About
About Christmas Market Guide
An independent travel guide to Europe's winter markets, written in our own words by people who keep going back.
Who we are
Christmas Market Guide is published by Guangmei Technology Co., Ltd. It is an independent travel guide to Europe's Christmas markets — the famous squares, the quiet lanes, and the food and drink that make a cold evening worth standing outside for. We are not affiliated with any city, market or stall, and we do not sell listings or take payment for coverage.
What we cover
The site is organised into four sections. Market Guides walk through individual markets in detail — layout, stalls, food, opening hours and what to skip. City Guides treat the whole city as a winter destination, with routes, dates and practical advice. Food & Drink covers the dishes and drinks that define each market. Journal collects essays and field notes from the market trail.
How we work
Every article is based on real visits and on public information from official city and market sources. We write everything in our own words, we correct errors when readers point them out, and we flag the facts that change every season — dates, opening hours and prices — so you know to check them before travelling. There are no sponsored favourites and no filler paragraphs.
Who it's for
The guides are written for first-time visitors who want a plan and for regulars who want to compare markets before choosing a weekend. If you are planning a first Christmas market trip, start with the Market Guides and the Journal; if you are deciding between cities, start with the City Guides.
Contact
Questions, corrections and market tips are welcome. Write to zhaojingping@iguangmei.com — we read everything and reply to reader questions about Europe's Christmas markets. See the contact page for details, and the FAQ for quick answers.