Christmas Markets in Germany

Germany defines European winter traditions, spanning historic destinations like the Nuremberg Christkindlesmarkt and festive squares along the Rhine. Access verified market schedules, transit advice, and regional food guides to plan an efficient route across Germany's top Christmas market cities.

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Ingolstadt Christmas Market 2026 in Ingolstadt, Germany – Dates, Highlights & Visitor Guide Illustrative photo
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Ingolstadt Christmas Market 2026 in Ingolstadt, Germany – Dates, Highlights & Visitor Guide

The Ingolstadt Christmas Market 2026 takes place from 20 November to 22 December on Theaterplatz in Ingolstadt, Germany. Festive stalls, a fairy-tale trail, arts and crafts market and ice rink create a magical Advent atmosphere in the old town. Admission is free. ---

Nov 20, 2026
🇩🇪 Ingolstadt
Aachen Christmas Market 2026 – Dates, Program & Visitor Guide Illustrative photo
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Aachen Christmas Market 2026 – Dates, Program & Visitor Guide

From 20 Nov to 23 Dec 2026, the Aachen Christmas Market enchants visitors with festive lights in the narrow streets around the Cathedral and Town Hall. Enjoy historic scenery, delicious gastronomy, and the unique scent of Aachener Printen.

Nov 20, 2026
🇩🇪 Aachen
Berchtesgadener Advent 2026/2027 in Berchtesgaden, Germany – Traditional Alpine Christmas Market Illustrative photo
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Berchtesgadener Advent 2026/2027 in Berchtesgaden, Germany – Traditional Alpine Christmas Market

The Berchtesgadener Advent 2026/2027 takes place from 20 November 2026 to 3 January 2027 in the historic centre of Berchtesgaden, Germany. Free admission, traditional crafts, music and Alpine views await visitors. ---

Nov 20, 2026
🇩🇪 Berchtesgaden
Fulda Christmas Market, Fulda, Germany 2026: Dates, Program and Admission Illustrative photo
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Fulda Christmas Market, Fulda, Germany 2026: Dates, Program and Admission

The Fulda Christmas Market 2026 runs from 20 November to 23 December in Fulda’s baroque centre, daily 11:00–20:00, free admission, closed on 22 November. Five themed areas – the traditional market on Universitaetsplatz with an 18-metre pyramid, Kinder-Weihnachtsland on Borgiasplatz, the medieval village in the museum courtyard, the regio’markt on Buttermarkt and Winterwald at Unterm Heilig Kreuz – fill the streets around the cathedral and City Palace. Programme updates: weihnachten-fulda.de.

Nov 20, 2026
🇩🇪 Fulda
Wormser Weihnacht 2026 – Christmas Market in Worms with Nibelungen Theme Illustrative photo
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Wormser Weihnacht 2026 – Christmas Market in Worms with Nibelungen Theme

Wormser Weihnacht 2026 runs from 20 November to 23 December, spreading free of charge across the inner city of Worms from Parmaplatz to the Römischer Kaiser. Combining a traditional Christmas market with the Nibelungen cultural theme and a lively stage programme at the Obermarkt, it is one of the most atmospheric Advent events in Rhineland-Palatinate.

Nov 20, 2026
🇩🇪 Worms
Romantic Christmas Market Schloss Thurn und Taxis 2026 – Program & Tickets Illustrative photo
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Romantic Christmas Market Schloss Thurn und Taxis 2026 – Program & Tickets

Experience the magical and romantic Christmas market at Schloss Thurn und Taxis in Regensburg from 20 November to 23 December 2026. Enjoy historic crafts, sparkling lights, and festive culinary treats inside the palace grounds.

Nov 20, 2026
🇩🇪 Regensburg
Muelheimer Schiffsweihnacht, Mulheim an der Ruhr, Germany 2026 – Ship Christmas Market Illustrative photo
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Muelheimer Schiffsweihnacht, Mulheim an der Ruhr, Germany 2026 – Ship Christmas Market

Muelheimer Schiffsweihnacht 2026 on Schleuseninsel in Mulheim an der Ruhr: 20–21 and 27–29 November. Free entry. Market on White Fleet ships.

Nov 20, 2026
🇩🇪 Mulheim an der Ruhr
Wernigerode Christmas Market 2026 – Half-Timbered Magic beneath the Castle Illustrative photo
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Wernigerode Christmas Market 2026 – Half-Timbered Magic beneath the Castle

The Wernigerode Christmas Market 2026 takes place from 20 November to 22 December on the market square, Breite Straße and Nicolaiplatz. Over 60 stalls in front of half-timbered houses and the castle, complemented by the Wintermarkt from 25 December and the Lichterzauber in Schierke, make Wernigerode one of the most beautiful Christmas destinations in the Harz.

Nov 20, 2026
🇩🇪 Wernigerode
Rothenburg Reiterlesmarkt 2026 – Medieval Christmas Market, Program & Guide Illustrative photo
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Rothenburg Reiterlesmarkt 2026 – Medieval Christmas Market, Program & Guide

From 20 Nov to 23 Dec 2026, the medieval old town of Rothenburg ob der Tauber hosts the magical Reiterlesmarkt, featuring festive lights, brass music, the legendary horseman, and traditional holiday treats.

Nov 20, 2026
🇩🇪 Rothenburg ob der Tauber
Bergedorf Christmas Market 2026: Scandinavian Christmas Village at Bergedorf Castle Illustrative photo
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Bergedorf Christmas Market 2026: Scandinavian Christmas Village at Bergedorf Castle

The Bergedorf Christmas Market 2026 turns Bergedorf Castle into a Scandinavian Christmas village from November 20 to December 30, complete with campfires and northern lights effects. Admission is free.

Nov 20, 2026
🇩🇪 Hamburg
Nikolausmarkt Bad Kreuznach 2026 – Christmas Market at the Historic Eiermarkt in Rhineland-Palatinate Illustrative photo
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Nikolausmarkt Bad Kreuznach 2026 – Christmas Market at the Historic Eiermarkt in Rhineland-Palatinate

The Nikolausmarkt Bad Kreuznach 2026 takes place from 20 November to 20 December at the historic Eiermarkt, surrounding the medieval Nikolauskirche. With around 30 stalls, a daily children's programme and free admission, it is one of the most traditional Christmas markets in Rhineland-Palatinate.

Nov 20, 2026
🇩🇪 Bad Kreuznach
Mosel Wine Night Market Traben-Trarbach – Underground Christmas Market 2026 Illustrative photo
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Mosel Wine Night Market Traben-Trarbach – Underground Christmas Market 2026

Experience the Mosel Wine Night Market in Traben-Trarbach from 20 Nov 2026 to 2 Jan 2027. Set inside historic underground wine cellars, enjoy mystical lights, exquisite Mosel wine, artisan crafts, and a cozy festive atmosphere.

Nov 20, 2026
🇩🇪 Traben-Trarbach

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