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THE CHIARA! CHRISTMAS SPECIAL

What a lovely Christmas!

Markets, little towns and lovely discoveries

An afternoon under the lights. Hot chocolate to share. A gift chosen with love. Your next Christmas memory starts here.

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Christmas market in Strasbourg’s old town in 2018. Archive photograph, not the 2026 edition.
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Salerno

Province of Salerno · Campania · Italy

Admission and costs
The municipal Luci d’Artista event is free, with installations across streets, squares and Villa Comunale. Parking, transport, purchases and museum visits are separate expenses; a pass is not required to walk among the light installations.
Getting there
Arrive at Salerno Centrale: Corso Vittorio Emanuele leads into the pedestrian centre, continuing towards Via Mercanti and the cathedral. Plan a linear route to Villa Comunale, then use the seafront and Piazza della Libertà for your return.
Time to allow
Allow around 4 hours at the destination, excluding travel.
If it rains
Museo Diocesano San Matteo at Largo Plebiscito 12 offers an indoor art alternative near the cathedral. Afternoon openings require booking; it closes on 25 December and 1 January, with admission independent of the lights.
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Milan · Oh Bej! Oh Bej!

Metropolitan City of Milan · Lombardy · Italy

Admission and costs
Free fair admission. Shopping, refreshments and museums cost extra.
Getting there
Metro M1 to Cairoli, M2 to Lanza, or M1/M2 to Cadorna. Walk from Cadorna railway station.
Time to allow
Around two hours on the spot.
If it rains
Sforza Castle museums, with separate admission. Check holiday hours.
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Dates for your diary!

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Dates refer to the particular event named. Some markets open only on selected days: read the guide before planning your journey.

Lille · Village de Noël at Rihour18 Nov 2026 – 30 Dec 2026

Village de Noël at Rihour

Still to come

Closes at 6 pm on 24 December. Closed on Christmas Day.

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Lille · Big wheel on Grand’Place18 Nov 2026 – 16 Jan 2027

Big wheel on Grand’Place

Still to come

Ticket required.

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Lille · Mairie Christmas28 Nov 2026 – 28 Nov 2026

Mairie Christmas

Still to come

Free admission, 1–7 pm.

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Dates and the latest checks appear in each guide. Consult the official links for changes.

Christmas in everyday life