Your Perfect European Christmas Market Packing List in Only Carry-On Luggage in 2025

Traveling to a European Christmas Market sounds magical, but packing for it can feel overwhelming in the winter. As a pilot’s wife who only packs carry-on luggage, I've put together my best travel essentials for a Christmas Market trip. In this 6-part packing guide for a Christmas Market in Europe, you'll get my full strategy: the perfect warm travel outfits, what anti-theft gear and outdoor essentials to bring for crowded markets, plus my top carry-on packing tips. I also cover the technology you'll want and what NOT to pack.

Christmas Market Trip Essentials:
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Green water-repellent coat (packable L): https://bit.ly/WaterResistantLongCoat
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Fair isle sweater (M): https://amzn.to/4pF8NYl
Fleece pullover (L): https://amzn.to/4pHz9sr
Cashmere sweater (L): https://bit.ly/CashmereSoftestEver
White sweater blazer (M): https://bit.ly/4mWWLHS
Vest (L): https://amzn.to/46XEq7Z
Silk tee (washable M): https://bit.ly/4hwwFrO
Hot chilly thermal shirt (XL): https://amzn.to/3IyASzS
Black denim (10 or 12): https://bit.ly/BlackDenimStretch
Gray denim (10): cannot find a link
Hot chilly thermal pants(L): https://bit.ly/BlackThermalBottoms
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Fleece-lined leggings (water-resistant L): https://amzn.to/46DrS4f
Joggers (3 lengths L): https://amzn.to/46pAM6R
2 piece set (I have green and the turquoise L): https://amzn.to/3IcXANE
Green jacket (L): https://bit.ly/WaterResistantLongCoat
Gloves (hybrid means they can type): https://amzn.to/46HWvFR
Larger gloves same company: https://amzn.to/46HKZKw
Satin-lined hat: https://amzn.to/3VGMHqy
Columbia waterproof boots: https://bit.ly/WaterproofColumbiaYTBoot
Merrell waterproof hiking shoes: https://amzn.to/485IUus
Mid-calf waterproof boots: https://bit.ly/WaterproofYTBlackMidCa...
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Black sneaker boots water-resistant: https://bit.ly/RykaWaterResistSneaker...
Tide sink packets: https://amzn.to/3KHGlVu
Compression cubes (6 pieces): https://amzn.to/45jFSQh
Bags for euros: https://amzn.to/42dyZPJ
Adapters: https://amzn.to/4l8dx5e
Tiny unbrella: https://amzn.to/42KIZQy
Slash-resistant purse: https://bit.ly/SlashResistantYTPurse
Larger crossbody slash-resistant: https://amzn.to/4mECWUK
Merino wool socks: https://amzn.to/3VEkxN2
Higher up merino wool socks: https://amzn.to/3KpRSZw
RFID blocking wallet: https://amzn.to/4mz4jQ3
RFID blocking sleeve: https://amzn.to/45qWN4t
Hidden pocket sock (holds a credit card): https://amzn.to/41bvTey
Zipper clips: https://amzn.to/4q1f011
Backpack with locking zippers (for touring & souvenirs): https://amzn.to/4nlDfF7
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TRTL neck pillow: https://amzn.to/4oaSqBT
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Chapters:
00:00 What you need to pack for Christmas Market trip
00:44 Pack a water-repellent coat
1:31 Travel outfits for Christmas Market in Europe
2:15 Wear sweaters to keep warm
3:53 Vest can hide valuables
5:48 Pants for Europe Christmas Markets
6:41 Fleece-lined pants
8:20 Outerwear needed for winter
9:46 Shoes for Christmas Market
10:41 Travel tip avoid bulky shoes
10:54 Part 2 do 2 things before packing
11:41 How I pack for rain
12:27 Part 3 packing tips for European Christmas Markets
13:32 Get euros at atm
15:13 Outerwear for anti-theft in Crowds
17:04 How to bring souvenirs
20:37 What not to pack for Christmas Markets in Europe

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