Illustrative photo Celler Weihnachtsmarkt 2026 – Christmas Market in Celle's Historic Half-Timbered Old Town
The Celler Weihnachtsmarkt 2026 runs from 23 November to 27 December in Celle's stunning medieval half-timbered old town. With around 62 stalls, a spectacular light parade, a medieval market and free admission across 35 days, it is one of the most atmospheric Christmas markets in northern Germany.
Illustrative photo Kassel Fairy Tale Christmas Market 2026 – Magical Advent in the Brothers Grimm City
The Kassel Fairy Tale Christmas Market 2026 runs from 23 November to 30 December (closed 24–26 Dec) daily from 11:00 to 20:00. Between Königsplatz, Friedrichsplatz and Opernplatz, visitors enjoy a magical Advent atmosphere with Ferris wheel, fairy-tale pyramid and the flying Santa – free admission and dedicated to the Brothers Grimm.
Illustrative photo Saarbrücken Christkindl Market 2026 – Festive Lights in Saarbrücken City
The Saarbrücken Christkindl Market 2026 takes place from 23 November to 30 December on St. Johanner Markt and Bahnhofstraße. With over 80 stalls, an Alpine hut, flying Santa Claus and the Christmas Garden in the Franco-German Garden, Saarbrücken offers a varied Advent atmosphere with free admission.
Illustrative photo Karlsruhe Christmas Market 2026 in Karlsruhe, Germany – Dates, Highlights & Visitor Guide
The Karlsruhe Christmas Market 2026 takes place from 23 November to 23 December on Marktplatz and Friedrichsplatz. With Ferris wheel, Flying Santa, Children’s Land and the ice rink on Schlossplatz, the Christmas City of Karlsruhe offers a varied Advent experience. Admission is free.
Illustrative photo Hameln Christmas Market 2026 – Fairytale Christmas Market in Hameln, Germany
The Hameln Christmas Market takes place from 23 November to 30 December 2026 in the historic old town of Hameln. Around 60 chalets, a Ferris wheel, the Wish Amplifier and a fairytale atmosphere against the Weser Renaissance backdrop await visitors. Admission is free.
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 Historic Roncalli Christmas Market Hamburg 2026 – Rathausmarkt
The Historic Roncalli Christmas Market Hamburg 2026 runs from November 23 to December 23 at the Rathausmarkt. Nostalgic handicrafts, a historic carousel and a Santa figure flying over the square daily await visitors, with free admission.
Illustrative photo Maritimer Engelkemarkt Emden 2026 – Christmas Market at the Ratsdelft in East Frisia
The Maritimer Engelkemarkt in Emden takes place from 23 November to 31 December 2026 (closed 24–26 December) along the historic Ratsdelft harbour and Stadtgarten. With illuminated museum ships, a towering Christmas pyramid and free admission, it is one of the most distinctive Christmas markets on the North Sea coast.
Illustrative photo Alexanderplatz Christmas Market 2026: Two Worlds under the TV Tower in Berlin
The Alexanderplatz Christmas Market 2026 in Berlin opens with a new organiser and the concept “Two worlds, one experience”: traditional lanes and an evening fountain show at the Fountain of International Friendship, plus containers, street food, an ice stock lane and a photo mirror at the World Clock. From 23 November to 26 December 2026, daily 11:00 to 22:00, Christmas Eve until 14:00. Free entry.
Illustrative photo Weihnachten am Meer Wilhelmshaven 2026/2027 – Christmas Market by the North Sea
The Christmas market “Weihnachten am Meer” takes place from 23 November to 28 December 2026 at Valoisplatz in Wilhelmshaven. Free admission, festive lights, stalls and maritime atmosphere by the North Sea await visitors.
Illustrative photo Frankfurt Christmas Market 2026 – Tradition on the Römerberg
The Frankfurt Christmas Market 2026 runs from 23 November to 22 December on the Römerberg and through the city centre. Over 230 stalls, half-timbered façades, Bethmännchen and hot apple wine – free entry.
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.