Stunning German city with huge Lindt chocolate factory and famous Christmas market When you think of traditional Christmas markets, Germany's festive offerings, complete with wooden huts, Sachertorte, and intricately designed Lebkuchen, are likely to spring to mind.
Just a stone's throw from the hustle and bustle of the city centre, chocoholics are in for a treat at the massive Lindt chocolate factory (Werksverkauf Chocoladefabriken Lindt & Sprüngli) and its adjoining outlet store, brimming with an endless array of delicious delights.
If you've got a penchant for Lindor truffles or a hankering for the iconic Gold Reindeer, or if you're on a last-ditch quest for that perfect box of chocolates for Christmas Day, this chocolate emporium has got your festive needs covered.
Nestled near the border where Germany meets Belgium and the Netherlands is the city of Aachen, famed for its Christmas market.
Each year, around 1.5 million people flock to the city centre to explore a plethora of stalls offering everything from food and drink to jewellery and unique gifts.
