Fireworks at the Brandeburg Gate are a highlight on New Year's Eve
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Exquisite events, festively decorated markets and squares, extraordinary attractions and culinary viands – that is what makes Germany’s capital truly special during the Christmas season.
Around 60 festive Christmas markets are scattered all around Berlin, ideal for picking up unique Christmas gifts they entice with their dazzling lights and mouth-watering smells.
When it comes to winter activities, Berlin has a lot to offer: a skating rink and a chute on the Potsdamer Platz, a Christmas circus and festive Christmas concerts in the Britzer Garten and extensive shopping malls for last minute errands.
All those who believe culture and Christmas go well together will be delighted by the variety of shows, revues and cabarets that Berlin has to offer. Moreover during the Christmas season you can enjoy the classics like “The Nutcracker” and Mozart’s “The Magic Flute” in one of the three Berlin Opera Houses. Berlin’s eight large symphony orchestras including the world renowned Berlin Philharmonic Orchestra will delight classical music lovers with a number of Christmas concerts.
Berlin is the perfect place to go for New Years Eve. A large variety of great concerts and plays, festive balls and rollicking parties will be held to welcome the New Year. The highlight is the grand colourful fireworks at the Brandeburg Gate, which will not only exhilarate the young ones.
With numerous package deals this winter Berlin allures tourists to enjoy a magical and hopefully snowy Christmas, without breaking the bank.
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