Illustrative photo Nikolaussonntag Rheine 2026 – St. Nicholas Market, Parade & Shopping Sunday
On 6 December 2026 the Nikolaussonntag takes place in Rheine. The St. Nicholas market opens on the historic market square, shops welcome visitors from 13:00 to 18:00 and St. Nicholas traditionally arrives by boat on the Ems around 17:00 in the city centre. ---
Illustrative photo Bad Köstritz Christmas Market 2026: Small Advent Gathering
The Bad Köstritz Weihnachtstraum 2026 is a small Advent market run by the fire brigade and local Edeka store on its parking lot. Free admission, handmade crafts, mulled wine and a fire brigade vehicle display.
Illustrative photo Homburg Christmas Village 2026: Christmas Market at Christian Weber Square
The Homburg Christmas Village at Christian Weber Square opens from December 6 to 30, 2026. Admission is free, with festively decorated huts, a large ice rink and a daily stage program right in the heart of Homburg.
Illustrative photo Christmas Markets and Winter Events in Völklingen 2026
Instead of one large Christmas market, Völklingen offers several smaller Advent events in 2026, including the Völklinger Winterwelt ice rink and the neighborhood markets in Luisenthal and Fürstenhausen.
Illustrative photo Advent Market in Leonhardtstraße 2026 – Arts, Crafts & Neighbourhood Charm in Charlottenburg
On 6 December 2026 the Advent Market takes place on Leonhardtstraße in Berlin-Charlottenburg. The free arts and crafts market offers handmade unique items, local studios and culinary specialities in a relaxed neighbourhood atmosphere under old linden trees.
Illustrative photo Milan Christmas Market (Oh Bej! Oh Bej!) 2026 – Dates, Program & Guide
From 7 to 10 Dec 2026, Milan hosts "Oh Bej! Oh Bej!", its oldest Christmas market at Sforza Castle. Celebrating the city's patron saint, the event features around 400 stalls, historic charm dating back to 1510, local crafts, and culinary classics like Panettone and roasted chestnuts.
Illustrative photo Hallstatt Christmas Market 2026 – One-Day Lakeside Advent
On December 8, 2026, the one-day Hallstatt Christmas Market enchants visitors with its postcard-perfect lakeside setting. Enjoy a life-sized wooden nativity scene, traditional brass music, and regional treats on the idyllic Marktplatz.
Illustrative photo Crafts Christmas Market Schloss Moyland Bedburg-Hau, Germany 2026
Crafts Christmas Market Schloss Moyland 2026: 9–13 December in Bedburg-Hau. Day ticket 10 euros, under 16 free.
Illustrative photo Mühlhausen Christmas Market 2026: Advent in the Historic Old Town
The Mühlhausen Christmas Market 2026 takes place from December 9 to 13 around Untermarkt, Kristanplatz and Bachplatz. Over five days, the historic old town offers crafts, food and a cultural program featuring concerts.
Illustrative photo Greiz Christmas Market 2026: Advent at the Palace Garden
The Greiz Christmas Market 2026 runs from December 9 to 13 at the Schlossgarten, featuring the largest Schwibbogen arch in eastern Thuringia against a classicist backdrop. On December 5, the nearby Rittergut Kleingera estate and the village of Gommla also host smaller but atmospheric Advent events.
Illustrative photo Unikat Christmas Market Schloss Bensberg 2026 – Christmas Market in Bergisch Gladbach, Germany
The Unikat Christmas Market Schloss Bensberg takes place from 10 to 13 December 2026 at Althoff Grandhotel Schloss Bensberg in Bergisch Gladbach, Germany. High-quality arts and crafts, manufactory products, live music and a festive atmosphere in front of a baroque castle backdrop make this market a special Advent experience. Admission from €9 including mulled wine. ---
Illustrative photo Löbau Christmas Market 2026 – Traditional Winter Market in Upper Lusatia, Saxony
The traditional Löbau Christmas Market takes place from 10 to 13 December 2026 on the Altmarkt in Upper Lusatia, Saxony. Free to enter, it features the ceremonial cutting of a giant Stollen, regional food and drink, handcrafted gifts and a live stage programme across four festive days.