Christmas Markets

 

Way back in 1434, the German town of Dresden hosted the world’s first Christmas market.

Since then, the waft of grilled sausage, mulled wine and general concept of alfresco festive shopping has gone global.

Markets stalls packed with Christmas nik-naks now spring up every December in hundreds of cities across the globe – and Barcelona is no different! Below you can discover when and where you can find5 of the best Christmas markets in Barcelona this winter.

It must be said that the Catalan take on the traditional Christmas market involves a lot of crap... quite literally! Those from out of town should look up ‘Caganer’ and 'Caga Tio' before you (click the words to find out more)

 

Fira de Santa Llúcia

The oldest and largest Christmas Market in the city celebrates its 225th anniversary this year. Located in front of the cathedral in the Barri Gotic, there are well over 250 stalls selling Christmas trees, decorations, clothes, jewellery and a fascinating selection of shitting men (the typically-Catalan Caganer)

• When: 26 November to 22 December (10:30 – 20:30)
• Where: Plaça Nova / Av. Catedral (Click for google map)
• More info: http://en.firadesantallucia.cat/

 

Fira de Nadal a la Sagrada Família

Over 150 stalls nestled in the shadows of Gaudi’s towering structure. Very popular at weekends

• When: Until 22 December (10:00 – 22:00)
• Where: Plaça Sagrada Família (Click for google map)

 

Fira d'artesania de Nadal a Gràcia

A favourite with those celebrating Kings.

• When: 22 December to 5th January (12:00 – 22:00)
• Where: Plaça Revolució Setembre 1868 (Click for google map)

 

Fira d'artesania de la plaça del Pi

• When: 23 December and 24th December (10:00 – 21:00)
• Where: Plaça Pi (Click for google map)

 

Fira de Reis a la Gran Via

• When: 16th December and 6th January (11:00 – 22:00)
• Where: Gran Via (between Calle Rocafort and Calle Muntaner) (Click for google map)
• More info: http://www.firareisgranviabcn.com