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Welcome to the Münster Christmas Markets 2026
From November 23 to December 23, 2026, the historic old town of Münster turns into a glowing winter wonderland. Around the Prinzipalmarkt, with its rebuilt gabled merchant houses, six separate Christmas markets open their gates, all within easy walking distance of each other.
Highlights and Attractions at the Münster Christmas Markets
- The large market around the gothic town hall and Prinzipalmarkt with around 90 stalls and golden lighting
- The Lichtermarkt at the church square of St. Lamberti with arts, crafts and fine food
- Further markets at Aegidiimarkt, Am Kiepenkerl, Harsewinkelplatz and near the Überwasserkirche
- A nostalgic children's carousel at the largest market in the town hall courtyard
- Mulled wine, roasted almonds and regional specialities served beneath the historic arcades
- Concerts, exhibitions and a reflective church program throughout the Advent season
- Guided Advent walks that share stories and traditions from Münster's history
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Program and Schedule: What to Expect in Münster
Most markets open Monday to Thursday from 11am to 8pm and stay open until 9pm on Fridays and Saturdays, with Sunday hours again until 8pm. While the town hall market and Aegidiimarkt run through December 23, the markets near the Überwasserkirche and Lambertikirchplatz close a day earlier, on December 22. Admission to all six markets is free.
Tickets and Admission for the Münster Christmas Markets
Visiting the Christmas markets themselves is completely free, since no entrance fee applies. Costs are only for food, drinks and craft items purchased on site, with a cup of mulled wine typically costing between 4 and 5 euros including the deposit for the reusable mug.
Visitor Tips: Travel and Accommodation in Münster
- Arriving by train to Münster main station is convenient, as it is only a short walk from there to the Prinzipalmarkt
- Visitors arriving by car should use a park and ride option due to limited parking in the city centre
- Warm clothing and comfortable shoes are worth packing for long strolls between the six markets
- Hotels in the old town fill up quickly on Advent weekends, so early booking is recommended
- An evening visit is especially rewarding, when the golden lighting along the Prinzipalmarkt looks its best
Note: The information on this page was researched at the time of writing and may have changed since then (e.g. date, venue, or program). Visit the organizer's official website →
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