German Christmas Markets

Often considered one of the prettiest Christmas markets in Southern Germany, the Bad Tölz Christmas Market (Tölzer Christkindlmarkt) is a an enchanting Christmas event that delights thousands of visitors and locals alike every year. If you’re currently planning your own trip, or simply curious about what Bad Tölz Christmas Market is like, then we’re here … Read more

As a city with a museum dedicated to Christmas, it’s no surprise that the medieval town of Rothenburg ob der Tauber goes all out when it comes to the festive period. And while the Christmas Market here is perhaps on the smaller side when compared to bigger markets in the country, what makes Christmas here … Read more

Every year, the Braunschweig Christmas Market (Braunschweiger Weihnachtsmarkt) delights thousands of visitors from Lower Saxony and beyond with its festive atmosphere, tasty food options, and bountiful shopping opportunities. If you’re currently planning your own trip, or simply curious about what Braunschweig Christmas Market is like, then we’re here to help. Read on for an overview … Read more

With only about 40 stalls, the Bernkastel-Kues Christmas Market may not be the biggest Christmas market in Germany… but it certainly ranks among the prettiest, with a stunning medieval backdrop that lends itself perfectly to festive celebrations. Situated in the Moselle Valley, this storybook town is already beloved by visitors for its exceptional wine… but … Read more

Every year, the delightful spa town of Baden-Baden becomes a Christmas wonderland, drawing visitors from Baden-Württemberg and beyond to see their annual Christmas Market (AKA the Baden-Badener Christkindelsmarkt). With an array of stalls selling all sorts of gifts and treats in front of its historic Kurhaus, it may boast one of the most unique and … Read more

Located on the idyllic grounds of Regensburg’s Schloss St. Emmeram (St Emmeram Palace), the Romantic Christmas Market at Schloss Thurn und Taxis is widely recognized as one of the most beautiful Christmas markets in Germany. Of course, one can expect extravagance and beauty when it comes to a market hosted at a sprawling 500 room … Read more

Siegburg Christmas Market is a woefully underrated Medieval-style market located just outside of Bonn, with a small cluster of vendors in the town’s central market square. While no doubt small, it’s one of the cutest and most charming Medieval Christmas markets we’ve visited in Germany, and a great side trip if you happen to be … Read more

With its glowing reputation as one of the most beautiful cities in Germany, it should come as little surprise that Heidelberg’s Christmas Market scene is every bit as magical as the city itself, with a huge variety of stalls spread across some of the city’s most scenic locales. With some of the prettiest backdrops in … Read more

Known as the “Weihnachtsmarkt der tausend Sterne” (Christmas Market of a Thousand Stars), the Cottbus Christmas Market is a unique holiday event that takes place every year in Brandenburg’s second largest city. Officially opened each year by the mayor, who cuts into a giant 7 meter long Christstollen, this enchanting Christmas market is considered one … Read more

Every year, the Senftenberg Christmas Market delights thousands of visitors from Brandenburg and beyond with its festive atmosphere, tasty food options, and bountiful shopping opportunities. If you’re currently planning your own trip, or simply curious about what Senftenberg Christmas Market is like, then we’re here to help. Read on for an overview of Senftenberg Christmas … Read more