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 Lucia Christmas Market 2026 – Scandinavian Advent at Berlin Kulturbrauerei
The Lucia Christmas Market 2026 fills the courtyards of the Kulturbrauerei in Berlin-Prenzlauer Berg from 23 November to 22 December with red-and-white stalls, glögg, Swedish fires and the Lucia festival on 13 December. Free entry, 15:00–22:00 on weekdays, from 13:00 at weekends. Official info: lucia-weihnachtsmarkt.de, Schönhauser Allee 36.
Illustrative photo Spandau Christmas Market 2026 – Traditional Christmas Magic in Berlin’s Spandau Old Town
The Spandau Christmas Market 2026 takes place from 23 November to 22 December in the historic Old Town of Spandau. With a large pyramid, nostalgic Ferris wheel, international crafts and free admission, it is one of Berlin’s most popular traditional Christmas markets.
Illustrative photo Charlottenburg Palace Christmas Market 2026 – Berlin Visitor Guide
The Christmas market at Charlottenburg Palace in Berlin runs 23 November to 27 December 2026 (closed Christmas Eve) with free admission. Façade light-mapping, 100-plus wooden huts in the cour d’honneur and gardens, carousels and punch – Berlin’s most romantic market, easy by U2 and bus M45.
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 Bremerhaven Christmas Market 2026: Dates, Program, Opening Hours
The Bremerhaven Christmas Market runs from November 23 to December 30, 2026 in the city center. Around the Große Kirche and Theodor Heuss Platz, visitors will find a free market with maritime flair, a sea of lights, and a program for the whole family.
Illustrative photo Bremen Christmas Markets 2026: Dates, Highlights and Tips
From November 23 to December 23, 2026, the Bremen Christmas Market and the Schlachte Zauber transform the city center and the Weser promenade into a festive setting around the Rathaus, the Roland statue and the Bremen Town Musicians. Additional neighbourhood markets, such as the Winterwald in the Ansgari Quarter, round out the offering.
Illustrative photo Altona Ottensen Christmas Market 2026: Dates, Program, Tickets
The Altona Ottensen Christmas market runs from November 23 to December 23, 2026, between Altona train station and Spritzenplatz. With around 40 huts, international street food and free admission, it is one of Hamburg's most authentic Christmas markets.
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 Dessau Christmas Market 2026 – Advent Market & Marienkirche in Dessau-Rosslau
The Dessau Advent Market 2026 takes place from 23 November to 23 December on the market square and is complemented by the atmospheric arts and crafts market in the Marienkirche from 8 to 13 December. Ice rink, light displays and free admission make Dessau-Rosslau a varied Advent destination in the Bauhaus city.
Illustrative photo Naumburg Christmas Market 2026 – Cathedral City & Saale-Unstrut Wine Magic
The Naumburg Christmas Market 2026 takes place from 23 November to 20 December on the historic market square of the cathedral city. Complemented by Christmas in the Courtyards, the Saale Mulled-Wine Walk and Advent in the Vineyards, Naumburg offers a unique mix of cathedral backdrop, giant nativity scene and Saale-Unstrut wine magic with free admission.
Illustrative photo Weihnachtsmarkt Brühl 2026 – Christmas Market near Schloss Augustusburg, Germany
The Weihnachtsmarkt Brühl 2026 takes place from 23 November to 24 December in the pedestrian zone at the market square. Around 60 stalls offer crafts and culinary specialties close to Schloss Augustusburg. Free admission, daily 11 am–8 pm (24 Dec until 2 pm).