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 Rostock Christmas Market 2026 – Northern Germany’s Largest Market
The Rostock Christmas Market 2026 runs 23 November to 22 December on Neuer Markt and along Kröpeliner Straße to Kröpeliner Tor – free entry, organised by Großmarkt Rostock GmbH. It is northern Germany’s largest Christmas market: Ferris wheel, fairy-tale world, food mile and winter fair. Add St Nicholas Church (26–28 November) and the Warnemünde seaside market.
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 Münster Christmas Markets 2026: Six Markets in the Golden Old Town
From November 23 to December 23, 2026, six Christmas markets fill the old town of Münster with festive charm. Around the golden lit Prinzipalmarkt, visitors will find arts and crafts, mulled wine and holiday concerts, all free to enter.
Illustrative photo Munich Christmas Markets 2026 – Marienplatz & Tollwood
From 23 Nov to 24 Dec 2026, Munich offers the perfect mix: experience Bavarian tradition at the historic Christkindlmarkt on Marienplatz, and enjoy the colorful, bohemian flair of the Tollwood Winter Festival on Theresienwiese with its organic food and arts.
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 Heidelberg Christmas Market 2026 – All Squares, Dates & Visitor Guide
The Heidelberg Christmas Market 2026 runs from 23 November to 22 December across six historic squares in the Old Town, from Bismarckplatz to Karlsplatz. With around 140 stalls, the enchanting Winterwäldchen forest, a castle-view ice rink and free admission, it is one of Baden-Württemberg's most celebrated Christmas markets.
Illustrative photo Lübeck Christmas Market 2026: The Christmas City of the North
The Lübeck Christmas Market 2026 runs from November 23 to December 30 around the town hall and old town. Eleven distinct Christmas worlds turn Lübeck into the Christmas City of the North, all free to visit.
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 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 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 Eckernförde Christmas Market 2026: Advent by the Baltic Sea
The Eckernförde Christmas Market 2026 runs from November 23 to December 30 around St. Nicolai Church in the Baltic Sea town of Eckernförde. Visitors can enjoy a wooden carousel, festive handcrafted goods and a family friendly program, all with free admission.