Den Haag Royal Christmas Fair- Netherlands Christmas markets (part 1)

The Netherlands boasts several enchanting Christmas markets that capture the festive spirit and charm visitors with their twinkling lights, festive decorations, and delightful treats. Here are some of the famous ones along with their time and date:

🎄 Amsterdam Christmas Market:

• Location: Dam Square, Amsterdam
• Time and Date: Usually runs from mid-November to early January.
• Description: The Amsterdam Christmas Market on Dam Square features traditional wooden stalls selling everything from handcrafted gifts and ornaments to delicious Dutch treats like oliebollen (Dutch doughnuts) and glühwein (mulled wine). Visitors can also enjoy festive music, ice skating, and other seasonal activities.

🎅 Maastricht Christmas Market (Magical Maastricht):

• Location: Vrijthof Square, Maastricht
• Time and Date: Typically held from late November to late December.
• Description: The Maastricht Christmas Market transforms the historic Vrijthof Square into a winter wonderland, complete with an ice rink, Ferris wheel, and charming stalls offering unique gifts, crafts, and local delicacies. The market is known for its cozy atmosphere and beautiful decorations.

🎁 Dordrecht Christmas Market:

• Location: City Center, Dordrecht
• Time and Date: Usually takes place on the second weekend of December.
• Description: The Dordrecht Christmas Market is one of the largest in the Netherlands, featuring hundreds of stalls spread throughout the historic city center. Visitors can browse a wide variety of merchandise, enjoy live music performances, and indulge in traditional Dutch snacks while soaking up the festive ambiance.

🌟 Valkenburg Christmas Market (Christmas Town Valkenburg):

• Location: Valkenburg aan de Geul
• Time and Date: Typically runs from mid-November to late December.
• Description: Valkenburg’s Christmas Market is unique in that it takes place in the Velvet Cave, an underground labyrinth of caves and tunnels. Visitors can explore the atmospheric underground market stalls selling crafts, decorations, and regional specialties, as well as enjoy festive entertainment and activities.

These Christmas markets offer visitors the opportunity to experience the holiday season in true Dutch style, with festive cheer, delicious treats, and plenty of seasonal shopping opportunities. Whether you’re strolling through the streets of Amsterdam or exploring the caves of Valkenburg, these markets are sure to delight visitors of all ages.

The Royal Christmas Fair is one of the largest and nicest Christmas markets in the Netherlands. From December 7 to 23, 2023, the Royal Christmas Fair is held to bring Christmas atmosphere with twinkling lights and well-known Christmas songs.
Here is the timetable of the days of the market:
December 7 – December 23
Monday
12:00 – 21:00
Tuesday
12:00 – 21:00
Wednesday
12:00 – 21:00
Thursday
12:00 – 21:00
Friday
12:00 – 21:00
Saturday
12:00 – 21:00
Sunday
12:00 – 21:00

Website:
https://denhaag.com/nl/agenda/royal-c...

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