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Christmas markets in Sofia
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Sofia • City Garden (Alexander Batenberg Square)
The oldest Christmas market in Sofia, celebrating its 15th year in 2025. Known for traditional German sausages, potato fries, sweet treats, and a wide variety of handmade crafts and souvenirs. Features a stage with live performances and a festive atmosphere with all stand names written in German.
Sofia • National Palace of Culture
A large Christmas market positioned in the gardens at the front of the National Palace of Culture. Primarily focused on food and drinks with numerous stalls, amusement arcades for children, and a stage featuring live performances by choirs and singers. Known for Viennese Wursts and specialty fries with pulled pork or sausages.
Sofia • St. Alexander Nevsky Cathedral Square
An informal Christmas market featuring food booths and festive decorations in front of Bulgaria's largest cathedral. Includes special events like the Coca-Cola Goodness Truck workshop for making Christmas toys and sending letters to Santa, as well as the lighting ceremony of the 15-meter Christmas tree.
Sofia • Goce Delchev Boulevard
A Christmas market organized by Pazari Yug located on Goce Delchev Boulevard in the Krasno Selo neighborhood. Operates from early December through early January.
Sofia • Slaveykov Square
A relatively small Christmas market located about 5 minutes walking distance from the main markets. Heavily focused on handmade items and souvenirs with limited food options including sausages, burgers, fries, and various drinks including coffee with Baileys and cocktails.
Sofia • Gerena Park
A Christmas market in Gerena Park with an opening ceremony on December 12 at 15:30, featuring an awards ceremony for the best decorated commercial establishment competition.
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