Event Details
Welcome to the Würzburg Christmas Market 2026
From 27 November to 23 December 2026, the historic market square in Würzburg will be transformed into a festive winter wonderland. Set against the picturesque backdrop of the Gothic Marienkapelle (Chapel of St Mary) and the magnificent Rococo Falkenhaus, one of Germany's most traditional Christmas markets—with roots dating back to the year 1800—invites you to enjoy the magic of the holiday season.
Highlights
- Stunning location on the Upper and Lower Market Square (Oberer und Unterer Markt)
- Historic backdrop featuring the Marienkapelle and Falkenhaus
- Tasting of traditional hot Franconian wine (Frankenwein) and regional Glühwein
- Wide selection of handmade Christmas ornaments and local crafts
- Special Artists' Christmas Market in the town hall courtyard on Advent weekends
- Festive visit from St. Nicholas on 6 December
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Program
The market operates from Monday to Saturday between 10:00 AM and 8:30 PM, and on Sundays from 11:00 AM to 8:30 PM. Alongside the beautifully decorated wooden stalls, the Würzburg Christmas Market offers a charming cultural program. On weekends, traditional brass music fills the Marienkapelle, and Christmas stories are read aloud in the Falkenhaus. A fantastic highlight for art lovers is the Artists' Christmas Market, held in the historic courtyard of the Town Hall during the Advent weekends.
Tickets
Admission to the Würzburg Christmas Market is completely free. The market squares are fully open to the public, allowing visitors to spontaneously stroll through the alleys and soak up the festive atmosphere and authentic Franconian hospitality.
Visitor Tips
- Be sure to taste the regional specialty: hot Franconian wine, which gives this market its unique character.
- Plan a visit to the Artists' Christmas Market in the town hall courtyard on weekends to find unique gifts.
- Use public transportation when visiting, as parking in the historic city center can be quite limited.
- Capture beautiful photos of the illuminated market stalls set against the Falkenhaus during the evening hours.
