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Welcome to the Weihnachtsmarkt am Koelner Dom 2026 in Cologne
The Weihnachtsmarkt am Koelner Dom, also called Markt der Herzen, runs from 16 November to 23 December 2026 on Roncalliplatz in front of Cologne Cathedral. koelnerweihnachtsmarkt.com lists the dates as provisional and confirms closure on Totensonntag, 22 November 2026. Entry to the market is free. Food, drinks and goods are paid at the stalls. A tourist visit inside the cathedral is a separate paid ticket.
Highlights & Attractions at Weihnachtsmarkt am Koelner Dom in Cologne
- More than 140 decorated stalls in front of the cathedral
- A large Christmas tree, often around 25 metres high, under a net of lights
- Crafts, gifts and regional food
- Mulled wine and classic market kitchens
- A central stage under the light tent with more than 100 free performances
- A children's programme on the square
- ISO 20121 sustainable event certification in recent years
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Program & Schedule: What to Expect in 2026
Official hours on the organiser site: Sunday to Wednesday 11:00 to 21:00, Thursday and Friday 11:00 to 22:00, Saturday 10:00 to 22:00. The market is closed on 22 November 2026. The 2026 stage list appears shortly before opening on koelnerweihnachtsmarkt.com.
Previous seasons featured choirs, local Cologne songs, gospel and children's acts each day. The market ends on 23 December and stays closed on Christmas Eve and Christmas Day.
Tickets & Admission for Weihnachtsmarkt am Koelner Dom Cologne
Access to Roncalliplatz is free. There is no market ticket. Food, drinks and gifts are paid at the huts; mulled wine is often sold with a deposit mug. The cathedral interior, south tower and treasury are separate tickets and are not part of the market price. price_min and price_max are therefore 0.
Visitor Tips: Travel & Accommodation in Cologne
- Cologne Hauptbahnhof and Dom/Hbf sit next to the market; about a one-minute walk
- November and December are often wet and cold; wear solid shoes and a warm layer
- Book hotels around the cathedral and old town early; Advent weekends fill up
- Weekday mornings are quieter than Saturday evening
- Use only koelnerweihnachtsmarkt.com for current stage times and the Totensonntag closure
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 →
