This is one of a few "Medieval-themed" Christmas Markets in Germany. I've seen another one in…read moreDresden before (pre-COVID pandemic since all the Christmas markets are closed down in Bavaria, Saxony and many other places again this year). You may have a sense of being taken back in time (with sights and smell) for a moment or two to the Middle Ages with costumed artisans and merchants, bonfire, music, some attractions and certain foods they offer. Often times, Glühwein is served in a simple clay cup at such a Medieval Christmas market, and it was no exception here (photo). It's not a very large market, but you can really get a kick out of this place since it's really different from your ordinary ones around. After all, where else can you eat some pork from a whole pig roasted on a spit, or ride a taxidermy wild pig on a merry-go-round?? If you are in the area...or on your way to Köln, you have to stop here for an hour or two to enjoy this small but very out of ordinary weihnachtsmarkt for sure.

Very interesting middle age market. People put quite a lot of effort in reliving the old time from…read morethe clothes, music, food, bonfire, dishes, shop decoration... Even though it's quite small, it's really worth a visit! We love to drink the met there (it's a kind of honey wine) which is sweet, nice and warm!