
Ciganska pecienka - one of the most traditional foods at Christmas markets.
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Every year since 1993, between the end of November and December 23rd, large Christmas markets take place in the very city center of Bratislava. Inspired by the other big European cities, the tradition is regularly held also in Bratislava. You can find diversity of products and services here - from traditional food, alcoholic and non-alco beverages, and many street artists. Christmas market in Bratislava have a friendly atmosphere and are filled with locals enjoying the upcoming holiday season.
There are 3 main locations within the city center where you can find food & drink stalls and little shops.
Bratislava Christmas Markets are happening in the city center in the period between the last week of November to 23rd of December. Opening hours of stalls are:
Monday | 10 am - 10 pm |
Tuesday | 10 am - 10 pm |
Wednesday | 10 am - 10 pm |
Thursday | 10 am - 10 pm |
Friday | 10 am - 10 pm |
Saturday | 10 am - 10 pm |
Sunday | 10 am - 10 pm |
All of the food-stalls offer traditional Slovak winter specialties, such as:
Fancy for some drink? Of course there are many non-alcoholic beverages offered, such as tea, coffe, soda or water. Big tradition, however, comes from alcoholic drinks, so make sure to have a sip from:
A stage full of various cultural performances is a vital part of the Christmas market athmosphere. Musicians, folk dancers and other talented artists perform on the stage to entertain the visitors.
To see the program, please visit this official website.
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Ernie Astin on Oct 07, 2013
What dates is the Xmas market open and what are the hours?
Thanks in advance,
Ernie
ReplyJakub on Oct 07, 2013
Hello Ernie,
Christmas Market 2013 in Bratislava will be opened since 22 November till 23 December. Hours should be 10am - 11pm, but this is not clarified yet (based on previous years).
Hope to see you :)
ReplyErnie Astin on Oct 09, 2013
Jakub,
Thanks for replying to our message.
My wife and I will be at your XMAS market on in last week of Nov. We look forward to visiting your town.
Ernie
ReplyMartin on Nov 26, 2013
Hi folks. I'm visiting Bratislava for the first time on 6th December & I'm really looking forward to experiencing the Christmas Market :-) I'm just looking for advice about where themarket is situated (Old Town ?). Also, any tips for what to see or do to experience Skovakian traditional culture? Thanks :-)
ReplyJakub on Nov 26, 2013
Hi Martin,
it is situated in the very city center - on the main square and Hviezdoslavovo square. You should try hot wine, salty pancakes and so called "gipsy liver" :) Do not worry, it is a chicken meal with onion and mustard in a bread. These are the most traditional Christmas foods on the market. If you want to try very traditional meal (not Christmas, but general), try "Horalky" (biscuit) and "Kofola" (cola-drink).
To taste the traditional culture, visit these Markets for sure (ideally in the afternoon when snowing :) ). Visit "Shtoor" cafe for homemade cafe, go to Slavin monument and Castle for great views. Subclub or KC Dunaj are very stylish clubs in the city center. If you want to visit something else, write and ask.
Enjoy Bratislava :)
ReplyBetty Meyers on Oct 18, 2014
Where in Bratislava is the Christmas Market held?
ReplyJakub on Oct 19, 2014
Hi Betty,
it takes place directly in a city center - on Main Square and Hviezdoslavovo square.
Regards
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