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 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 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 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 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 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.
Illustrative photo Colmar Christmas Market 2026 – Magical Festive Experience in Alsace
From 23 Nov to 29 Dec 2026, the Colmar Christmas Market enchants the historic old town and Little Venice with 6 distinct markets, half-timbered houses, and movie-set magic.
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 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 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 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.