When: November 26 till December 24.
Where: Munich, Bavaria, Germany.
Cost: Free entrance.

The smell of gingerbread, mulled wine and roast chestnuts fills the air at the Munich Christkindlmarkt, the Christmas market where colourful stalls line Munich’s Marienplatz square.

Just a stone’s throw away from the Alps, Munich is often snow-covered at this time of year

Twinkling fairy lights, bauble-laden branches and carol singers get everyone in the festive spirit.

For those in need of a little gift inspiration, there’s plenty to be had here: figurine nutcrackers, homemade treats, hand-blown glass decorations, intricate nativity figures and Christmas candles all make great stocking fillers.

The market is open Mondays to Saturdays from 10.30am till 9pm and Sundays from 10.30am till 8pm.

Just a stone’s throw away from the Alps, Munich is often snow-covered at this time of year, adding to the seasonal atmosphere.

Just the place for those dreaming of a white Christmas...

Fly to Munich direct with Air Malta or Lufthansa.