Hanover Christmas Market | 2023 Dates, Locations & Must-Knows!

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As one of the premier Christmas events in Lower Saxony, the Hanover Christmas Market (Weihnachtsmarkt Hannover) delights thousands of visitors each year with its magical atmosphere and abundant choices for eating and shopping.

And if you’re currently planning your own trip, or simply curious about what Hanover Christmas Market is like, then we’re here to help.

Read on for an overview of the Hanover Christmas Market in Lower Saxony, with official dates, hotel recommendations, and locations.

NOTE: This is a Christmas market we haven’t personally visited yet, so all the information below is taken from official sources for your reference! If you have any personal tips from first-hand experience to add, let us know in the comments so we can improve this guide!

Hanover Christmas Market Dates

According to the official event website, this year’s edition of the Hanover Christmas Market will take place from Nov 27 – Dec 22, 2023.

Hanover Christmas Market Locations

You can typically find Christmas market stalls in Hanover all around the Old Town, particularly at the Marktkirch and Marktplatz.

Other noteworthy spots include Kröpcke, where there’s a Christmas pyramid, and Holzmarkt, where there’s a wishing well forest.

Hanover Christmas Market 2023 Hotels

Looking for a place to stay nearby while you visit Christmas markets? Here are some recommendations:

Official Hanover Christmas Market Website

For the most up-to-date information and announcements, be sure to visit the event’s official website.

Help Us Improve This Hanover Christmas Market Guide!

We’re constantly striving to make articles on this site more informative for our readers, so let us know in the comments if you’ve been to Hanover Christmas Market and if there are any tips or must-knows you’d like to share.


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