Illustrative photo Schwerin Christmas Market 2026 – Stern im Norden Castle Guide
Schwerin’s “Stern im Norden” Christmas market runs from 23 November to 30 December 2026 across the old town around Altstädtischer Markt, the Pfaffenteich and Mecklenburgstraße. Free entry, closed 24 and 25 December. Ice rink, ferris wheel and castle views make this the state’s most cinematic Advent stop, with Advent im Hof, Höfische Weihnacht and wintersonnenWERKE as extras.
Illustrative photo Hanau Christmas Market, Hanau, Germany 2026: Dates, Stalls and Advent Calendar
The Hanau Christmas Market 2026 runs from 23 November to 22 December, daily 11:00–21:00, on Marktplatz in Hanau, Germany. More than 70 stalls, a Ferris wheel, a live stage and Hesse’s largest Advent calendar at Neustädter Rathaus form the free-entry heart of Hanauer Weihnachtszauber, joined by an artists’ market, Wintergold in the Fronhof and Advent markets in the city’s districts.
Illustrative photo Flensburg Christmas Market 2026: Nordic Charm on the Fjord
The Flensburg Christmas Market 2026 runs from November 23 to December 30 between Südermarkt and Nordermarkt. Nordic charm, Danish specialties and the famous Christmas pyramid make it one of northern Germany's most distinctive markets.
Illustrative photo Bremerhaven Christmas Market 2026: Festive Lights by the Große Kirche
The Bremerhaven Christmas Market 2026 runs from November 23 to December 30 around the Große Kirche and Theodor Heuss Platz. With free admission, visitors can enjoy a Ferris wheel, light installations and a maritime atmosphere right in the heart of Bremerhaven.
Illustrative photo Alexanderplatz Christmas Market 2026 – Ferris Wheel & Lights in Berlin
The Alexanderplatz Christmas Market 2026 in Berlin is the capital’s free big-city market under the TV Tower: pyramid, Ferris wheel, carousels, roller rink and Party House. 2026 dates were not yet official in September; last season ran 24 November to 26 December 2025, daily 11:00–22:00. Pair it with Rotes Rathaus, the Humboldt Forum and Gendarmenmarkt.
Illustrative photo Hannover Christmas Market, Hanover, Germany 2026: Dates, Markets and Opening Hours
The Hanover Christmas Market 2026 runs from 23 November to 22 December in the Old Town around Marktkirche, with a historic village on the Leine, a Finnish village, the Wishing Well Forest and the Lister Meile market. The Roncalli Christmas Village on Ernst-August-Platz stays open until 30 December. Free admission, typically daily 11:00 to 21:00.
Illustrative photo Rendsburg Christmas Market 2026 – De lütte Wiehnacht Visitor Guide
De lütte Wiehnacht is Rendsburg’s free town Christmas market on Schiffbrückenplatz and Altstädter Markt, run by Rendsburg Tourismus + Marketing GmbH. The 2026/27 season is expected from late November to early January; exact dates were not yet official in September 2026. Come for the Stadtwerke SH ice rink, punch, citizens’ huts and Advent walks – a smart stop between Kiel and the coast.
Illustrative photo Wittenberg Christmas Market 2026 – Advent in Lutherstadt Wittenberg
The Wittenberg Christmas Market 2026 takes place from 23 November to 29 December on the historic market square of Lutherstadt Wittenberg (closed on 24 and 25 December). Complemented by the clubs market, the Advent festival at the Lutherhof and the Market of Beautiful Things, the UNESCO city offers a unique Reformation-inspired Advent atmosphere with free admission.
Illustrative photo Christmas Market at the Memorial Church 2026 – City West Magic in Berlin
The Christmas Market at the Memorial Church 2026 takes place from 23 November to 3 January on Breitscheidplatz in Berlin’s City West. With over 60 international stalls, Feuerzangenbowle and free admission, it offers a festive atmosphere right next to the Kaiser Wilhelm Memorial Church.
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 Stralsund Christmas Market 2026 – UNESCO World Heritage Advent in Stralsund
The Stralsund Christmas Market 2026 takes place from 23 November to 31 December in the UNESCO World Heritage Old Town. With locations on Alter Markt, in the town hall cellar, on Neuer Markt and at Johanniskloster it offers culture, crafts, an ice rink and medieval tradition with free admission.
Illustrative photo Christmas Market at the Red Town Hall 2026/2027 – Berlin Christmas Time with Ice Rink & Ferris Wheel
The Christmas Market at the Red Town Hall in Berlin delights with Old Berlin scenery, a large ice rink around the Neptune Fountain and a 50-metre Ferris wheel. Free admission; open this season from November 23, 2026, to January 3, 2027.