Like many mass gatherings that were supposed to take place this year, Christmas markets are taking a hit in the face of the global pandemic. Until now, they were one of the main causes behind the popularity of winter city breaks and weekend getaways, but can we still visit them?
Canceled or Not?
There’s no one clear answer regarding the cancelation of this year’s Christmas markets. Some of them are already canceled (Berlin, Liverpool, Budapest), others are expected to proceed, but the rules are changing every day and the future of Christmas markets is hanging by a thread.
Safety Rules
If you end up booking a trip to a city with a Christmas market this winter, there will be strict safety measures in place. Social distancing rules, hand sanitizer stations, mandatory face coverings, and one one-way system will become the new normal at these festive events.
Street Food
One of the best parts about Christmas markets is all the tasty street food you get to try, but you should tread lightly when buying it this year. You have to remove your mask in order to eat, and if there’s no socially distanced eating area in place, you should get your food to-go.
