St. Stephen’s Cathedral

After the holiday rush, I’m back to share weekly posts of starlit trails around the world! Today I write about Passau’s Christmas Market along the Danube River. Feel free to ask me anything about the Christmas Markets in Europe in the comments below 🙂

As you know, my blog is all about cherishing those sparkling, starlit moments during my travels—those that shine brighter than the rest. In Passau’s enchanting atmosphere, I set out to discover its most radiant gems. With only a day to explore, I had plenty of options but not much time. Here’s how I chased those magical moments:

1. Cozying up with Glühwein at Passau’s delightful Christmas market
2. Discovering where the Danube, Ilz + Inn rivers come together.
3. Taking a sunny walk along the scenic river promenade
4. Decorating a Christmas tree with silver baubles
5. Savoring Burgundy red wine while cruising the Danube’s picturesque shores

If you want more, be sure to check out my earlier blog posts in the ‘Chasing Light Series’ I did last year!

1. Starry walks across the USA
2. NOLA’s Luminous Magic
3. A Rainbow Tiara in Victoria Falls
4. Glowing Pumpkins in Austin, TX
5. A Spooky Stay in Savannah
6. The Fantasy Exhibit in Seattle
7. The Sci-Fi Exhibit in Seattle
8. The Horror Exhibit in Seattle at MoPop Museum