Illustrative photo St. Wendel Christmas Market 2026: Christmas Magic Meets a Medieval Market
The St. Wendel Christmas and Medieval Market takes place from December 4 to 13, 2026 in the historic old town around the town hall and basilica. With around 150 stalls, a lively medieval market in the Mott area and festive lighting, it ranks among the most beautiful Christmas markets in Saarland, and admission is free.
Illustrative photo Blieskastel Christkindlmarkt 2026: Christmas Magic in the Baroque Old Town
The Blieskastel Christkindlmarkt takes place from December 4 to 6, 2026, on Paradeplatz in the baroque old town. Admission is free, with handmade crafts, mulled wine and a live music program.
Illustrative photo Broicher Schlossweihnacht, Mulheim an der Ruhr, Germany 2026 – Medieval Castle Christmas Market
Broicher Schlossweihnacht 2026 at Schloss Broich in Mulheim an der Ruhr: 5–6, 12–13 and 19–20 December. Medieval market with tickets from 6 EUR.
Illustrative photo Zittau Christmas Market 2026: Advent on the Market Square
The Zittau Christmas Market 2026 runs from December 5 to 13 on the Marktplatz. Beneath Herrnhut stars, visitors can enjoy local crafts, a daily stage program and the traditional Festival of Lights, all with free admission.
Illustrative photo Krampuslauf Salzburg 2026: Dates, Route and Visitor Guide
On 5 and 6 December 2026, the Krampuslauf winds through Salzburg's Old Town, from Linzer Gasse and Getreidegasse to the big finale at the Dom and Residenzplatz beside the Christmas market. A free, spectacularly eerie show with dozens of groups.
Illustrative photo Grafenegg Advent 2026: Christmas Market at Grafenegg Castle Park
Grafenegg Advent 2026 takes place from December 5 to 8 in the castle park of Grafenegg. This long running Christmas market in Lower Austria offers regional craftsmanship, culinary specialties and musical performances set against a unique castle backdrop.
Illustrative photo Himmlische Weihnacht 2026 at Rittergut Kleingera
On December 5, 2026, Himmlische Weihnacht opens at Rittergut Kleingera near Elsterberg. This small Advent market offers handicrafts, festively decorated stables and a cozy atmosphere on historic manor grounds.
Illustrative photo Pyramidenandrehen Gommla 2026: Christmas Pyramid Lighting near Greiz
On December 5, 2026, the large Christmas pyramid is ceremonially lit at the Wendeschleife in Gommla near Greiz. A small Christmas market with mulled wine, stollen and a children's program rounds out this village Advent event.
Illustrative photo Living Nativity of Greccio 2026: The First Crib in History
In December 2026, Greccio brings back the historic reenactment of the very first nativity scene ever staged. Around the Franciscan sanctuary, several living scenes recreate the moment Saint Francis first brought the story to life here in 1223.
Illustrative photo Krampuslauf Bad Gastein 2026: Traditional Krampus Parade in the Gastein Valley
The Krampuslauf in Bad Gastein takes place on December 5 and 6, 2026. Up to 100 traditional groups of Saint Nicholas, Krampus figures and angels parade through the towns of the Gastein Valley, and admission is free.
Illustrative photo Broicher Schlossweihnacht, Mulheim an der Ruhr, Germany 2026 – Medieval Christmas Market
Broicher Schlossweihnacht 2026: medieval Christmas market at Schloss Broich in Mulheim an der Ruhr on 5–6, 12–13 and 19–20 December. Tickets from 6 EUR.
Illustrative photo Pankow Advent Market at the Heynhöfe 2026: Christmas Market in Berlin Pankow
The Pankow Advent Market at the Heynhöfe takes place on December 5 and 6, 2026 in Berlin Pankow. Admission is free, with daily changing stalls offering crafts, mulled wine and a cozy stage program.