{"id":13468,"date":"2023-09-26T02:17:52","date_gmt":"2023-09-26T02:17:52","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/christmasmarkets.io\/?p=13468"},"modified":"2024-04-21T12:11:24","modified_gmt":"2024-04-21T12:11:24","slug":"karlovy-vary-christmas-market","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/christmasmarkets.io\/czechia\/karlovy-vary-christmas-market\/","title":{"rendered":"Karlovy Vary Christmas Market 2024: Hot Springs in Carlsbad"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Karlovy Vary, also known as Carlsbad, exudes elegance with its renowned thermal spa facilities and picturesque architecture, including its famed colonnades. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

As you walk along the Tepl\u00e1 River in winter, you’ll find the baroque and art nouveau buildings lit up with Christmas lights and decorations. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

In this guide, I’ll share everything you’ll need to know for planning a visit, including the unconfirmed 2024 dates and highlighting the unique local specialties of the Karlovy Vary Christmas Market.<\/p>\n\n\n

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As snow covers Karlovy Vary’s baroque architecture, the city’s hot springs remain flowing, juxtaposed with the cold and highlighted by lights against the Ore Mountains backdrop.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Karlovy Vary Christmas Market 2024<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The opening of the Christmas market in Karlovy Vary is marked by the ceremonial lighting of the Christmas tree at the Thermal Hotel.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The market spans across the city but is centred around the Mill Colonnade. You’ll find the 15-metre tall silver spruce Christmas tree and child-friendly attractions at the Thermal Hotel. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The availability of a decorated Christmas train and funicular adds to the ease of exploring the city\u2019s festive offerings, from the Thermal Hotel to Divadeln\u00ed Square.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Throughout the market, 20 stands are open from Tuesday to Sunday, presenting a selection of Christmas gifts, foods, and beverages, including local mulled wine and Czech specialties.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Dates and Location<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Karlovy Vary Christmas Market dates:<\/strong> 30th November to 26th December 2024 (unconfirmed).
Location:<\/strong> Mill Colonnade.
Decorations:<\/strong> Along the spa route from the Thermal Hotel to Divadeln\u00ed Square. The route includes Tr\u017ei\u0161t\u011b (Market) Street, L\u00e1ze\u0148sk\u00e1 Street and Tr\u017en\u00ed Kolon\u00e1da (Market Colonnade).
Opening times:<\/strong> Monday: Closed. Tuesday to Friday: 10am to 7pm. Saturday and Sunday: 10am to 8pm.
Christmas Day:<\/strong> Open.
Admission:<\/strong> Free.
Christmas lights:<\/strong> 2nd December in front of the Thermal Hotel (unconfirmed).
Santa:<\/strong> Yes.
Ice skating:<\/strong> No.
Vegetarian:<\/strong> Yes, plenty of options.
Vegan:<\/strong> Yes, plenty of options.
Gluten free:<\/strong> Yes, but limited.
Accessible:<\/strong> Yes.
Pet-friendly:<\/strong> Yes, but not recommended during busy periods.
Parking:<\/strong> Please take public transport to help limit congestion.
Reason to visit:<\/strong>\u00a0Traditional Czech goods, local artisans, historic setting near thermal springs; a blend of culture and festivity.
Specialities:<\/strong> Traditional Czech Christmas cookies, mulled wine, roasted chestnuts, local pastries; unique flavours of the region.
Where to stay:<\/strong> Golden Key Boutique Hotel<\/a> is a popular hotel, located 1 minute from the Mill Colonnade.<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n

Convenient Hotels<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

The best area to stay in Karlovy Vary is in the central part of the town, close to the historic spa buildings and colonnades. This area provides easy access to the market, along with other key attractions and amenities. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

For a convenient and popular choice of accommodation, I recommend Golden Key Boutique Hotel<\/a>, known for its great location near the Christmas market.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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