The most magical Christmas markets to visit to get you in the festive spirit

The most magical Christmas markets to visit to get you in the festive spirit

It's the most wonderful time of the year and what better way to get in the festive mood than by visiting a Christmas market?

Benjamin Parker and Simon Calder guide you through their pick of the best European Christmas markets, taking a look at the offerings in Germany and Austria, while Simon looks at how to recreate the magic of Love Actually in London and how a trip to some colder cities closer to Santa's house can conjure up something a little different.

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