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The 2019 Christmas markets in Switzerland

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Basel Christmas market

The Christmas market in the old town center of Basel, Switzerland.

The Swiss Christmas markets, and more

The Christmas markets are a good reason to visit Switzerland in late November or December. Combine a city trip, one or more Christmas markets, and a visit to the snowy mountains for the ultimate Christmas feeling. There's only day light from about 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM, so you'll have plenty of time to enjoy the illuminated Swiss cities and towns.

Famous Christmas markets

There are smaller and larger Christmas markets all over Switzerland, mainly between mid November and December 24. Some are open for weeks, others just a day or two. There is even one on top of Mount Pilatus (16 to 18 November 2019).

The main Christmas markets in 2019

Ideal December itinerary

Our proposal for an ideal December visit to Switzerland: start with a few days in a city to experience the cosy December feeling and of course the Christmas markets. Then travel to the mountains, preferable by a scenic train. Explore the peaks of the Swiss Alps and enjoy the views, before returning home to celebrate Christmas. Do note that this time is considered low season, so do check the timetables and opening hours of places you'd like to visit. Some cableways and mountain trains may not be operational.

Itinerary suggestion: Zürich and Wengen

First spend a few days in Zurich. Your can visit the Christmas markets in Basel, Bern, Lucerne and Zurich from here if you wish. Then spend a day on scenic railroads: take the train to Chur, then the Glacier Express route to Brig, and finally travel to Wengen to enjoy the mountains. A shorter route is Zurich - Lucerne - Interlaken - Wengen via the Golden Pass line.

Itinerary suggestion: a week in Lucerne

The city of Lucerne offers many options, including a Christmas market. Your can also make day trips to the Christmas markets in Basel, Bern and Zurich from here. Apart from that, mountains like Pilatus, Rigi and Titlis are nearby and make for an easy day trip.

CHRISTMAS MARKETS IN SWITZERLAND

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Guided Magic Christmas group tour in Zurich

Your private local guided will show you the center of Zurich, and the Christmas markets at the central station and in the Niederdorf district. This tour is best for groups from 4 to 10 people.

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  • Attraction type: city tour;
    christmas market
  • Escort: private guide
  • Region: Zurich (Region Zurich)
  • Duration: 1 day or less
  • Details & booking: Viator.com

Guided Magic Christmas group tour in Geneva

Your private local guided will show you the center of Geneva, and the Christmas market at the Rue de Mont Blanc. This tour is best for groups from 4 to 10 people.

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Guided Magic Christmas group tour in Basel

Your private local guided will show you the historical center of Basel, and the Christmas market at the Barfüsserplatz. This tour is best for groups from 4 to 10 people.

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Guided Magic Christmas group tour in Vevey

Your private local guided will show you the center of Vevey and its Christmas market near Lake Geneva. This tour is best for groups from 4 to 10 people.

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COVID-19 safeActivities with extra hygiene measures to guarantee your safety Free cancellationAt least one (usually all) retailers listed here offer free cancellation for this activity

Guided small group walking tour in Christmassy Lucerne

Explore the historical center of Lucerne in the weeks before Christmas during this guided walking tour along the Christmas decorations and the markets. Up to 6 participants.

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Free cancellationAt least one (usually all) retailers listed here offer free cancellation for this activity

Christmas in France, Germany and Switzerland in 1 day

The tour starts in Colmar (France), which is 45 minutes by train from Basel. The bus can pick you up at your hotel in Colmar. You'll visit the fortification of Neuf-Brisach in France, and then the Christmas market in Freiburg, Germany. At night you'll visit the market of Basel, Switzerland.

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  • Attraction type: christmas market;
    city tour
  • Escort: mix of guided/not guided
  • Duration: 1 day or less
  • Details & booking: Viator.com

Guided small group walking tour in Christmassy Zurich

Explore Zurich in the weeks before Christmas during this guided walking tour along the Christmas decorations, the luxurious shops of the Bahnhofstrasse and the Christmas markets. This is ideal for groups of 10 to 12 people.

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  • Attraction type: city tour;
    christmas market
  • Escort: private guide
  • Region: Zurich (Region Zurich)
  • Duration: 1 day or less
  • Details & booking: Viator.com

3-day pre-Christmas trip to Montreux from Geneva

You'll take the train from Geneva to Montreux to visit the Christmas market. The next day there's a scenic ride to the home of Santa Claus on top of the mountain Rochers-de-Naye, and a visit to the Christmas market. Day 3 is reserved for Chillon Castle. The trip ends in Geneva.

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  • Attraction type: culture, museum;
    city tour;
    christmas market;
    natural site, mountain top, by train
  • Escort: independent (no guide)
  • Region: Geneva (South-West Switzerland)
  • Duration: 3 days
  • Details & booking: Tours4fun

3 days of Christmas markets in Bern and Zurich

You'll stay in wonderful Bern for 2 nights, to visit the Christmas market and to enjoy the guided tour in town. Public transport in Bern and return train tickets from Zurich airport are included. You can of course visit the Christmas market in Zurich as well.

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COVID-19 safeActivities with extra hygiene measures to guarantee your safety

Christmas in France, Germany and Switzerland in 4 days

You'll stay in Basel for 3 nights to visit the Christmas markets in Basel, Freiburg im Breisgau (Germany) and Colmar (France). Breaskfast, public transport in Basel and return train tickets to Freiburg im Breisgau and Colmar are included.

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