Illustrative photo Weihnachtswaldmarkt Wildwald Vosswinkel, Arnsberg, Germany 2026: Dates, Tickets and Forest Christmas Market
The Weihnachtswaldmarkt Wildwald Vosswinkel 2026 opens on 5–6 and 12–13 December from 10:00 to 20:00 in the Luerwald forest in Arnsberg, Germany. More than 50 artisans, storytelling hours, game feeding and fresh Nordmann firs make this one of North Rhine-Westphalia’s most unusual Christmas markets. Admission: 8 euros (adults), 4 euros (children 8–16), under 8 free.
Illustrative photo Fête des Lumières & Lyon Christmas Market 2026 – Program, Dates & Guide
Experience the magical combination of the Place Carnot Christmas Market and Lyon's world-famous Fête des Lumières from 5 to 8 December 2026, featuring spectacular light art and festive holiday cheer.
Illustrative photo Weihnachtsmarkt Balve, Balve, Germany 2026: Dates, Free Entry & Program
Weihnachtsmarkt Balve 2026 (Adventszauber am Drostenhaus) takes place on 5 and 6 December around Drostenplatz in Balve. This compact Sauerland Christmas market offers free admission, festive wooden huts, live music and mulled wine in the historic town centre.
Illustrative photo Carcassonne Christmas Market – Magie de Noël, Program & Visitor Guide
Experience "Magie de Noël" in December 2026 inside the heart of Carcassonne's historic fortress. Enjoy a Christmas market set against a spectacular medieval backdrop featuring festive lights, crafts, and French delicacies.
Illustrative photo Weihnachtsmarkt Bad Berleburg-Arfeld 2026 – Dates, Schedule & Info
The Weihnachtsmarkt Bad Berleburg-Arfeld takes place on December 5, 2026, from 11:00 AM to midnight in Arfeld. Enjoy a cozy festive atmosphere with local crafts and traditional treats.
Illustrative photo Christkindelmarkt Kandel 2026 – Christmas Market Dates, Program & Guide in Kandel, Germany
The Christkindelmarkt Kandel 2026 welcomes visitors in December with a magical Christmas atmosphere around St. Georg Church in Kandel, Germany. Enjoy local mulled wine, handcrafted gifts, and live music with free admission.
Illustrative photo Braubach Christmas Market 2026 – Dates, Locations & Guide in Braubach (Germany)
The Braubach Christmas Market 2026 takes place on the second weekend of Advent in the historic old town of Braubach, Germany. Set against timber-framed houses and the illuminated Marksburg Castle, the market offers traditional crafts, regional food, and live holiday music with free admission.
Illustrative photo Kamp-Bornhofen Christmas Market, Kamp-Bornhofen, Germany 2026/2027: Dates, Highlights & Guide
The 2026 Kamp-Bornhofen Christmas Market and Charity Day takes place on December 5, 2026, along the scenic Rhine riverfront at Hotel Rheingraf. Visitors can enjoy festive artisan stalls, charity fundraisers, regional mulled wine, and evening live music in the UNESCO World Heritage Middle Rhine Valley, alongside serene Advent meditations at Bornhofen Monastery.
Illustrative photo St. Goar Christmas Market, Sankt Goar, Germany 2026: Dates, Programme & Tips
The St. Goar Christmas markets 2026 are small Advent gatherings on the Middle Rhine, not one continuous city fair. Confirmed dates are Advent at Weingut Philipps-Mühle on 5–6 December and the Biebernheim market on 13 December. Admission is free.
Illustrative photo Adventsmarkt im Strandportal Bensersiel 2026 – Christmas Market by the North Sea
The Adventsmarkt at Strandportal Bensersiel takes place on 5 and 6 December 2026 directly on the East Frisian North Sea coast. This free, intimate market with crafts, children's activities and a visit from St. Nicholas offers a uniquely coastal Advent experience right beside the beach.
Illustrative photo Rauriser Toifi 2026: Krampus Tradition in the Rauris Valley
On December 5, 2026, the Rauriser Toifi parade through the village of Rauris in SalzburgerLand together with St Nicholas, angels and the Einspeiber. This free, deeply traditional Krampus custom ends the evening at the market square.
Illustrative photo Bad Schwalbach Christmas Market 2026 – Dates, Program & Prices
The Bad Schwalbach Christmas Market takes place on December 5 and 6, 2026, around the Weinbrunnen in the Kurpark. The compact regional market is open from 3:00 PM to 9:00 PM on Saturday and from 11:00 AM to 6:00 PM on Sunday.