{"id":2112,"date":"2025-12-12T09:31:11","date_gmt":"2025-12-12T09:31:11","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/griftengracht.nl\/?page_id=2112"},"modified":"2026-01-13T12:34:32","modified_gmt":"2026-01-13T12:34:32","slug":"blog-christmas-in-the-cathedral-city","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/griftengracht.nl\/en\/blog-kerst-in-de-domstad\/","title":{"rendered":"Blog: Christmas in the Cathedral City"},"content":{"rendered":"\"Untitled\n

\n\t\t\tChristmas in the Domstad: our December must-do's in Utrecht\t<\/h2>\n\t

December in Utrecht means lights, coziness and winter magic on the canals. At Grift & Moat Brokers and Appraisers <\/strong>we are not only at home in the Utrecht housing market, but also in everything that makes the city so special. That's why we like to share our favorite December must-do's in Utrecht. <\/strong>From atmospheric Christmas markets to artful light walks. Perfect for a day out with family, friends or just yourself.<\/p>\n\t

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  1. Winter Station at the Railway Museum. For an unforgettable winter experience, visit Winter Station<\/strong>, the annual winter event at the Railway Museum. With an ice rink among historic trains, Christmas decorations and hot drinks, it is a magical place for young and old. A must-do in Utrecht during the holidays.<\/li>\n
  2. Utrecht Lumen: art in the dark. Illuminated every winter Utrecht Lumen<\/strong> downtown with beautiful works of light art. Stroll through the attractively lit streets and enjoy art in the dark. An ideal activity for a night out, romantic or just for the ultimate downtown Christmas experience.<\/li>\n
  3. Outdoor Estate Christmas Trees: fun for the kids. For families Outdoor Estate Christmas Trees<\/strong> a celebration. Choose the perfect Christmas tree and let the kids enjoy the winter atmosphere. A cozy, local experience that adds warmth to the city.<\/li>\n
  4. A sumptuous dinner in a fine restaurant. Utrecht has numerous fine restaurants. Our tips: Madeleine<\/strong>, Union House <\/strong>(in the old Tivoli), Sea Salt Saloon<\/strong>, Ubica<\/strong> and Cantina di David<\/strong>. Perfect for a sumptuous dinner after a day full of Christmas activities. Warm, cozy and typically Utrecht.<\/li>\n
  5. Christmas market on Twijnstraat. The Twijnstraat Christmas market<\/strong> is highly recommended locally. Atmospheric, cozy, with stalls full of handmade gifts and winter delicacies. A must-visit for anyone who wants to experience Utrecht's Christmas magic. Note: this is Sunday, December 14 already!<\/li>\n
  6. \nChristmas market on the Neude (Swan Market).
    Stroll past stalls full of local makers, mulled wine, lights and winter treats. The Christmas market on the Neude is perfect for a pleasant afternoon of wandering around and scoring unique gifts. An atmospheric must-visit right in the heart of Utrecht. Note: this is the second weekend of December already!\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\tWhether you are born and raised Utrechtian or have just bought your first home in the Domstad, December in Utrecht brings magic to every street and canal. At Grift & Moat Brokers and Appraisers <\/strong>we know the city inside out, as well as the best spots for a warm, cozy winter.\nWant more local tips or help finding a home in Utrecht? Contact us and find out what the Dom city has to offer, even outside the holidays.\n

    \n\t\t\tCan we help you further?\t<\/h3>\n\t

    Feel free to get in touch with us!<\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

    Christmas in the Domstad: our December must-do's in Utrecht December in Utrecht means lights, coziness and winter magic on the canals. At Grift & Gracht Makelaars en Taxateurs, we are not only familiar with the Utrecht housing market, but also with everything that makes the city so special. That's why we like to share our favorite December must-do's....<\/p>","protected":false},"author":5,"featured_media":0,"parent":0,"menu_order":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","template":"","meta":{"footnotes":""},"class_list":["post-2112","page","type-page","status-publish","hentry"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/griftengracht.nl\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/2112","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/griftengracht.nl\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/griftengracht.nl\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/page"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/griftengracht.nl\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/5"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/griftengracht.nl\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=2112"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/griftengracht.nl\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/2112\/revisions"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/griftengracht.nl\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=2112"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}