As December rolls in, shorter days are cloaked in a blanket of ambient lights and flickering candles. A period when tasty dishes, thoughtful gifts, and above all, warm moments take centre stage! Revive the memories of the past year with a refreshing walk along the beach. Are you celebrating Christmas together in a charming holiday home, a snug flat, or a welcoming hotel in Bredene? There are countless reasons to relish a delightful getaway during or around the festive season!
Take your wishlist and swap Bredene for a day out at one of these magical Christmas markets nearby. In addition to an endless array of unique gifts, you can also indulge in all sorts of festive treats. Savour, shop, and browse.
Christmas Market Bruges
Discover the magical Christmas and winter market in the heart of Bruges, located at the Markt and Simon Stevinplein. In this atmospheric city centre, visitors are spoiled with a wide range of local delicacies. Warm yourself up with homemade hot chocolate, taste the frosty jenever, or be enticed by spicy mulled wine. Additionally, there's a plethora of Belgian beers, delicious cheeses, and tasty savoury snacks available.
The Christmas and winter market is also the perfect place to hunt for that unique Christmas gift. Be surprised by a variety of charming, original, and handmade Christmas items. And don't forget to enjoy the enchanting choir concerts scheduled during your visit.
When: Friday, 22 November to Sunday, 5 January 2025
Dozens of wooden Christmas stalls spread from the St.-Baafsplein, through the Botermarkt, along Klein Turkije, and to the end of the Korenmarkt. The entire area dons a festive look.
Stroll between firs and pines, amble past stalls offering snacks and drinks, quirky trinkets, and traditional crafts. The aroma of resin wood and mulled wine completes the experience. Ghent under its verdant winter cover, a Christmas city at its finest.
When: Thursday 5th to Tuesday 31st December 2024
Where:Sint-Baafsplein, Botermarkt, Klein Turkije & Korenmarkt, Ghent.
Come and experience an unforgettable outing in our magical world in the Leopoldpark & Wapenplein. Besides the ice rink on the pond, you'll also find over a dozen Christmas chalets with delicacies from all over the world. Or are you just coming for the delightful hot chocolate?
When: Friday 29 November 2024 to Sunday 5 January 2025
During December, you can experience the true Christmas spirit in Blankenberge. Festive lighting adorns the shopping streets. In addition, there's a Christmas event with an ice rink on Leopold III Square.
When: Friday, 29 November 2024 - Sunday, 5 January 2025
Winter fun in the idyllic Park La Potinière. Enjoy skating on the covered ice rink. Before, during, or after skating, revel in the cosiness of the Christmas stalls. You'll find refreshing & warming drinks and delicious winter cuisine.
When: Wednesday, 18 December 2024 – Sunday, 5 January 2025
The annual Christmas market and skating rink in the centre of Knokke-Heist. The Christmas market has become the place to be in winter. Enjoy a drink at the gin stalls, savour some mulled wine, or grab a delightful snack... You can find it all here. Don't miss out on skating at the covered ice rink.
When: Friday, 29 November 2024 - Sunday, 5 January 2025
Stroll amongst fir and pine trees, enjoy time with friends at stalls offering snacks and drinks, watch lovely performances, and take a ride on a nostalgic carousel... The scent of resin wood and mulled wine, coupled with the twinkling of hundreds of lights, completes the experience.
When: Saturday 16th December 2023 - Sunday 7th January 2024
Show off your skating skills and have a great time on the outdoor ice rink in front of the town hall. Afterwards, unwind with live performances and treat yourself to a drink and snack at the cosy food stalls.
When: Saturday, 14 December 2024 to Sunday, 5 January 2025
The Market Square in Nieuwpoort transforms into a Christmas village featuring an ice rink, winter chalets, a music kiosk... and of course, Santa Claus!
When: Friday 22nd December 2023 - Sunday 7th January 2024
In the heart of Sluis, the covered ice rink is located at the Groote Markt, a winter oasis for both experienced skaters and beginners. So put on your gloves and glide into the winter magic of Sluis!
When: Saturday, 14 December to Sunday, 5 January 2025
