Germany

Every city has its own Christmas

Ai Meng is a person who loves to travel. Her slogan is "travel to every place in the world." A corner". Every time I come back from a trip, I always immediately start preparing for the next trip. This trip to Germany has been prepared for three months. In her words, all that is left is the "east wind". Taking advantage of Christmas, Ai Meng plans to have fun in German cities.

Suitable for people: People who like to visit many places in a short period of time and can change roles from time to time to blend into the local festival atmosphere.

Christmas Index: ★★★★☆

Many people have this idea that Christmas has been branded "German". In fact, in Germany, the pace of Christmas is not uniform. Throughout December, in different cities in Germany, you can gradually feel the atmosphere of Christmas getting higher and higher.

Düsseldorf

Everyone is Santa Claus

Düsseldorf on the east bank of the Rhine should be the first place you can experience it in Germany this year To a place with a Christmas spirit. From mid-November, the Christmas markets in the Old Town and Chateau Square begin. Don't think that this place just sells some Christmas supplies. This place is a trot towards Christmas. The International Santa Claus Race is held here every year. This year is the third time.

According to traditional Christmas customs, Santa Claus rides a sleigh pulled by reindeer into the house from the chimney to deliver Christmas gifts. But in Dusseldorf, Santa Claus has to run on his own to deliver these gifts. Their slogan is "Let Christmas gifts arrive on time in Dusseldorf."

The month-long "International Santa Claus Race" is divided into children's groups and adult groups. There is an inexpensive fee to enter this competition and you can participate if you are interested. At that time, all participants in the competition will wear Santa Claus costumes and the goal is the Christmas markets where the lights are twinkling and the air is filled with the smell of mulled wine and cakes.

During the peak of Christmas shopping in Dusseldorf, all stores are open until 8 pm from Monday to Saturday; you can also take a "Christmas Cruise" on the Rhine River, and exciting shows will continue to be staged.

Munich

Christmas for children

If the famous Oktoberfest in Munich is a festival for adults to have fun and drink, then spending Christmas in Munich , children are the happiest. Because almost all Christmas arrangements here are made for children.

Just by looking at the Munich Christmas logo, you can feel the strong atmosphere of children. The simple lines look like the scribblings of a mischievous child.

During Christmas, you can take home water glasses, mulled wine glasses, candles, candlesticks, linen bags and many other small gifts printed with this logo to give to your relatives and friends.

The beautiful Christmas cabin, the intoxicating aroma of wine, honey cakes, etc., all make you feel like you have returned to your childhood and are infected with the simple joy of a child.

Travel tips:

1. Time difference: Germany is divided into summer and winter time. It is now winter time in Germany, which is 7 hours behind Beijing.

2. Gifts and souvenirs: Since it is a non-EU country, the value of duty-free goods imported into Germany cannot exceed 58.8 euros.

3. Clothing: No matter what season you go to Germany, it is best to bring sunglasses and a raincoat.

4. Tourist Welcome Card: Tourist information centers in many German cities sell their city Welcome Card and City

Pass. You can use this card to travel on the city's public transport for free, or get up to 50% off at museums or local events.

Xiaoqian is a girl who is very interested in fairy tales. She always wants to go to places where she can see fairy tale characters, and preferably take pictures with these fairy tale characters. So with sufficient energy and funds, Xiaoqian plans to go to Finland this Christmas to experience the festive atmosphere there and take a good look at the hometown of Santa Claus.

Suitable for people: People who want to feel the authentic Christmas atmosphere and have certain financial strength.

Christmas Index: ★★★★★

People who have been to Finland will say when they come back: "As long as you spend one Christmas in Finland, you will definitely understand why Santa Claus Home is Finland.” Covered in white snow, the vast forests, thousands of icy lakes and harbors, and the dazzling and mysterious Northern Lights shining in the sky all seem to only appear in fairy tales at the same time.

Rovaniemi

Santa Claus in the Aurora

In Finland, everyone knows that Santa Claus lives in Rovaniemi in the north. This is a city located in the Arctic Circle. Although the city is close to the extreme north, the beautiful aurora and cute Santa Claus still attract many tourists from all over the world every year.

Although Santa Claus receives visitors at his office in the Christmas Village outside Rovaniemi all year round, the Christmas period is the time when there are the most visitors. Here, you can take photos with Santa Claus, and you can also ask Santa Claus all your questions about Santa Claus. I believe he will definitely give you a satisfactory answer.

In addition to the Santa Claus Office, the Christmas Village also has Santa Claus Post Office and souvenir market and other facilities. Here, you can send a postcard to your relatives and friends, sending greetings from the Arctic Circle. I believe that no matter where your friends are in the world, they can find you through this small postcard. Childhood dream.

When you arrive in Rovaniemi, the Christmas Garden is also a fascinating place. Although it has been open less than two years, it has many exciting things, including the Christmas Revolving Theater. The theater presents the Christmas story to visitors through multimedia. The Magic Car will take you on a journey through the northern landscape, including the snowy, dark and cold days of winter, the brilliant colors of autumn, and the daylight of midsummer nights.

Kemi

Christmas is connected with ice and snow

Santa Claus in the Arctic Circle welcomes the arrival of Christmas in his own traditional way, while in Kaimi on the west coast of Finland In Mi City, local residents will build an ice and snow castle exactly like in fairy tales. In the ice castle, you can see churches, restaurants, bars, galleries and other unexpected facilities. If you are lucky enough, you can also stay in the world's unique ice and snow hotel. I believe it will be a Christmas trip that you will never forget.

In addition, the world's only sightseeing icebreaker "Samp" is docked at Kemi Port. Every winter, the northern part of the Gulf of Bosnia in the west of Finland is covered with several feet of ice. Around Christmas, you can board the "Samp" icebreaker and go sightseeing. Not only can you learn about the whole process of icebreaker work, but you can also enjoy authentic Finnish cuisine in the comfortable restaurant on the ship. You can also put on special cold-proof clothing and go down to the ice sea to experience floating on the ice sea.

TIPS

Travel tips:

1. Time difference: Finland time is located in the East 2nd District, which is 6 hours behind Beijing time.

2. Language: Finland’s various public logos are marked in two languages: Finnish and Swedish. Many tourist attractions have signs in English, German or Japanese, but Chinese signs are not yet common.

3. Tips: Generally speaking, tips are only given to doormen and waiters in hotels and restaurants. A suitable tip size is between 1.7 and 2 euros. Most hotel and restaurant service charges are included in the bill.

4. Clothing: It is recommended that you prepare warm clothing (including ear hats, gloves, scarves, etc.) and waterproof boots. If you also plan to engage in winter sports such as skiing in Finland, please prepare professional cold-proof equipment. Of course, you can also rent such equipment at the larger winter resort centers in Finland.