Christmas time is coming to town! Discover the best Christmas markets breaksin the most beautiful destinations in Germany. Enjoy their Christmas decorations, their beautiful Christmas trees, the best place to find original Christmas gifts for the whole family in one of the best Christmas destinationsinGermany for 2023.
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1.Trier
From 24th November to 22nd December 2023
Now in its 40thyear, the Trier Christmas Market will again be one of the loveliest in all of Germany. Set on the medieval Main Market and in front of the imposing backdrop of Trier Cathedral, the 95 attractively decorated booths offer a fitting framework for this wonderful event.
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Opening dates:From24th November to22nd December 2023 (Confirmed).
How to get there:Book your flightstoLuxemburg Airport (30 min) or Frankfurt (2h).
Where to stay:"Limehome Trier Nikolaus". One of our top picks in Trier.
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2.Essen
From 17th November to 23rd December 2023
When fragrant mulled wine warms your hands, the smell of freshly roasted almonds fills the air and a festive glow hangs over the entire Essen city center, it can only mean one thing: The Essen International Christmas Market has started again. From November 17 to December 23, look forward to one of the largest and most beautiful markets in the country, which will make your pre-Christmas season that much more beautiful and magical.
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Opening dates:From17th November to23rd December 2023 (Confirmed).
How to get there:Book your flightstoDusseldorf Airport (30 min by car or public transport).
Where to stay:"Hotel Essener Hof" Stay in the heart of Essen.
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3.Erfurt - Germany
From 24th November to 22nd December 2023
Erfurt's Christmas Market is one of the Most Beautiful Christmas Markets in Europeand one of the Best Christmas Markets in Germamy.Erfurt's Christmas Marketis located in the medieval town of Erfurt and is undoubtedly one of the loveliest in Germany. The Cathedral Square area is the perfect setting for a magical Advent atmosphere.
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Opening dates:From24th November to 22nd December 2023.
Nearest airports:Book your flightsto Erfurt-Weimar, Frankfurt (2h30 hours), Berlin (2h45).
Where to stay:TheKrämerbrücke Erfurt Hotelhas an excellent regional cuisine restaurant; it is located in a 13th century building, close to the Krämer Bridge in Erfurt's historic district.
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4. Leipzig
From 28thNovember to 23rd December 2023
Leipzig Christmas marketdates all the way back to 1458. Its six areas are set in chime with the fascinating historical scenery of the Leipzig city centre. With more than 250 twinkling stalls embedded harmoniously in the historic centre,Leipzig Christmas marketis not only one of the oldest but also one of thelargest Christmas markets in Germany.
Traditionally, the main area of theChristmas marketis Marktplatz (market square) where visitors can marvel at a Saxon spruceChristmas treeas high as twenty meters, and enjoy a wide variety of performances at the market square stage. Need more inspiration? Visit theBest Castles in Germany,Best Ski Resorts in Germany,Most Beautiful Secret Destinations in GermanyandBest Places to Visit in Germanyand discover the veryBest of Germany.
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Opening dates:From28thNovember to23rdDecember 2023 (Confirmed).
How to get there:Book your flightstoLeipzig.
Where to stay:"INNSIDE by Melia Leipzig". Stay in the heart of Leipzig.
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5.Braunschweig
From 29th November to 29th December 2023
Every year, the squares around St. Blasii Cathedral are transformed into a beautiful Christmas market with elegant illuminations and a delightful atmosphere. 150 artisans and vendors will open their lovingly decorated stalls against an impressive historical backdrop.
With its 500-year tradition, the Braunschweig Christmas Market is amongst the most attractive and atmospheric Christmas markets in all of Germany. Each year, it attracts several hundred thousand visitors. During your stay visit theBest Castles in Germany,Best Ski Resorts in Germany,Most Beautiful Secret Destinations in GermanyandBest Places to Visit in Germanyand discover the veryBest of Germany.
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Opening dates:From29thNovember to 29th December 2023 (Confirmed).
How to get there:Book your flightstoBraunschweig or Hannover (50 min by car/public transport).
Where to stay:"Magni Boutique Hotel". Perfect for a 2-night stay!
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6. Aachen
From 24th November to 23rd December 2023
Every yearbeforeChristmasthe squares and streets round the Cathedral and the Aachen Town Hall are transformed into aparadise of lightsand colours, festive sounds and seductive smells. The glorious fair in the Christmas City, which has been erected with great care and sentiment, fascinates both the young and the old.
The enormous choice between original, stylish and precious goods makes small and big dreams come true.
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Opening dates:From 24thNovember to23rdDecember 2023 (Confirmed).
How to get there:Book your flightstoMaastricht (30 min) or Cologne (50 min).
Where to stay:"Mercure Hotel Aachen Am Dom". located in the historic centre of Aachen.
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7. Baden-Baden
From 23rd November 2023 to6th January 2024
Situated at the start of Baden-Baden’s world-famous green corridor, the Lichtentaler Allee, visitors will encounter small streets of festive stalls, where theromantic atmosphereis heightened by the thousands of shimmeringChristmas lights. The entire experience is capped with a choice program of entertainment, catering for both young and old.
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Opening dates:From23rdNovember 2023 to 6th January 2024 (Confirmed).
