10Salzburg, Austria

Salzburg is one of Europe’s most charming Christmas destinations, and it’s easy to see why. The birthplace of Mozart and the setting for The Sound of Music, Salzburg offers a fairy-tale Christmas with a backdrop of snow-capped Alps. The Salzburg Christmas Market, one of the oldest in Europe, is a festive hub with stalls offering mulled wine, roasted chestnuts, and Austrian pastries. The entire city is adorned with lights and decorations, making it feel like a cozy winter wonderland.