G I V E Y O U R S E L F A N E A R L Y C H R I S T M A S G I F T The largest and oldest Christmas market in Munich was first documented as a Nikolaimarkt (Nikolausmarkt) in 1310, making it one of the oldest Christmas markets in the German-speaking world. There are several markets located within Munich, with the " traditional " one located in the plaza of town hall on Marienplatz (where the famous Glockenspiel is located). You will find handmade arts and crafts but also what is considered Germany's largest Nativity scene. This web site provides much more information: (https://www.munich.travel/en/topics/markets-festivals/christmas-markets) So rather than fight the holiday crowds at the shopping malls or wonder when and where your cyber-Monday purchases will arrive, consider an eye-opening trip to the Christmas markets in Germany. I assure you that you'll see the ghost of Christmas. ■ (Right) You'll want to take some home. (Below) Consider this a Christmas gift to yourselves. ■ (Above) Christmas in Germany. (Below) German Winter dinner. (Bottom) You'll love the food. May I June 2024 27https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Saint_Nicholas https://www.munich.travel/en/pois/urban-districts/neues-rathaus https://www.munich.travel/en/pois/urban-districts/marienplatz https://www.munich.travel/en/topics/markets-festivals/christmas-markets