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

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With origins stretching as far back as 1458, the Leipzig Christmas Market (Leipziger Weihnachtsmarkt) is considered one of the oldest Christmas markets in Germany, and one of the largest too – with over 300 stalls for visitors to peruse.

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

Read on for an overview of the Leipzig Christmas Market in 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!

Leipzig Christmas Market Dates

According to the event’s official page, this year’s edition of the Leipzig Christmas Market will take place from Nov 28 – Dec 23, 2023.

Leipzig Christmas Market Locations

You can typically find Christmas market stalls in Leipzig all around the town centre, especially around Marktplatz.

You can see a 3D map of the event here (although beware – it’s a little slow and clunky).

Leipzig Christmas Market 2023 Hotels

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

Official Leipzig Christmas Market Website

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

More Photos of Leipzig at Christmas

Help Us Improve This Leipzig 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 Leipzig Christmas Market and if there are any tips or must-knows you’d like to share.


Must-Knows Before Visiting European Christmas Markets

Looking for additional tips before your Christmas market trip? Be sure to watch this video for some important must-knows!

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