In Switzerland the gifts arrive before Christmas. Thanks to the price Promo Mercatini, the special promotion of Swiss Railways and Trenitalia from 22 November to 15 December it is possible to reach by train from Milan the most famous Christmas Markets in Switzerland spending only 25 euros per route, thus saving up to 70% of the ordinary fare. Purchase in advance 29 November links tickets Eurocity from Milan, you can visit the markets of Basel, Berne, Lausanne, Lucerne, Montreux and Zurich to reach the historical centers of the cities.
And to plan your visit, here is the calendar Swiss Christmas markets.
Zurich, from 21 November to 24 December in different locations: This year, the Christkindlimarkt, the Christmas Market Europe’s largest covered, it will be set up at Zurich Central Station for the 20th time. Fulcher of the event is the 15-metre high Christmas tree studded with over 7,000 sparkling Swarovski decorations.
From the end of November, traditional Christmas markets Zurighesi spread magical atmospheres and attract tourists and locals in equal measure. The oldest market in the city, set in the heart of the district of Niederdorf, guarantees a romantic atmosphere and bags full of gifts. Not to mention that the wooden houses decorated on the Hirschenplatz, on the Rosenhof and in the Niederdorfstrasse are surrounded by the evocative scent of cinnamon, honey and brûlé wine.
Lucerne, from 22 November to the station and from 1 to 19 December in Franziskanerplatz: the old town is animated by lights and stalls with local crafts and cinnamon sweets.
Montreux, from 22 November to 24 December on the lakefront: 140 chalets with local produce and Swiss culinary specialties.
Lausanne, from 22 November to 24 December: a rich and diverse calendar of events. bursts into the streets of Lausanne. In Saint-François square 50 chalets are set up with traditional Christmas markets. In Piazza de la Louve you can see one of Switzerland's most beautiful nativity scenes with cow and donkey.
Basel, from 28 November to 23 December in Barfüsserplatz: enclosed between the alleys of the old town is composed of 140 wooden houses with handicrafts from all over Switzerland.
Berne, from 30 November to 24 December in Waisenhausplatz: among the typical products dried flowers, wooden objects, scented candles and jewelry. To taste the hot cider and gingerbread.
