Illustrative photo Wismar Christmas Market 2026 – UNESCO World Heritage Christmas Magic in Wismar
The Wismar Christmas Market 2026 takes place from 23 November to 20 December on the historic market square of the UNESCO World Heritage city. Complemented by the Sternenwald at the Old Harbour, the art market in St. Georgen and the Seemannsweihnacht, Wismar offers a unique maritime Advent atmosphere with free admission.
Illustrative photo Spandau Christmas Market 2026 – Traditional Christmas Magic in Berlin’s Spandau Old Town
The Spandau Christmas Market 2026 takes place from 23 November to 22 December in the historic Old Town of Spandau. With a large pyramid, nostalgic Ferris wheel, international crafts and free admission, it is one of Berlin’s most popular traditional Christmas markets.
Illustrative photo Karlsruhe Christmas Market 2026 in Karlsruhe, Germany – Dates, Highlights & Visitor Guide
The Karlsruhe Christmas Market 2026 takes place from 23 November to 23 December on Marktplatz and Friedrichsplatz. With Ferris wheel, Flying Santa, Children’s Land and the ice rink on Schlossplatz, the Christmas City of Karlsruhe offers a varied Advent experience. Admission is free.
Illustrative photo Saarbrücken Christkindl Market 2026 – Festive Lights in Saarbrücken City
The Saarbrücken Christkindl Market 2026 takes place from 23 November to 30 December on St. Johanner Markt and Bahnhofstraße. With over 80 stalls, an Alpine hut, flying Santa Claus and the Christmas Garden in the Franco-German Garden, Saarbrücken offers a varied Advent atmosphere with free admission.
Illustrative photo Celler Weihnachtsmarkt 2026 – Christmas Market in Celle's Historic Half-Timbered Old Town
The Celler Weihnachtsmarkt 2026 runs from 23 November to 27 December in Celle's stunning medieval half-timbered old town. With around 62 stalls, a spectacular light parade, a medieval market and free admission across 35 days, it is one of the most atmospheric Christmas markets in northern Germany.
Illustrative photo Göttinger Weihnachtsmarkt 2026 – Christmas Market in Göttingen, Lower Saxony
The Göttingen Christmas Market 2026 is expected to run from 23 November to 29 December around the Old Town Hall and St. John's Church in Göttingen city centre (closed 24–26 December). With over 70 stalls, a daily cultural stage, the Göttinger Märchenprogramm for children and free admission, it ranks among the finest Christmas markets in Lower Saxony.
Illustrative photo Speyer Christmas and New Year Market 2026/2027 in Speyer, Germany – Dates & Highlights
The Speyer Christmas and New Year Market 2026/2027 takes place from 23 November 2026 to 10 January 2027 along Maximilianstraße and in front of the Imperial Cathedral in Speyer. With its long season, craft market and light shows at the Altpörtel, it ranks among the special Advent experiences in Rhineland-Palatinate. Admission is free.
Illustrative photo Magdeburg Christmas Market 2026 – Lights & Kaiser Otto in Magdeburg
The Magdeburg Christmas Market 2026 takes place from 23 November to 29 December on the Alter Markt and around the town hall. With the Kaiser Otto Palace, Ferris wheel, 50 mulled wine varieties and the large Lichterwelt, Magdeburg offers one of the most diverse Advent atmospheres in Saxony-Anhalt – with free admission.
Illustrative photo Dinkelsbühl Christmas Market in Dinkelsbühl, Germany 2026: Dates, Program & Tips
The Dinkelsbühl Christmas Market 2026 takes place from 23 November to 22 December in the historic Spitalhof. Under the motto “Ihr Kinderlein kommet”, visitors can enjoy a charming stall village with arts and crafts, regional specialities and free admission in one of Germany’s most beautiful old towns. ---
Illustrative photo Esslingen Medieval Market and Christmas Market 2026: Dates, Program and Tips
From 24 November to 22 December 2026, Esslingen's old town becomes a fully medieval themed Christmas market. Enjoy torch and fire performances, traders in historical costumes, hands on medieval activities and a classic Christmas market right alongside.
Illustrative photo Ludwigsburg Baroque Christmas Market 2026 in Ludwigsburg, Germany – Dates & Guide
The Ludwigsburg Baroque Christmas Market 2026 takes place from 24 November to 22 December on Marktplatz and Arsenalplatz in Ludwigsburg. With illuminated angels, around 150 stalls and Baroque atmosphere, it offers one of the most atmospheric Advent experiences in the region. Admission is free.
Illustrative photo Eutin Christmas Market 2026: Festive Magic at the Castle and Lights Trail
The Eutin Christmas market 2026 combines the classic market on the castle terraces, the free citywide Lights Trail (November 24, 2026 to January 3, 2027) and the Kiwanis Christmas market inside the castle (December 5 and 6). All three formats are free to attend.