Marchés de Noël en Roumanie vraiment enchanteurs
À propos Bucarest, Cluj-Napoca, Sibiu
The winter-holiday period is truly special, and that is also thanks to the Noël markets already set up in the country’s major cities. From young to old, everyone wants to feel the spirit of the holidays to the full, and taking part in a Noël market is the best idea in that sense. Below we will present the loveliest Noël markets taking place in Roumanie in December.
The Noël Market in Bucarest
Do you want to spend a magical evening and enjoy the lights? Then the Noël market held in the capital should be on your list! Thousands upon thousands of little bulbs light up the area in front of the Palace of the Parliament. Fancy tasting mulled wine with cinnamon, hot chocolate with marshmallows or traditional dishes from all corners of the country? Choose to visit the Noël market in Bucarest and you will be able to try a slice of walnut cozonac, a generous portion of steaming sarmale, and you will also be able to buy various traditional smoked products from producers in Mărginimea Sibiului. Year after year, more than 1 million visitors reach the Noël market in Bucarest, to feel the magic of the holidays to the full.
The Noël Market in Sibiu
Sibiu is a city recognised internationally precisely for hosting numerous cultural events throughout the year. In December, an utterly delightful Noël market is organised here. If you reach the Noël market in Sibiu, you will be able to admire a fir tree of about 24 m that is decorated and stands in the central part of the market, and you will also be able to visit the more than 110 little houses selling a varied range of festive-themed products.
Geographically, the city of Sibiu lies in the depression of the same name, which means there is a very good chance of snow, giving the Noël market a special charm. It is worth knowing that there is also an ice rink at the Noël market in Sibiu, so you will be able to listen to carols while you skate, enjoying the fairy-tale atmosphere to the full.
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The Noël Market in Cluj-Napoca
The central part of the country does not fall behind when it comes to preparations for the holidays. In Unirii Square in Cluj-Napoca an outstanding Noël market is held year after year, delighting roumain tourists as well as those from abroad. Not many people know that the Noël market in Cluj-Napoca was named European Best Noël Market in 2018, precisely because it succeeds in conveying the emotion of the holidays into people’s hearts.
All that being said, if you have not yet made plans for December, then add a visit to a Noël market to your list. Once you have arrived at a market, you will feel exactly as if you were in Father Noël’s realm, and the smiles and good cheer will put you in a good mood and make you feel the magic of the winter holidays to the full.