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Christmas market cruises

2026-2027 Christmas market tours in Europe

Christmas markets in Alsace and in Europe is a fairy tale journey! Discover the most beautiful European cities decorated in style and beauty for the end of the year celebrations. For this edition of the 2026 Christmas Markets and 2027 Christmas Markets, Strasbourg and the other host cities have plenty of surprises in store for you, and we will take you on a cruise to meet them.

Strasbourg and the wine route, Vienna, Budapest or Bratislava, all these picturesque cities!

For more than 400 years, the Strasbourg Christmas market has been welcoming many visitors every year. It is has now become the largest in Europe, the chalets with fairy decorations, traditional Alsatian houses and the many specialties to enjoy and live a magical moment!

It's also an opportunity to find unique presents for friends and family to put under your tree...

Do not wait, book our cruises in the heart of the European Christmas markets.

Our Christmas Market Itineraries

The Seine

The Seine

The Rhône and Provence

The Rhône and Provence

The Rhine

The Rhine

The Danube

The Danube

The Elbe

The Elbe

Andalusia

Andalusia

Venice and Naples/Amalfi Coast

Venice and Naples/Amalfi Coast

Belgium

Belgium

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PASSION FOR CRUISES S I N C E 1 976 CANALS • RIVERS • OCEANS 2026-2027 E D I T I O N
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2026 Christmas Markets & Christmas Eve Cruises
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Christmas Markets and Christmas Eve Cruises ALSACE • RHINE • DANUBE • ELBE • RIVERS OF FRANCE • ITALY • CANARY ISLANDS 2026 EDITION

Enchanted Europe: Christmas Markets Along the Waterways

The Rhine and Alsace: The Cradle of Advent Traditions

The Rhine invites you to a magical getaway to discover Europe’s most beautiful and iconic Christmas markets. In an authentic and welcoming setting, you’ll experience the best of the local traditions associated with this festive season: mulled wine, bredeles, and holiday lights come together to create a unique atmosphere that blends the charm of Alsace with that of the Rhine region. From Strasbourg to Cologne, via Basel or Freiburg depending on the itinerary, Gothic cathedrals sparkle with a thousand lights and the scent of spices fills the cobblestone streets: a total immersion in the magic of Advent.

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The Danube, the Seine, the Elbe, and Provence: Christmas in Europe Across All Latitudes

From the banks of the Seine adorned with Parisian lights to the quays of Vienna and Budapest, where the illuminations are reflected in the dark waters of the Danube, via Dresden and its centuries-old markets along the Elbe, and the Provençal villages bathed in soft winter light, CroisiEurope offers a range of destinations to experience the magic of the holidays in a whole new way. Each river reveals its own take on Christmas, blending Baroque architecture, Germanic traditions, the French art of living, and Mediterranean charm.

Belgium, Andalusia, and Venice: Christmas Off the Beaten Path

For travelers seeking a less conventional Christmas, CroisiEurope opens up other horizons that are just as enchanting. The Flemish canals of Bruges, Ghent, and Antwerp are decked out with garlands and chalets for markets with a Nordic elegance, while Andalusia offers a Christmas in the sun, featuring flamenco, blooming orange trees, and the colorful markets of Seville and Córdoba. Finally, Venice and its lagoon are transformed into a fairy-tale setting during the holiday season, with its illuminated palaces and canals creating one of Europe’s most beautiful winter scenes.

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A really enjoyable stay on board. The crew was top-notch. Their kindness, their smiles—everything was perfect. Cocktails, meals, breakfast, etc.—everything was fantastic. Flawless organization; a well-oiled machine. The weather wasn’t great, but there was nothing anyone could do about it. The tour guide was fantastic. For a first cruise, everything was perfect. It makes me want to do it again.

Roger B.

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