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Christmas market school trips

Our Christmas market school trips to France and Germany offer cultural and language immersion, wintersports, workshops and plenty of festive fun. Students will explore traditional markets, interact with native speakers and experience the unique charm of destinations like Cologne, Berlin, Lille and Paris, making for an educational and unforgettable adventure.

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Explore the Magic of European Christmas Markets with Voyager School Travel

Immerse your students in the festive spirit while providing them with a rich cultural experience through our curated Christmas market trips across Europe. Voyager School Travel offers a variety of options to ensure your group enjoys the perfect Christmassy adventure.

European Christmas Market Recommendations For School Groups

Christmas Markets of Amiens and Lille, Northern France:

    • Stay in our dedicated accommodation Moulin aux Draps, conveniently accessible for a short trip or an introductory educational visit to France.
    • Enjoy outdoor ice rinks, fairground rides, live music, and festive food in charming locations like Amiens, Arras, Boulogne-sur-Mer, or Lille. Plus the chance to try skiing on real snow.
    • Tailor your Christmas market trip to suit your group's preferences.

Parisian Christmas Markets:

    • Ideal for teachers aiming to enhance students' French language skills.
    • Our native-speaking animateur will lead your group, providing ample opportunities for spontaneous interactions.
    • Experience a towering ferris wheel, mini ice rink, amusement rides, and delicious French treats like crêpes and raclette.
    • Proximity to attractions such as Musée de l'Orangerie, Musée d'Orsay, and Notre-Dame maximizes your time in the capital.

Berlin Christmas Markets:

    • A hub of European history, Berlin offers a unique Christmas market school trip.
    • Explore over 100 Christmas markets, illuminating the city in a mesmerizing display of twinkling lights.
    • Let our destination experts guide your school group to the best markets.

Christmas Markets trip to Strasbourg:

    • Combine French and German learners on this Christmas market school trip to Strasbourg.
    • Benefit from cost savings as more students share transport and accommodation expenses.
    • Experience the enchanting backdrop of Strasbourg's medieval architecture and narrow streets, transporting you to a fairytale world

Christmas Markets of Cologne, Germany:

    • Boasting seven Christmas markets, fairground rides and ice rink, all in walking distance of Cologne’s iconic twin-spired cathedral.
    • Easily accessible by coach, this jet-zero trip is more sustainable and affordable than Berlin, but just as authentic and varied.
    • Thrill-seekers can include a festive trip to Phantasialand which is decked out with Christmas-themed light shows and offers winter delicacies throughout the Wintertraum season.

Embark on a memorable and educational journey with Voyager School Travel. Contact us to plan your customised Christmas market adventure today!

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The benefits of visiting a European Christmas market

A school trip to the Christmas markets is a unique opportunity for students to develop language skills, cultural awareness, and confidence in a real-world setting. Immersed in the festive local atmosphere, students can practise speaking and listening through authentic interactions, such as ordering food or buying gifts. This hands-on experience reinforces classroom learning and helps students build confidence using the target language.

Beyond language, these trips offer rich cross-curricular opportunities. History, art and religious topics can be explored through local traditions and iconic landmarks like Cologne Cathedral or the historic sites of Berlin or Paris.

Short but impactful, Christmas market trips easily fit into the school calendar and provide students with unforgettable experiences that deepen their understanding of another culture. Plus, shared moments earlier in the school year strengthen friendships and teacher-student relationships, creating a positive and inspiring learning environment.

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Why choose Voyager School Travel for your school trip?

You are in specialist hands

Our team use their teaching, language & destination experience to organise trips that are not only enriching but hassle-free. Read more →

Safety assured, bonded & accredited

As a member of the School Travel Forum & protected through ABTA & ATOL you can be sure of our high standards. Read more →

Recommended by teachers

Schools trust Voyager School Travel to organise the educational trips for over 32,000 passengers a year. Read more →

We deliver the educational elements

Our expert-led language programmes, with proven educational benefits, allow teachers to enjoy the trip too. Read more →

Overseas centres & support staff

Peace of mind knowing our centre managers, instructors, coach drivers & support team will look after your every need. Read more →

No hidden costs or late changes

We only offer trips we know we can deliver. We promise to be transparent with no hidden costs & no nasty surprises. Read more →

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