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\"Salzburg\"<\/a>Can you smell the gingerbread, roasted chestnuts and gl\u00fchwein yet? No? Then it’s time to\u00a0book a trip to explore\u00a0the\u00a0Christmas markets in Salzburg<\/h3>\n

If the thought of buying Christmas presents in a crowded shopping centre sends you reaching for the smelling salts then how about soaking up the atmosphere at a traditional Christmas market in Austria’s\u00a0stunning Alpine city of Salzburg.<\/p>\n

There\u2019s something very special about buying handcrafted Christmas gifts from candlelit wooden stalls in a snowy medieval square, especially if you have a glass of Gl\u00fchwein (mulled wine) in your hand.<\/p>\n

\"Salzburg2\"<\/a>Some of the oldest Christmas markets are in Austria; Salzburg\u2019s original Christmas Market dates back to the 15th century. Now Mozart’s birthplace boasts several markets so you have plenty to choose from.<\/p>\n

At the main one this year in Cathedral Square over 100 artisans will be exhibiting and selling home-made gifts, beautifully carved decorations, candles, roasted chestnuts and gingerbread from November 19.<\/p>\n

But you will need\u00a0to save some space in your suitcase for the\u00a0goodies on sale at\u00a0the Hellbrunn Christmas Market<\/strong> at Hellbrunn Palace by the city gates\u00a0and the Christmas Market on Mirabellplatz Square<\/strong> in front of the picturesque Mirabell Palace.<\/p>\n

Each market offers its own distinct charm and character. The\u00a0Hohensalzburg Fortress Christmas Market<\/strong> is worth the funicular ride alone for its stunning views over the city.<\/p>\n

There is plenty of festive entertainment too. Performances by Salzburg choirs and children’s singing groups draw crowds. Having said that Salzburg is a magical musical city year round – as any Mozart or Sound of Music fan will agree.<\/p>\n

A short taxi ride outside the city is the Oberndorf Christmas Market<\/strong> on Stille Nacht Platz, a favourite pilgrimage for Austrians and where the famous carol (Silent Night) was performed for the first time.<\/p>\n

You can stroll through the narrow cobbled streets of\u00a0Salzburg’s old town, wander around a magnificent rococo church, drop in on a Mozart concert and enjoy dinner in one of the many traditional restaurants.<\/p>\n

If you want to extend your stay why not combine it with some gentle skiing.<\/p>\n

Zell am See<\/strong> is a lively, picturesque village, one hour and 20 minutes from Salzburg, on the shore of Lake Zell. The lake freezes over during the winter so you can skate or walk across the frozen water taking in the views. Zell am See is packed with charm, offering lots of shops, bars and caf\u00e9s and has a traffic-free centre. \"Salzburg3\"<\/a><\/p>\n

It is also part of the neighbouring glacier resort of Kaprun<\/strong> which offers 138km of piste to suit all abilities and an attractive mix of open and densely wooded lower slopes and lots of cross country trails. Zell am See also has its own Christmas Market right in the pedestrianised centre.<\/p>\n

For\u00a0a seven-night break\u00a0try Crystal Ski\u2019s twin-centre holiday, departing December 12, priced from \u00a3612 per person. <\/em>The package includes flights from Gatwick, all transfers, four-nights at the four-star Hotel Lebzelter with half board in Zell am See and three nights at the three-star Hotel Neutor with breakfast in Salzburg. For more information and to book visit www.crystalski.co.uk<\/a> \/ 020 8939 0726<\/em><\/p>\n

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