Lausanne Lumières

Who doesn't like enjoying Christmas music, twinkling lights, and a nice drink while walking around the magical atmosphere that lives within a Xmas Market?? This is my top 10 Xmas markets + 10 things you need to try in Switzerland. Christmas is always special in Switzerland, where traditions are important. Every region has its own traditions and Switzerland hosts more than 130 Christmas markets. Some are bigger than others but all beautifully reflect the Xmas atmosphere. Don't forget to take warm clothes and bundle up!

As the days get shorter, a host of light festivals bathe Swiss cities in a dazzling blaze of colour, transforming public spaces into fairytale worlds of light. Artists give free rein to their imagination and enchant audiences around the country with spectacular sound and light animations. Here are the top six light festivals in Switzerland.