Illustrative photo Lauenburg Christmas Market 2026 – Castle Square on the Elbe
The Lauenburg Christmas Market around the castle and Schlossturm is the town’s free three-day hillside fair on the Elbe, run by the WVL. It traditionally falls on the second Advent weekend; 2026 dates were not yet official in September. Frau Holle, fairy-tale figures, the Advent light and decorated Elbstraße make Lauenburg a atmospheric stop between Hamburg and Lüneburg.
Illustrative photo Güstrow Christmas Market 2026 – Advent on the Market Square in Güstrow
The Güstrow Christmas Market 2026 (Advent on the Market) takes place on the historic market square in front of the town hall. With an ice stock track, mulled wine parties, family days and regional specialities, the Barlach City offers a cosy Advent atmosphere. Exact dates will be announced; admission is free.
Illustrative photo St. Wendel Christmas Market 2026: Christmas Magic Meets a Medieval Market
The St. Wendel Christmas and Medieval Market takes place from December 4 to 13, 2026 in the historic old town around the town hall and basilica. With around 150 stalls, a lively medieval market in the Mott area and festive lighting, it ranks among the most beautiful Christmas markets in Saarland, and admission is free.
Illustrative photo Blieskastel Christkindlmarkt 2026: Christmas Magic in the Baroque Old Town
The Blieskastel Christkindlmarkt takes place from December 4 to 6, 2026, on Paradeplatz in the baroque old town. Admission is free, with handmade crafts, mulled wine and a live music program.
Illustrative photo Alt-Rixdorf Christmas Market 2026 – Historic Village Market in Berlin
The Alt-Rixdorf Christmas Market 2026 runs 4–6 December on Richardplatz in Berlin-Neukölln: Friday 17:00–21:00, Saturday 14:00–21:00, Sunday 14:00–20:00. More than 200 charity stalls, kerosene light and free entry define the Bohemian Village. Bezirksamt Neukölln organises one of the city’s few fully non-profit markets.
Illustrative photo Broicher Schlossweihnacht, Mulheim an der Ruhr, Germany 2026 – Medieval Castle Christmas Market
Broicher Schlossweihnacht 2026 at Schloss Broich in Mulheim an der Ruhr: 5–6, 12–13 and 19–20 December. Medieval market with tickets from 6 EUR.
Illustrative photo Broicher Schlossweihnacht, Mulheim an der Ruhr, Germany 2026 – Medieval Christmas Market
Broicher Schlossweihnacht 2026: medieval Christmas market at Schloss Broich in Mulheim an der Ruhr on 5–6, 12–13 and 19–20 December. Tickets from 6 EUR.
Illustrative photo Weihnachtsmarkt Borken-Weseke 2026 – Small Local Advent Market at St. Ludgerus Church Square
The Weihnachtsmarkt Borken-Weseke 2026 takes place on December 5 and 6 at the church square of St. Ludgerus Parish Church. Expect a small local Advent market with free admission, regional stalls and a cozy atmosphere.
Illustrative photo Weihnachtsmarkt Augustdorf 2026 – Local Christmas Market in North Rhine-Westphalia
The Weihnachtsmarkt Augustdorf 2026 takes place on 5 and 6 December around the town hall. Around 35 stalls, handicrafts, mulled wine, Saint Nicholas and music await visitors. Admission is free. ---
Illustrative photo Weihnachtswaldmarkt Wildwald Vosswinkel, Arnsberg, Germany 2026: Dates, Tickets and Forest Christmas Market
The Weihnachtswaldmarkt Wildwald Vosswinkel 2026 opens on 5–6 and 12–13 December from 10:00 to 20:00 in the Luerwald forest in Arnsberg, Germany. More than 50 artisans, storytelling hours, game feeding and fresh Nordmann firs make this one of North Rhine-Westphalia’s most unusual Christmas markets. Admission: 8 euros (adults), 4 euros (children 8–16), under 8 free.
Illustrative photo Weihnachtsmarkt Bad Berleburg-Arfeld 2026 – Dates, Schedule & Info
The Weihnachtsmarkt Bad Berleburg-Arfeld takes place on December 5, 2026, from 11:00 AM to midnight in Arfeld. Enjoy a cozy festive atmosphere with local crafts and traditional treats.
Illustrative photo Weihnachtsmarkt Balve, Balve, Germany 2026: Dates, Free Entry & Program
Weihnachtsmarkt Balve 2026 (Adventszauber am Drostenhaus) takes place on 5 and 6 December around Drostenplatz in Balve. This compact Sauerland Christmas market offers free admission, festive wooden huts, live music and mulled wine in the historic town centre.