a mixture of […]
In Switzerland, Saint Nicholas is known as “Samichlaus” and officially visits children on December 6th, but he starts making appearances on the streets of Zurich several weeks before then. He is usually accompanied by Schmutzli (a dark-faced assistant who is ‘dirty’ from soot, according to the more politically-correct version of the local legend), and a […]
I hear that the ski season is off to a great start in the Alps. After last year’s ridiculous lack of snow, this is fabulous news. I can’t wait to get back to Germany and dig my skis out of storage!
Oh, and if you happen to be closer to the British Isles than the Alps, […]
I’m in the US this month, visiting friends and family in several states. One topic of conversation that keeps coming up is how very expensive Europe has become for Americans given the dollar’s recent slide against the euro and other currencies.
Actually this slide has been going on for a while now, as this article from […]
I love December in Europe. This continent really does the Christmas season well. Markets pop up in hundreds of cities in and around Germany, full of holiday decorations, handicrafts, seasonal treats and hot drinks. You’ll often find Christmas markets in multiple squares around a city or town, each market consisting of a cluster of small […]
Hi Europe String readers! I’m Jul, and I’ll be your new blogger. I know I have big shoes to fill, and I’m honored to be taking over for a fabulous writer like Melissa.
I suppose I should start by telling you a little about myself. I’m originally from the US, and I’ve lived in Europe on […]
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