In the heart of Würzburg’s Old Town with a backdrop of the historic Falkenhaus and Gothic Marienkapelle, the Advent Market showcases a range of mouthwatering traditional food and sweets that are customary in Bavaria for the festive season. The scent of spices fills the air with stalls providing tasty treats, including Christmas cookies and roasted almonds. Local artisans can be seen in action, creating decorative pieces for the holiday season, from glass, straw, pewter and pottery to wooden toys.
Shore Excursions
Shore excursions vary by each itinerary and are subject to change.
Würzburg Residence & Christmas Market
Tour Würzburg’s Bishops’ Residenz, one of Germany’s most ornate palaces, and visit the town’s Christmas market.
Festive Rothenburg ob der Tauber
Explore one of Germany’s last remaining walled medieval towns and browse its festive market.
Videos
German Language Lesson
Learn a few useful German words and phrases with Rebecca, your Viking tutor. Prost!
Cooking with Karine: Bratwurst
Taste a variety of German delicacies with Karine in Nuremberg’s medieval district, and learn some of the best side dishes to go with them, perhaps paired with a local brew.
