Need help and ideas for the following trip please. I would like to fly into Belgium and stay close to train station but close enough to the Christmas markets. (Walking distance as I will be traveling alone.) maybe a couple to three days in Brussels then catch the train to Luxembourg for a couple days. Haven’t gotten far enough to check if Luxembourg has Christmas markets. Then catch the train to Zurich and stay there a week. I’ve never been to Europe during Christmas and want to experience this before I’m no longer able to travel. Any suggestions for hotels, what and where to go? I am familiar with Zurich and can get around in Switzerland. Thank you all for your suggestions and recommendations.
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Green Bay
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In Brussels, stay near Brussel Central Station, which is walking distance of the Grand Place, and I assume there would be a Christmas market there or close by.
On the way to Zurich, you should stop at Strasbourg (its on the way) for the fabulous Christmas Markets they have there.
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San Diego, California
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Oh, do visit the Strasbourg and Colmar Xmas markets, which are some of the most incredible markets I have ever had the pleasure to experience.
The Zurich main train station has the largest indoor Xmas market in Europe. I liked the markets in Bern, but the other Swiss markets I have visited are somewhat smaller in scope.
If possible, after the Strasbourg markets, go on to Stuttgart and Esslingen, Germany. I'll attach my 2019 Trip Report, during which I had a magical experience!
Safe travels!
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zurich city also has Christmas markets in the town. The train station is wonderful too. It is a beautiful time to visit, enjoy.