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Brno authentic Christmas market on Freedom Square with twin-domed architecture in winter

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Ostrava's iconic clock tower and wooden stalls at a festive Christmas market

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Prague Old Town Square adorned with festive Christmas market stalls in winter.

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Ostrava Christmas market stalls at Masarykovo náměstí in winter daylight

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Prague Church of Our Lady before Týn illuminated at Christmas

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Prague aerial view featuring the Church of Our Lady before Týn during Christmas market season

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Ostrava yellow clock tower at Masarykovo náměstí during winter Christmas market

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Brno's enchanting blue-hour Christmas market with golden lights

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Ostrava authentic Christmas market stalls in winter with Belle Époque architecture

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Brno main square illuminated by a giant Christmas tree during winter festivities

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Brno nativity scene framed by snow-covered Central European architecture during winter

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Ostrava Christmas market scene in winter with festive decorations

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Cities in Czechia

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Prague

4 Markets

Christmas markets in Prague

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Brno

9 Markets

Christmas markets in Brno

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Ostrava

9 Markets

Christmas markets in Ostrava

Festive Christmas tree adorned with decorations and presents under twinkling market lights.

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Pilsen

3 Markets

Christmas markets in Pilsen

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Olomouc

4 Markets

Christmas markets in Olomouc

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České Budějovice

1 Market

Christmas markets in České Budějovice

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Český Krumlov

1 Market

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Festive decorations and colorful lights at a European Christmas market, evoking holiday magic.

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Vánoční trhy - Upper Square and Lower Square

Olomouc • Upper Square and Lower Square

Historic Olomouc transforms into a fairytale Christmas village during the advent season, with markets spanning two main squares and the Marketplace area. The city is renowned for its rich selection of hot beverages, featuring dozens of original punches and mulled wine served in unique Christmas-themed mugs. The markets include traditional crafts, regional gifts, free ice skating, a Ferris wheel, and daily cultural programs.

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Ostravské Vánoce

Ostrava • Masaryk Square

Ostrava's main Christmas celebration spans five stages across the city center, featuring over 40 market stalls, a Christmas Ferris wheel, ice skating rink, and rich cultural programming. The market is known for its industrial heritage setting near the world-unique Dolní Vítkovice area and the highest city hall tower in the Czech Republic. Entertainment includes concerts, dulcimer music, theatrical performances, and special children's activities.

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Vánoční trhy - Concord Square

Český Krumlov • Concord Square

The Christmas market features food and drinks, Christmas themed products and traditional crafts. Held on Concord Square in the historic center of Český Krumlov, this market was ranked 9th among the most beautiful Christmas markets in Europe by The Times. The market offers traditional punch, gastronomic specialties, and handmade Christmas decorations unique to South Bohemia.

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Christmas Journey Through Prague Castle

Prague • Prague Castle

A Christmas experience at Prague Castle featuring the Bethlehem Yurt by Forman Brothers Theatre, a forest of Christmas trees with traditional Czech blown glass ornaments, and concerts by Prague elementary art school choirs. The event includes workshops, tea corner, board games, and hybrids in the yurt, with free entry to all parts of the Christmas Journey.

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Vánoční trhy České Budějovice

České Budějovice • Přemysl Otakar II Square

The Christmas market in České Budějovice transforms Přemysl Otakar II Square into a festive village with around 100 wooden stalls offering traditional Czech products, gifts, and refreshments. A unique feature is the ice skating rink around Samson's Fountain in the center of the square, along with a viewing tower, nativity scene, and Ferris wheel. The market is known for its authentic atmosphere and was ranked 9th among Europe's most beautiful Christmas markets by The Times in 2023.

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Vánoční trhy - Brno city center

Brno • Brno city center

Brno was named European Capital of Christmas 2024, featuring markets spread across eight locations in the city center. The markets offer traditional crafts, regional foods, cultural programs, and unique attractions including ice skating, a Ferris wheel, and light installations. Brno's Christmas markets are recognized as among the best in Europe.

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Vánoční trhy - Republic Square

Pilsen • Republic Square

The main Christmas market in Pilsen transforms Republic Square into a festive wonderland with over 60 wooden stalls offering traditional crafts, regional specialties, and warm beverages. Features include a large Christmas tree, carved wooden nativity scene with life-sized figures, live animals, historic carousel, and Ferris wheel. The market is accompanied by daily cultural programs including folk traditions, craft demonstrations, and carol singing.

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Ostravské Vánoce - Masarykovo náměstí

Ostrava • Masaryk Square

The main location of Ostrava's Christmas celebrations, featuring approximately 40 sales stalls offering traditional delicacies, warm drinks, and handcrafted gifts. The square hosts the Main Stage with daily concerts, carol singing, and dulcimer music performances, along with a Christmas Ferris wheel and the city's main Christmas tree lighting ceremony.

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