mercoledì 26 novembre 2014

Christmas 2014 in Florence - Markets and events

by Ilaria Gelichi


Christmas is in the air and Florence is dressed up with lights, Christmas trees and decorations. But the most awaited events are the Christmas Markets, and the most famous one is the Weihnachtsmarkt, the German Christmas Market, that every year (this one is the 14th edition) gathers Florentines and tourists in the beautiful Piazza Santa Croce.
This year the Christmas Market will be held from December 3rd to December 21st and - as usual – will host more than 50 exhibitors from Italy and Europe, especially Austria and Germany. Glühwein, brezel, strudel, biscuits, Christmas decorations and gift ideas are just an example of the products one can find at the market, open everyday from 10:00 AM to 10:00 PM. Entrance is free.

But the Weihnachtsmarkt is not the only Christmas-themed event in Florence: from December 11th to December 14th you will find Christmas athmosphere at the Fortezza da Basso, with “Natale in Fortezza”. The fair, open from 3:00 PM to 8:00 PM on Thursday and from 11:00 AM to 8:00 PM on Friday, Saturday and Sunday will host typical Christmas products, gift ideas and decorations. For the little ones there will be a special area with inflatable bouncers, funny activities and of course… Santa Claus! Tickets: Adults Euro 5, free for children under 12.

Enjoy Christmas in Florence!!


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