German Christmas Markets

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

Every year during the Advent season, the picturesque Ore Mountains gem of Annaberg-Buchholz becomes a festive wonderland, with a Christmas Market that attracts thousands of visitors from Saxony and beyond. If you’re currently planning your own trip, or simply curious about what Annaberg-Buchholz Christmas Market is like, then we’re here to help. Read on for … Read more

With its scenic location right along Bodensee, the Lindau Christmas Market (known locally as Lindauer Hafenweihnacht, or Lindau Harbour Christmas) is commonly considered one of the most beautiful Christmas events in Southern Germany. If you’re currently planning your own trip, or simply curious about what Lindau Christmas Market is like, then we’re here to help. … Read more

With several small markets scattered around the city centre, the Kiel Christmas Market (Kieler Weihnachtsmarkt) scene is one of the best t o be found in Northern Germany. If you’re currently planning your own trip, or simply curious about what Kiel Christmas Market is like, then we’re here to help. Read on for an overview … Read more

With over 100 stalls scattered around its atmospheric city centre, the Würzburg Christmas Market is a beautifully underrated Christmas market gem in Bavaria. If you’re currently planning your own trip, or simply curious about what Würzburg Christmas Market is like, then we’re here to help. Read on for an overview of Würzburg Christmas Market, with … Read more

Every year during the festive period, Wiesbaden becomes a glittering sea of lights thanks to its ‘Sternschnuppenmarkt’ or, Shooting Star Market. Ongoing now for over two decades, this unique Christmas market is known for its beautiful lighting and decorations, which features large light-up lilies in addition to other dazzling programming around the city. If you’re … Read more

Known for its delightful lighting displays and gorgeous historic backdrops, the Wernigerode Christmas Market is a true marvel of festivity, welcoming thousands of visitors from Saxony-Anhalt and beyond each year. If you’re currently planning your own trip, or simply curious about what Wernigerode Christmas Market is like, then we’re here to help. Read on for … Read more

With an array of unique events and programming scattered around the city, each year the Weimar Christmas Market (Weimarer Weihnachtsmarkt) draws thousands of visitors from near and far to see why it’s considered one of the top festive destinations in central Germany. And if you’re currently planning your own trip, or simply curious about what … Read more

With the tallest church in the world as its backdrop, it’s no surprise that the Ulm Christmas Market (Ulmer Weihnachtsmarkt) is a truly special festive event. Welcoming thousands of visitors a year from all around the world, this market brings together over 110 vendors selling all kinds of tasty Christmas market food and gfits. If … Read more