Rather than spending money on a traditional Christmas, why not treat yourself to a vacation at one of these festive destinations that will create unforgettable memories? Here's a list of my top 4 favorite locations to spend Christmas with along with ...
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Colmar, France
Zermatt, Switzerland
Vienna, Austria
Salzburg, Austria
Colmar, France
Colmar, France is unlike any other Christmas destination I've been to. The entire town looks like a Disney Christmas movie. This is the top destination to visit if you want to see a picturesque town fully decked out.
All the info you need on the Christmas markets of Colmar
Christmas in Colmar - Christmas in Alsace
Visit Christmas markets outside of Colmar. On this tour, browse for gift ideas among the pretty Christmas markets of Basel, Freiburg, and Neuf-Brisach, and cover France, Germany, and Switzerland in one day with ease.
Christmas across the 3 borders
The service includes the 45-minute chocolate workshop and 1h30 audio-guided tour of the museum.
Colmar: Chocolate creation workshop at Choco-Story
Interesting museum about the man who designed the Statue of Liberty.
Musée Bartholdi - All You Need to Know BEFORE You Go (2025)
Vacation Rentals in Colmar
Colmar Vacation Rentals, Grand Est: house rentals & more | Vrbo
Affordable option in city center
Ibis Styles Colmar Centre Hotel
Hotel near Petite Venice
→ Hotel in Colmar, on Alsace's Wines Road · Hotel Colombier ...
My favorite restaurant in Colmar. Get the escargot and braised beef cheeks.
LUCAS & CHRIS RESTAURANT (LE LC), Colmar - Restaurant Reviews, Photos & Reservations - Tripadvisor
Zermatt may be missing Christmas markets, but the snow is sure to put a smile on your face. Enjoy the incredible nature with tons of outdoor activities like skiing and snoeshowing.
Loved taking lessons at Summit Ski School
Summit Ski School
Get the most incredible views with this train ride to the observation deck.
Mount Gornergrat: Zermatt's Spectacular Summit Ticket
For the adventure seekers
FLYMATTERHORN VIP Paragliding from Zermatt, With Matterhorn View
Where to go shopping on your trip
Shopping - Zermatt
Zermatt mostly has vacation rentals with some hotels
Zermatt Vacation Rentals, Valais: house rentals & more | Vrbo
Splurge on this luxury stay in Zermatt
The Omnia, Zermatt (updated prices 2025)
Learn about The underground world of the Matterhorn Museum reveals the past of the village of Zermatt. With original houses, multimedia room and objects from the first ascent of the Matterhorn.
Ticket Matterhorn Museum | Zermatt Experience
Private Zermatt Village and Glacier Paradise Tour
Alpine Elegance Private Zermatt Village and Glacier Paradise Tour
Find the best photo spots with this guided photo hike
Photo Hike through Zermatt to catch best Matterhorn Pictures
