Magical Valkenburg & Aachen Christmas Markets
Step into Christmas on our enchanting 4-day weekend coach holiday to experience the magical Christmas Markets in Valkenburg and Aachen, nestled in the heart of Europe’s festive spirit.
Delight in the twinkling lights, the aroma of mulled wine, and the sound of carols as you wander through the charming stalls, and make unforgettable memories. If you love wonderful destinations, beautiful architecture and history in picture perfect settings then this is the ideal festive treat for you!
We stay on a B&B basis for 3 nights at the fabulous Mercure Liege City Centre, perfect for exploring the delights of Liege nestled in the heart of Belgium’s Wallonia region on the picturesque Meuse River. It is also an excellent location for our three country tour as we hop over to neighbouring Germany to the historic cathedral city of Aachen, and also into Holland to the heart of pretty Valkenburg, which has long been an extremely popular sightseeing destination, beautifully located in the rolling hills of South Limburg, with its famous marlstone caves, castle ruins and lovely restaurants and cafés all set within a picture postcard setting.
During the Christmas season, the residents of Valkenburg transform the extraordinary caves under the city into spectacular Christmas Markets. Shop for Christmas decorations and gifts from more than 50 shops inside the Velvet and Municipal Caves*. Bright lights and Christmas trees with charming decorations illuminate the caves’ darkest corners.
You can also discover Aachen and its beautiful, brightly lit Christmas Market with stalls lining the squares and lanes around its fabulous UNESCO protected Aachen Cathedral and Town Hall. This lovingly decorated ‘Christmas village’ offers plenty of unique gifts and local delicacies to enjoy.
Whether your interests lie in food, drink history, or simply festive fun, there is something for everyone!
An ideal choice for:
* Friends and family looking to get away together and have some fun
* Christmas shopping, food, drink or history lovers
* Anyone wanting to get into the festive spirit on a European Christmas Markets weekend break
Valid passport required for travel
* Entry costs apply – we include entry to the Velvet Caves only