December is the time to enjoy life's most beautiful things: love, companionship, and delicious snacks. December, when we find a reason to celebrate at every turn, is also an opportunity for fun trips to beautiful Advent destinations throughout Croatia. Advent in Varaždin is unavoidable. According to the fairytale scenes from the warm north and the long list of programs, contents, and attractions, this year's Advent will be, just like the one in 2021 - a hit, and there are several important reasons why we claim that!‍

Magic Exists – He Has a Red Cap, a Long White Beard, and Lives in Varaždin‍

More precisely, he lives in Gajeva Street at number 10, and on the door is written: "Santa Claus". Indeed, he arrived from Finland last year and was so delighted with Varaždin that he decided to make the address in the very heart of Varaždin his winter home. His house is a fairytale place, full of warmth, joy, stories, music, and laughter of young and old. Along with Santa Claus himself, there are also his cute helpers - elves, so fun is guaranteed!

Here, stories and jokes are told, music is played, songs are sung, photos are taken with Santa, and in general, it is filled with the warmest emotions, which, as memories, remain written down and remembered for a lifetime. All this, of course, is not reserved only for the youngest. Everyone can equally enjoy Grandpa's company; it is only important to have an open heart and be ready to accept the magic.‍‍

Something Salty, Something Sweet, Something Local, Something Foreign‍

If there is a time of the year that asks us to indulge in hedonism, it is the "holiday" season. Enticing smells, diverse tastes, hot drinks, and sumptuous desserts are what we crave, and Advent in Varaždin fully satisfies that desire.

You will find everything your gastronomic heart desires on all three Advent squares in the historical center of Varaždin - Korza, Miljenko Stančića Square, and Kapucinska trg. Especially if your taste buds yearn for various delicacies related to fine sausages, meat sandwiches, and burgers (Varaždin street food brands Medonja, Škartoc ljubavi, Banus grill or MC zolaji) or exceptional desserts ("Kraftne" and "Krafnice" at Ekos Cakes and irresistible mini pancakes with miraculous toppings on the Puffy trailer). Of course, there is also a whole series of gastronomic locations with a diverse offer of snacks and various hot and other beverages.

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Love Is All Around‍

Warmth, love, and romance are the main motives of Advent in Varaždin. The city itself, beautiful at any time of the year, becomes like a scene from a fairytale during Advent. Thousands of lights, countless decorations, the murmur of happy people, and smiling faces are reasons enough to come to Varaždin. But that's not all, of course, because Advent in Varaždin, which lasts until January 6, brings more than 100 diverse programs and attractions. Listing everything happening would take too long, so jump to www.adventuvarazdinu.com!

First, there is the Ice Magic on Kapucinski trg, with a large ice rink and an adrenaline-pumping ice slide. There are weekend gigs and concerts on Korzo and Stančić, which, along with the excellent catering offer, turn into real winter parties.

Adults and children alike can enjoy the magic of the romantic and nostalgic carousel, which has already become a favorite photo motif of Advent. Furthermore, a walk through the decorated streets of Varaždin, sightseeing and buying various souvenirs, gifts, and trinkets offered from colorful houses and stands, is an unusual sight of the great Advent calendars on the windows of the baroque palace of Varaždin County. All this makes a bright, colorful, and romantic mosaic of the warmest Advent in Croatia.

If you love winter, December, holidays, and hedonism, you will love Advent in Varaždin!

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