A weekend visit to some of Belgiums Christmas Markets

The best thing about being in Europe during the winter are the Christmas Markets, and all the amazing food!

We’ve been to a few Christmas markets in Belgium, and they are pretty similar to the ones in Germany, except for the French food.

Instead of Gluhwein, they serve Vin Chaud, which is their version of hot mulled wine, but tastes just as amazing!

We had such an amazing time visiting the Christmas Markets in Belgium.

On the blog, I will share a few that we visited in Brussels, Liege, and Mons. Most Christmas Markets in Belgium usually starts from about the last week of November, up until the first week of January.

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Brussels Winter Wonders

One of the most spectacular Christmas markets, (and probably the most visited) in Belgium is the Brussels Winter Wonders.

The Brussels Winter Wonders event takes place at the Grand-Place in Brussels, the Place de la Monnaie, the Place Sainte-Catherine and the Marché aux Poissons.

This Christmas Market in Brussels features more than 200 chalets and fairground attractions such as:

• A larger than life Ferris wheel
• Unique Merry-go-rounds
• Cultural Activities
• A covered ice rink
• Amazing foods and shops
• A giant Christmas tree complete with a sound and light show on the Grand-Place! 

• When: November 26, 2021 to January 2, 2022
• Parking: I suggest taking the train into Bruxelles Centrale and walk from there. Otherwise we usually park at Parking Bruxelles ( Rue de l’Ecuyer 11), or at the Grand Place garage (Rue du Marché Aux Herbes 104, 1000). Make sure to arrive early or visit on a weekday!
• Location: Grand Place, Place de la Monnaie, Place Sainte Catherine, Marché aux Poissons
• Visit the website here

The Brussels Winter Wonders Christmas Market was one of our favorite markets in Belgium.

The highlight was of course the food, with many stalls serving some delicious food, and hot Vin Chaud to keep you warm!

My absolute favorite dish was the roasted salmon, which was cooked on an open fire, and served on a delicious roll.

You can even find some Reibekuchen (German potato pancakes), but they’re not as yummy as the ones in Germany!

The best part about Christmas Markets is not only the food and wine, but the shopping of course.

Make sure to find that one of a kind souvenir or present at one of the many chalets here.

You can also pick up a fun holiday ornament to add to your collection, some are quite unique!

Of course the best part about a Christmas Market are all the fun things to do for the whole family.

At the Brussels Winter Wonders, you will find some of the most unique carousels, a larger than life Ferris wheel, and an awesome light show at Grand Place.

There’s also a fun light show at Saint-Catherine church, which was quite amazing!

READ NEXT: Guide to the Cologne Christmas Market in Germany

Map of Brussels Christmas Markets

Village de Nöel-Liege, Belgium

The Christmas Village of Liège is held every year throughout the month of December in Place Saint-Lambert and Place du Marché. It is one of the oldest and largest Christmas Market in Belgium.

It features 200 chalets, selling all kinds of seasonal products, and lots of regional specialties to sample such as chocolates, liege waffles, mulled wine, roasted salmon, oysters, foie gras, and more!

There are also lots of fairground attractions which includes a Ferris wheel, carnival games, ice skating and more!

There is also a chance to meet Sinterklaus, which is Europe’s version of Santa Claus, which the kids will surely love.

• When: November 26–December 30, 2021 from 11am-8pm
• Parking: We usually park at the Parking Saint Lambert (Pl. St. Lambert 19, 4000 Liege, Belgium)
• Location: Liege City Center 4000 Liège, Belgium
• Visit the website here

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Cœur en Neige-The magic of Christmas in Mons

Just about an hour away from Brussels is a small town in Belgium called Mons.

This medieval town hosts it’s annual Christmas Village, which features over 50 chalets that sell some unique gift ideas and more.

Some things to expect at the Christmas Market in Mons, are traditional foods to sample such as raclette, and hot wine to keep you warm.

At the Grand Place, you will find the giant Christmas tree decorated with holiday lights, as well as an ice rink, carousels, letters to Santa, Nativity scene, holiday concerts, and more!

• When: (TBA) Usually the first week of December to early January
• Parking: Parking Grand Place (Rue d’Havre 29) Parking de la Halle (Rue de la Halle 5)
• Location: Grand Place, 7000 Mons, Belgium
• Visit the website here

This Christmas Market in Mons is a much smaller market, but fun nonetheless. If you’re looking for a market with a small town charm, this is it.

You can add a visit to the Christmas Village in Mons when planning a road trip in Belgium.

It’s located centrally, and on the way to Germany if you’re planning a German Christmas Market road trip!

READ NEXT: A visit to the Strasbourg Christmas Market in France

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