Illustrative photo Christmas Markets in Hamburg City Centre 2026: A Complete Guide
Hamburg's city centre hosts six Christmas markets in 2026, running from mid November until just before Christmas around Rathausmarkt, Jungfernstieg, Gänsemarkt, St. Petri, Gerhart Hauptmann Platz and Spitalerstraße. All markets are free to enter and connected by an easy walk.
Illustrative photo Weihnachten an der Spree 2026: All Inclusive Christmas Market in Berlin
Weihnachten an der Spree 2026 runs from November 16 to December 30 at the Spreespeicher in Berlin. This all inclusive Christmas market with a view of the Oberbaumbrücke includes food and drinks in the ticket price.
Weihnachtsmarkt am Koelner Dom, Cologne, Germany 2026 – Cathedral Christmas Market
Weihnachtsmarkt am Koelner Dom 2026: 16 November to 23 December on Roncalliplatz, Cologne. Free entry. Closed on 22 November.
Illustrative photo Refrather Christmas Market Bergisch Gladbach Germany 2026: Dates, Ice Stock Rink & Alpine Hut
The Refrather Christmas Market runs from 16 November to 23 December 2026 on Peter-Bürling-Platz in Bergisch Gladbach. Free entry, an ice stock rink, an Alpine hut with raclette and atmospheric stalls create a perfect Advent experience for the whole family.
Illustrative photo HafenCity Christmas Market Hamburg 2026: Modern Advent at Überseeboulevard
The HafenCity Christmas market on Hamburg's Überseeboulevard offers a modern take on Advent with a cosy lounge, winter golf and a curling rink. Exact 2026 dates will be confirmed in late summer, though the market has traditionally run from mid November into early January.
Illustrative photo Bonn Christmas Market 2026 – Dates, Program & Visitor Guide
From 18 Nov to 23 Dec 2026, the Bonn Christmas Market welcomes visitors to Münsterplatz. Set around the Beethoven monument, enjoy a musical market focused on live concerts, arts and crafts, and festive gastronomy.
Illustrative photo Humboldt Forum Winter Market 2026 – Schlossplatz Lights & Crafts
The Winter Market at the Humboldt Forum in Berlin runs from 18 November 2026 to 3 January 2027, daily 11:00–22:00, on Schlossplatz, in the Schlüterhof and on the Spreeterrassen. Free entry; closed 22 November and 24 December. Crafts, historic rides, fire-tongs punch and laser shows on the palace façades – one minute from U5 Museumsinsel.
Illustrative photo Weißer Zauber on Jungfernstieg 2026 – Christmas Market by the Alster
Weißer Zauber on the Jungfernstieg 2026 runs from 18 November to 23 December in Hamburg on the Binnenalster. Elegant white pagoda tents, festive lights, a historic Ferris wheel and free entry make it one of the city’s most stylish Christmas markets. Check hours at weisserzauber-jungfernstieg.de.
Illustrative photo Regensburg Christmas Markets 2026: Dates, Tickets & Complete Guide
The Christmas markets in Regensburg 2026 run from 19 November to 23 December and offer unique variety: the traditional Christkindlmarkt on Neupfarrplatz, the romantic market at Thurn und Taxis Palace, the Lucrezia arts and crafts market and the cozy Advent market by the Danube. Most markets are free; only Thurn und Taxis charges admission.
Illustrative photo Freiburg Christmas Market 2026 in Freiburg, Germany – Dates, Locations & Visitor Guide
The Freiburg Christmas Market 2026 takes place from 19 November to 23 December in Freiburg’s Old Town. More than 140 stalls at nine locations offer crafts, regional food and a festive atmosphere. Admission is free.
Illustrative photo Ruedesheim Christmas Market of Nations 2026 – Program & Guide
From 19 Nov to 23 Dec 2026, the Christmas Market of Nations in Rüdesheim brings together over 20 cultures. Enjoy international delicacies, handicrafts, and festive lights across the historic Old Town and Drosselgasse.
Illustrative photo Kiel Christmas Markets 2026: Dates for Holstenplatz, Old Town and More
Kiel's Christmas markets open across several city center squares in 2026, including Holstenplatz, Alter Markt, Asmus Bremer Platz and Rathausplatz, between November 19 and December 30. Each location offers its own festive atmosphere with free admission.