Leuven Belgium

An easy train ride from the Belgium capital Brussels, the Christmas markets in Leuven consist of about 150 stalls located in the historical center of the town. The place is especially popular among families with children because the Leuven markets feature a life-size nativity scenes, musical performances, fun fair rides and even a forest in which the children can visit Father Christmas. The markets run from the 9th-18th of December.