Discover the best Christmas markets in the Netherlands here. Do you want to fully enjoy the Christmas atmosphere? Then definitely visit one of the Christmas markets 2016 in the Netherlands from these top 8, selected especially for you.
The Christmas market in the Valkenburg municipal cave is not only one of the largest, but also the most popular Christmas markets in the country. Not so surprising when you consider that every year 100,000 visitors travel to Valkenburg especially for the Christmas market. This year visitors can enjoy tens of kilometers of atmospheric illuminated cave passages, brightly decorated market stalls, snacks, drinks and of course lots of fun from Friday 18 to Friday 23 December 2016.
When:Friday 18 to Friday 23 December 2016
Where:Municipal Cave Valkenburg
Time:10:00 AM – 8:00 PM, Friday and Saturday 10:00 AM – 9:00 PM
Admission:€7.00
€5.00 (children up to 12 years)
Free (children 5 years)
The Maastricht Christmas Market is part of Magical Maastricht, in which the city is dominated by the upcoming holidays for almost a month. From December 2, 2016 to January 1, 2017, visitors can enjoy the conviviality, including several Christmas markets that can be found throughout the city. With plenty of entertainment in the form of music, Christmas decorations and much more, young and old are guaranteed to enjoy.
When:December 2, 2016 to January 1, 2017
Where:Maastricht (including Vrijthof, Onze Lieve Vrouwe Plein)
Time:all day
Admission:free
In fact, Amsterdam is about much more than just a Christmas market. In the month of December, the various squares in Amsterdam are buzzing with all kinds of Christmas stalls, an ice rink, a large Christmas tree on Dam Square, authentic winter Dutch delicacies and a real winter market. The Amsterdam Christmas Market takes place from the end of November 2016 to the beginning of January 2017.
When:late November 2016 to early January 2017
Where:Amsterdam (see website)
Time:see website
Entrance:free
Anyone who loves Keukenhof in spring will certainly be amazed at the Keukenhof Christmas Fair . For three days, from December 8 to December 11, 2016, visitors are welcomed to the Keukenhof estate. There is a special program for the children in the afternoon.
When:December 8 to December 11, 2016
Where:Keukenhof
Lisse
Time:see website
Access:see website
From 30 November to 4 December 2016, the Rotterdam Ahoyhallen will be transformed into a large covered Christmas market where there will be much to see and do for the whole family. While enjoying live music you can follow various workshops, there are special activities for children including a merry-go-round. In short:plenty to do at the winter fair Rotterdam.
When:November 30 to December 4, 2016
Where:Ahoy
Ahoyweg 10, Rotterdam
Time:10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Admission:€13.50
€7.50 (children from 3 to 12 years)
Free (children up to 3 years)
Of course, Christmas is also celebrated extensively in the royal city of The Hague with the Royal Christmas Fair The Hague. From 15 to 23 December, the city center of The Hague will be dominated by Christmas items, Christmas lights, typical Christmas drinks and snacks and much more. The well-known Glühwein will also be available.
When:15 to 23 December 2016
Where:Lange Voorhout, The Hague
Time:all day
Entrance:free
The Leiden Christmas market is unique:it is the only floating Christmas market in the Netherlands. A real must see! The floating Christmas market will take place from 16 to 28 December 2016 in the historic part of the city center, in the middle of the water of the Nieuwe Rijn. For people who don't have sea legs or want to do something else:there is an ice rink on the quay and entertainment is guaranteed during the nostalgic fair.
When:16 to 28 December 2016
Where:Leiden city center
Time:12:00 – 21:00
Entrance:free
From 16 to 18 December 2016, Dordrecht will be dominated by the Christmas market. Hundreds of stalls, live performances by gospel choirs, an ice rink and a real Christmas carols sing-a-long on Friday, the whole family can fully enjoy the cozy atmosphere. In addition to a musical accompaniment, there are various stages scattered throughout the city center where you can enjoy street theater and other performances. In short:there is no getting bored during these best Christmas markets 2016 Netherlands.
When:16 to 18 December 2016
Where:Dordrecht (center)
Time:all day
Entrance:free
I hope you enjoy and visit at least 1 of the best Christmas markets 2016 in the Netherlands to get into the Christmas mood with your family, partner, boyfriend or girlfriend.
