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In many European cities, Christmas isn’t just one day of festivities, but an entire month of celebrations. Here are some traditions to look out for, so you can really experience Christmas on your European Tour.
Celebrated on 5th December, his is when Sinterklaas, or St. Nicholas, arrives with a sack full of presents, to celebrate a night of festivities
People attempt to consume 12 different alcoholic drinks – usually pints – at 12 different venues, in a single night, and usually while wearing Christmas sweaters.
Christmas in Norway is very much a festival of light. One of the most popular days of the season is the Queen of Lights, on the 13th of December.
The Le Reveillon de Noël, or Christmas Eve Feast, may well be the foodie event of the year in France having multi-course events, involving large amounts of fine wine and food
These festivities typically involve hundreds of women dressed up as Befana. They usually coincide with Christmas markets where you can purchase toys and candy.
If there’s one Christmas tradition that several European countries share, it’s that of Christmas markets. They’re the perfect way to get into the Christmas spirit.
