If you're looking to check out some Christmas markets during the holidays, expert Rick Steves has some less crowded ones to visit in Europe.

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Cities across Europe hold Christmas Markets every year - with tens of millions of people descending on city centres across the continent. However, perhaps nowhere takes it more seriously than Cologne, with the German city's Christmas attractions bringing more than four million visitors into the city in the run up to December 25.

Craiova secured second place this year in the annual European Best Destinations competition for the most beautiful Christmas markets.  This year marked a record number of votes cast, over 753,000. Craiova's Christmas market garnered over 91,

With Christmas right around the corner, it can be easy to fall into daydreams about a winter vacation straight out of the movies: one with perfect snowy weather, hot chocolate and cider stands, rows of conifer trees,

If you're planning a city break away this winter, here are some of the best European Christmas markets to visit on your trip!

Wisconsin communities bring cozy drinks and European arts and crafts to outdoor Christmas markets this holiday season.

Want a fun Christmas activity you can enjoy no matter where you live? Try these festive Christmas markets found all across the country.