Originally Posted by
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Another option is to take the train or fly into Dresden and enjoy not only their very famous and large Christmas market, but the beautiful city as well.
I would second that in the sense, that Dresden has much more to offer than just a nice big Christmas market. I would add though, that the big Christmas market on the Altmarkt is very touristy. If you want the real deal, find some smaller one (there are over 30 all over the city). I really liked the local one in Loschwitz near the "Blaues Wunder" bridge.