Haarlem Christmas Market

For one weekend in December the whole of Haarlem's old centre becomes a Christmas market. Nearly 350 stalls fill around twelve squares and streets, with the Grote Markt and the Sint-Bavokerk at its heart, so it is one of the biggest markets in the Netherlands.

There is an entertainment programme, busiest on Saturday and Sunday, a family attraction for children on the Grote Markt, and Santa Claus is around for photos. The market's own app has a map of all locations and the performance times.

Entry is free and the route is wheelchair accessible. With this many visitors it gets crowded, especially on Saturday afternoon, so come early. Haarlem station is about ten minutes' walk from the Grote Markt.