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Brussels Christmas Market : PLAISIRS D’HIVER

The festive season is just around the corner, and with it, the much-anticipated“Plaisirs d’Hiver” celebration is coming to Brussels.

This annual event, which encompasses the enchanting Christmas Market, promises to light up the capital from November 24 through December 31, 2023. In addition, for those who wish to extend the magic, there will be extended activities from January 1 to 7, 2024, but only in select locations such as Place De Brouckère, Place Monnaie and the iconic Place Grand-Place.

With a warm welcome, the Christmas Market is a jewel of the“Plaisirs d’Hiver” program and an event that the people of Brussels fondly anticipate each year. It is set to transform the streets of Brussels into a wintry landscape from November 24, providing the perfect excuse to enjoy seasonal delicacies: from comforting mulled wine to traditional fries and irresistible chocolates wrapped in their signature foil.

So mark your calendar and get ready to immerse yourself in the joy and tradition that only this time of year can bring!

Christmas markets in Europe’s capital are more than just flea markets; they are the epicenter of festive spirit and community joy. Imagine walking down cobblestone streets, each step illuminated by fairy lights weaving between wooden stalls and fragrances of winter spices wafting through the frosty air.

In Brussels

In 2023, an impressive 3.5 million people flocked under the glow of the lights of what is the largest Christmas market in Brussels.

The previous edition saw the capital’s Christmas market welcome its visitors to the very heart of the city, amidst merchants and traders’ stalls, last-minute gifts and authentic products exuding the festive spirit.

In 2022, the market was awarded the title of “the most beautiful Christmas market in Europe and the World” by the publications Best Christmas Market and Big 7 Travel, a true honor and recognition of its splendor.

The “Plaisirs d’Hiver” event in Brussels this 2023 has several activities scheduled. Featured events include:

  • Arrivée sapin @ Grand-Place: Arrival of the Christmas tree at the Grand-Place on November 24 from 18:00 to 22:00.
  • Inauguration: The official opening ceremony at the Grand-Place on November 24.
  • Magic Sundays: Special events on November 26 and December 10, from 14:30 to 15:30.
  • Winter Vox: A series of events on November 26, December 2, 3, 16 and 17, from 16:00 to 20:00.
  • After school: Activities planned for November 29, December 6, 13, 20 and 27, generally from 14:30 to 17:30.
  • Rencontre Saint-Nicolas: An encounter with Saint Nicholas on December 6, from 2:30 pm to 5:30 pm.
  • Rencontre Père Noël: Meeting with Santa Claus on December 23 from 14:30 to 18:00【5†source】.

For the complete schedule and more details, you should visit the Plaisirs d’Hiver website.

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