Set against the Gothic masterpiece of Cologne Cathedral, the 150 red roofed wooden stalls surrounding the Rhineland’s largest Christmas tree, a 25 metre high Nordmann fir is one of the most popular markets in Germany. Shop for locally made Christmas gifts for family and friends back home with woodcarvings, glass balls, soaps, toys, ceramics and more. Taste freshly baked cookies, washed down with the “Original Christmas mulled wine” from festively designed Christmas mugs and listen to the wide range of musical performances throughout the day and night.