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1. Delicious Cuisines and Homemade
Crafts – Ideal Gifts to Buy at
Copenhagen Christmas Markets

2. There is little like a magical Christmas market to celebrate the festive season,
with the scents of traditional food, twinkling lights and soaring Christmas
trees, accompanied by a dusting of snow in the crisp December air.
Copenhagen Christmas markets are often considered the best in Europe, with
multiple markets to choose between, from the famous celebrations in Tivoli
Gardens to the Hans Christian Andersen Christmas Market, where little ones
can visit Santa Claus to make the day even more memorable.
In this article, the team at the Baltic Travel Company has compiled a guide to
the perfect gifts, Christmas decorations and sweet treats to buy at any of the
Christmas markets dotted throughout the Danish capital city with some tips
and advice for first-time visitors to ensure you make the most of your winter
holidays.

3. Choosing Which Christmas Markets in
Copenhagen to Visit
As we’ve indicated, there are many Christmas markets within the city, set against the
backdrop of Copenhagen’s canals, cosy atmosphere and the architecture that is
synonymous with Danish design.
While the best Christmas market in Copenhagen might be subjective, here are a few of
our very favourites to visit during Christmas time:
• Nytorv Square Christmas Market is held in the largest square in the city next to the
Royal Theatre, Charlottenborg Palace and the Magasin Department Store. The
market extends down to Nyhavn, with myriad charming stalls to visit while kayaks
sail around the harbour.

4. • Højbro Square Christmas Market in the city centre is a stunning market, bracketed by
wooden stalls illuminated by 180,000 sparkling lights, with a range of heritage
artisans to watch spin their crafts, such as blown glass and handmade wool.
• The HC Andersen Christmas Market is smaller and based on the culture and history
of Denmark, with a Christmas carousel that is a gorgeous photo opportunity.
• Tivoli Gardens, the renowned theme park and visitor attraction, has a world of
festive fantasy with rides, shows, performances and fireworks to offset the stalls and
cafes.
Most of the Copenhagen Christmas markets are open for late-night shopping on
Thursday and open between November and mid-December, with hotel
recommendations available within walking distance from our experienced travel
advisers.

5. Sampling the Delights of
Traditional Danish Treats

6. The food typically served within a Copenhagen Christmas market is itself
worth a visit, with an endless array of powdered sugar cookies, warming red
wine, sweet apple slices, and other delicious snacks to try in between
shopping, ice skating, or watching the floating Santa Lucia Parade.
Visitors can embrace the cosy setting of a local café or Copenhagen Old Town
while they watch the traditional Danish Santa Lucia Parade or join in with
carol singing and boat rides alongside the Nyhavn Christmas Market on the
quayside.
You can purchase konfekt – made from marzipan, chocolate and nougat – as a
special gift, buy vanilje kranse, or bow-shaped biscuits, or pick up some
delightful snebolde (snowball) treats coated with a coconut topping.

7. During Christmas time, many shoppers also indulge in a hot dog cooked over
smoking coals and a cup of sweet, fragrant mulled wine to keep themselves
toasty while they soak up the sights and fragrances of a bustling Copenhagen
Christmas market.
Looking for a festive gift that offers an alternative take on Christmas cuisine
for a foodie friend back home? Head for one of the stalls selling brun kage or
pebernødder (loosely translated as pepper cookies), a quintessentially Danish
Christmas treat you won’t find anywhere else in the world.

8. Unique Gifts and Crafts to Look for in
Christmas Markets in Copenhagen

9. A Copenhagen Christmas market is an amazing place to search for beautiful
decorations, gifts and handmade items that will mean the world to the recipient –
and you’ll have a wonderful time as you shop!
There are stalls selling everything from crafts and clothing to artwork, clocks,
baubles, leather goods, garlands, glassware, wooden ornaments, children’s toys
and knitted items that are a testament to the skill and passion of the artisans
behind them.
If you’re stuck for inspiration, here are some of the gifts you can buy at almost any
Copenhagen Christmas market:
• Scandinavian hand-poured scented candles set in elegant glass votives are a
must-have present for family members.

10. • Ceramics and jewellery should be carefully packaged to keep them safe on
your way home, but a handmade piece of Danish tableware or a gorgeous
brooch will be sure to delight.
• For kids, our preference has to be the traditional wooden toys, puppets,
carousels and even chess sets. They will last generations and are lovingly
crafted with exquisite attention to detail.
• Nothing beats Danish knitwear for warmth and cosiness, and a pair of snug
hand-woven socks, gloves or a scarf will easily banish the December chill at
home in the UK.
Alongside these wares, you’ll find a wealth of decorations such as trinkets,
ornaments and baubles to hang on your own tree or display over your hearth
bringing the holiday spirit to Christmas Eve and Christmas Day celebrations.

11. Copenhagen Christmas Market
Shopping FAQs

12. If this is your first time visiting a Copenhagen Christmas market, we
appreciate that a few pointers may prove helpful and ensure you find the best
Christmas markets and know the confirmed dates well before you travel.
While every Christmas market has convenient opening hours and will
guarantee a wonderful atmosphere, it’s normally fine to pay via card if you
aren’t carrying Kroner with you – although some stalls selling smaller items
prefer cash, most have card readers.
The biggest Christmas markets in Copenhagen are enchanting but may be
overwhelming for infants or those with mobility needs. Tivoli Christmas
Market is among the most visited, but we’d suggest a trip in November to
avoid the crowds and when the queues for the rides will be shorter.

13. Finally, city break copenhagen as a city is very walkable, and the public
transport system is reliable and low-cost. However, if you’re worried about
walking long distances, it’s best to note that most Christmas markets don’t
open until around the late morning, and you should pre-book a taxi if you wish
to ensure your day is comfortable and well-organised.
If you’d like further information or advice about planning your trip to visit the
best Christmas markets in Copenhagen or other Christmas holidays, please
get in touch or browse our short holiday break packages online.

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