Illustrative photo Natale in Piazza Lugano 2026 – Christmas Market on Lake Lugano
Natale in Piazza Lugano takes place from 26 November 2026 to 6 January 2027 on Piazza della Riforma and in the city centre. With wooden stalls, gastronomic chalets and Mediterranean flair on Lake Lugano, the Christmas market in Ticino offers a unique atmosphere. It is complemented by Winterland Locarno, the artisans’ market in Ascona and the markets in Bellinzona.
Illustrative photo St. Gallen Christmas Market 2026 – Sternenmarkt on Gallusplatz
Sternenmarkt St. Gallen 2026 (26 November to 24 December) is the city’s free Christmas market on Gallusplatz beside the UNESCO Abbey District. AllerStern lights, wooden huts, Vadian mulled wine and Sternissage on 26 November define the season. Easy to combine with Rapperswil-Jona and Bischofszell.
Illustrative photo Basel Christmas Market 2026 – Dates, Program & Visitor Guide
From 26 Nov to 23 Dec 2026, Switzerland's largest and most stunning Christmas market at Barfüsserplatz and Münsterplatz enchants visitors with festive chalets, sparkling lights, and Swiss holiday traditions.
Illustrative photo Rheinfelden Winter Village 2026 – Advent on the Rhine
Feldschlösschen Winterdorf in Rheinfelden, Switzerland, is confirmed for 26–29 November 2026: a market in front of the brewery castle, free last season. Adventsfunkeln adds old-town lights, carriages and specialist fairs instead of one hut mile. Easy to pair with Liestal (10–13 December) and Basel.
Illustrative photo Basel Christmas Markets 2026 – Four Markets in the Old Town
Basel Christmas Market 2026 is four separate sites, not one square: Barfüsserplatz and Münsterplatz (26 November–23 December, 11:00–20:30), Adväntsgass on Rheingasse, and the new Theaterplatz village (planned through 3 January 2027). Free entry, about 150 chalets, the Wanner tree and Kleinbasel fondue. Check lists on basel.com and bs.ch.
Illustrative photo Winterthur Christmas Market 2026 – Atmospheric Christkind Market in the Old Town
The Winterthur Christmas Market 2026 takes place from 26 November to 23 December on Neumarkt in the car-free Old Town. With more than 70 stalls, the Märliwald, a family programme and the parallel Christchindlimärt in the town-hall passage, it offers a festive Advent atmosphere with free admission.
Illustrative photo Einsiedeln Christmas Market 2026 – Dates, Program & Monastery Magic
Experience the Einsiedeln Christmas Market from 27 Nov to 6 Dec 2026 against the massive backdrop of Europe's largest Baroque monastery. Enjoy festive lights, artisan crafts, and Alpine Christmas magic.
Illustrative photo Thun Christmas Market 2026 – Christmas Magic by the Aare in Thun
The Thun Christmas Market 2026 takes place from 27 November to 23 December between Waisenhausplatz and Mühleplatz by the Aare. With over 50 wooden chalets, ice stock shooting and a cosy atmosphere, Thun offers one of the most charming Christmas markets in the region – free admission.
Illustrative photo Christmas Markets Gruyères & Bulle 2026 – Magical Advent in Fribourg
Experience the magic of the 2026 Christmas Markets in Gruyères and Bulle in the heart of the Fribourg region. Set against historic castles and medieval streets, you can expect regional crafts, delicious cheese fondue, and a festive atmosphere for the whole family.
Illustrative photo Bischofszell Advent Market 2026 – 30th Edition in the Old Town
Bischofszell Advent Market 2026 (27–29 November) is the 30th edition of one of Eastern Switzerland’s densest old-town markets: 120-plus stalls, Friday 18:00 opening at the town hall, eight food huts, free entry. A first-Advent weekend market – ideal before Sternenmarkt St. Gallen or Weinfelden.
Illustrative photo Chur Christmas Market 2026: Festive Charm in Switzerland's Oldest Town
The Chur Christmas Market 2026 takes place on November 27 and 28 in the old town of Chur. Over 160 stalls offer handmade goods, regional specialties and festive atmosphere with free admission.
Illustrative photo Arbon Christkindlimarkt 2026: Christmas Market on Lake Constance
The Arbon Christkindlimarkt 2026 takes place on November 28 in the old town on Lake Constance. Around 100 stalls offering exclusively handmade products make it a particularly authentic Christmas market.