Uploaded December 2024 | Updated September 2026, 1 week ago

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A traditional center for toy-making in Germany, Nürnberg has long prided itself on the quality of its Christmas market. Wooden stalls are crammed with local artisans dealing in all things Christmas, including classic wooden figurines like Nutcrackers, candle chimes, and ornaments.

With all these goodies, it's no wonder that Nürnberg's Christkindlesmarkt attracts more than 2 million people annually.

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