Illustrative photo Gotha Christmas Market 2026: Advent in the Ducal Town
The Gotha Christmas Market 2026 runs from November 23 to December 30 around Hauptmarkt square. Framed by Friedenstein Palace, visitors can enjoy a walk in Schwibbogen arch, an ice rink and a historic fairy tale forest.
Illustrative photo Meiningen Christmas Magic 2026: Advent in the Historic Old Town
Meiningen's Christmas Magic runs from November 23 to December 21, 2026 on the Marktplatz. About 30 huts, an 8 meter tall Christmas pyramid and an ice rink at the Heinrichsbrunnen fountain define Advent in this small theater town.
Illustrative photo Cottbus Christmas Market of a Thousand Stars 2026: Dates and Highlights
The Christmas Market of a Thousand Stars in Cottbus runs from November 23 to December 23, 2026, around the Altmarkt in the city center. More than 1000 Herrnhut stars, a 14 meter tall tree and a beautifully lit pyramid define this free market.
Illustrative photo Christmas Markets in Brandenburg an der Havel 2026: All Dates and Highlights
Brandenburg an der Havel celebrates three Christmas markets in 2026: the large market at Neustädtischer Markt, the Weihnachtszauber in the historic old town and the quiet Advent market on Dominsel.
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).
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 Wismar Christmas Market 2026 – UNESCO World Heritage Christmas Magic in Wismar
The Wismar Christmas Market 2026 takes place from 23 November to 20 December on the historic market square of the UNESCO World Heritage city. Complemented by the Sternenwald at the Old Harbour, the art market in St. Georgen and the Seemannsweihnacht, Wismar offers a unique maritime Advent atmosphere with free admission.
Illustrative photo Magdeburg Christmas Market 2026 – Lights & Kaiser Otto in Magdeburg
The Magdeburg Christmas Market 2026 takes place from 23 November to 29 December on the Alter Markt and around the town hall. With the Kaiser Otto Palace, Ferris wheel, 50 mulled wine varieties and the large Lichterwelt, Magdeburg offers one of the most diverse Advent atmospheres in Saxony-Anhalt – with free admission.
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 Zwickau Christmas Market 2026: Festive Magic in the Old Town
The Zwickau Christmas Market 2026 runs from November 23 to December 22 in the historic old town. Around 100 stalls, a daily stage program and the popular fairy tale lane create a festive atmosphere, with free admission.
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 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.