Christkindelsmärik, Strasbourg

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Christkindlsmärik in 2006
Christkindlsmärik in 2006
Christmas tree in Strasbourg in 2006
Christmas tree in Strasbourg in 2006

Christkindlsmärik is a famous Christmas market held annually in Strasbourg, France near the Strasbourg Cathedral.[1][2]

[edit] History

Strasbourg, France has been holding Christkindelsmärik around its cathedral since 1570.[1]

The Christkindlmärik, Marché de l'Enfant Jésus, is one of the oldest Christmas markets. It draws between 1.5 and 2 millions visitors each year and has over 60 stalls.[citation needed]

The Christkindlmärik takes place every year, from 24 November to 24 December. It is spread throughout almost every street of Strasbourg, but it mainly takes place near Place Kléber, Place Broglie and the Strasbourg Cathedral.[citation needed]

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[edit] References

  1. ^ a b Noël à Strasbourg. (Unknown last update). Noël à Strasbourg. Retrieved July 08, 2007, from http://www.noel-strasbourg.com/
  2. ^ Noël à Strasbourg. (2007, May 31). Noël à Strasbourg, le Sens du Partage. Retrieved July 19, 2007, from http://www.noel-strasbourg.com/pages_prov/FR.html