Le Marché de Noël

Christmas has arrived in Strasbourg! Lights, decorations, Christmas trees and window displays announce the arrival of the "most wonderful time of the year". It seems like the whole city has been taken over! A mamouth pine tree has even been transplanted to one of the main squares in town and decorated with lights and ornaments.

The biggest addition to the city though has been all of the Christmas markets! Christmas markets are a German tradition that was passed over to Alsace thanks to the shared heritage. Every open square has been filled with tiny cabins offering food, spiced wine, ornaments, crafts, gifts, etc. At night, the markets are especially packed and it can be difficult to make your way through the crowd! During the very first day of the markets, Nadja, Jessica and I headed out to see what they are about! Our favorite part? Free samples!