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Raise a mug of glühwein and experience Yuletide magic on an enchanting Danube River sojourn to visit some of Europe’s oldest and most iconic Christkindlmärkte. Our seven-night river cruise from Nuremberg, Germany to Vienna, Austria, immerses you in a festive tradition that dates back to the Middle Ages. This unique itinerary pairs historic cities, UNESCO World Heritage sites, and imperial monuments from the Hapsburg dynasty with visits to Old World Christmas markets that have existed for centuries. Discover the history of Nuremberg’s Old Town on an excursion that includes a visit to its legendary Christkindlesmärkt, one of the oldest in the world. Stroll past the 17th century St. Stephen’s Cathedral before exploring the picturesque holiday market in Passau. See Mozart’s birthplace home in Salzburg and visit the same Advent market that was being held when his family lived at Getreidegasse No. 9. Throughout the tour, from the tiniest towns to the grandest of cities, you will watch storybook Christmas scenes come to life in a celebration of history, culture, and the splendor of the season.