How to get there:Book your flightsto Baden-Baden, Stuttgart (1h15) or Basel (1h30).
Where to stay:"Hotel Alte Laterne". Stay in the heart of Baden-Baden.
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8. Berlin
From 27thNovemberto30th December 2023
The baroque Charlottenburg Palace is a sumptuous backdrop for thisChristmas marketin BerlinWest. An elaborate light installation bathes the market, the palace, the trees and decorative fence of the palace in a romantic glow. The pivotal point of the market is a pyramid in front of the palace's main entrance.
Wood huts and marquees, decorated entirely with natural materials, provide a festive atmosphere and offer not only a wide range of crafts but also an impressive selection of culinary choices.
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Opening dates:From27thNovember to 30th December 2023 (Confirmed).
How to get there:Book your flightsto Berlin.
Where to stay:"Motel One Berlin-Tiergarten". One of our top picks in Berlin.
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9.Cologne
From23rd November to 23rd December 2023
Advent is the time forChristmas markets, and Cologne is no exception. From23 November to 23 December 2023, the magic of Christmas will be felt throughout the festively decorated city. The aroma of baked apples, cinnamon biscuits and mulled wine will waft through the alleys, and many differently themedChristmas marketswill invite people to stroll, shop and explore.
Cologne’s Christmas marketsattract millions of visitors from all over the world every year. During your stay visit theBest Castles in Germany,Best Ski Resorts in Germany,Most Beautiful Secret Destinations in GermanyandBest Places to Visit in Germanyand discover the veryBest of Germany.
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Opening dates:From23rdNovemberto 23rd December 2023 (Confirmed).
How to get there:Book your flightstoCologne.
Where to stay:"Excelsior Hotel Ernst am Dom" located directly opposite Cologne Cathedral.
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10.Dresden
From 29th November to 24thDecember 2023
If you likeChristmas, you’ll loveDresden. A grand total of eleven completely different Christmas markets, from the by no means Dark Ages to the après ski charm of alpine huts, makes for wonderfully conflicting decisions.
Holiday sounds fill the air throughout the city. From the many oratorios, Advent, organ and gospel concerts, Dresden’s churches brim with festive insider tips. Need more inspiration? Visit theBest Castles in Germany,Best Ski Resorts in Germany,Most Beautiful Secret Destinations in GermanyandBest Places to Visit in Germanyand discover the veryBest of Germany.
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Opening dates:From 29thNovemberto 24th December 2023 (Confirmed).
How to get there:Book your flightstoDresden.
Where to stay:"NH Collection Dresden Altmarkt". Situated in the real heart of Dresden.
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11. Dusseldorf
From 23rd November to 30thDecember 2023
Once the St Martins parade has made its way through the streets ofDüsseldorfin mid-November, the city gears up forChristmas. The traditionalChristmas market of Düsseldorfis stagedindividually at various locations throughout the bustling city centre. Around the Königsalleeelaborately designed theme worlds are set to lead visitors on a real discovery tour.
Forfive weeks, over 200 huts decorated inChristmassplendour transform the city into awinterwonderlandfor the whole family to enjoy. During your stay visit theBest Castles in Germany,Best Ski Resorts in Germany,Most Beautiful Secret Destinations in GermanyandBest Places to Visit in Germanyand discover the veryBest of Germany.
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Opening dates:From23rdNovemberto 30thDecember 2023 (Confirmed)
How to get there:Book your flightstoDusseldorf or Cologne (50 min).
Where to stay:"Hotel Sir & Lady Astor". This charming boutique hotel is situated in the real heart of Dusseldorf.
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12. Nuremberg
From1st December to24th December 2023
The enticing aroma of gingerbread, mulled wine and grilled sausage hangs in the air at theNuremberg Christkindlesmarkt. First mentioned in 1628, itsroots probably go back to the time of Luther, when the tradition of giving children presents at Christmas evolved. Ever since then traditional wares such as handmadeChristmas decorationsand culinary treats have been offered by the 180 wooden stalls, decorated with red and white canvas.
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Opening dates:From 1st Decemberto24thDecember 2023 (Confirmed).
How to get there:Book your flightstoNuremberg, Munich (1h45 by car) or Stuttgart (2h).
Where to stay:"Astoria Apartments". Situated less than 1km from Old Town.
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13. Rothenburg
From 1st December to 23rdDecember 2023
Once a year, the medieval town ofRothenburg ob der Taubertransforms itself into afairytale winter wonderland. Ever since the 15th century, the festive time prior toChristmashas been accompanied by a delightfulChristmas Market. Looking back on over 500 years of tradition little has changed over the years and the historical customs have been closely followed.
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Opening dates:From1st Decemberto23rd December 2023 (Confirmed).
How to get there:Book your flightstoNuremberg (1h15 by car) or Stuttgart (1h30).
Where to stay:"Hotel Reichs-Kûchenmeister".This 4-star hotel offers spa facilities and on-site parking.
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14. Stuttgart
From 29thNovember to 23rdDecember 2023
During the weeks of Advent the Stuttgart Region is bathed in a special yuletide glow. Nearly 300 nostalgicChristmas marketsattract visitors to enjoy a leisurely stroll around.
With its 287 stalls and a tradition of more than 300 years, theStuttgart Christmas Marketis one of the loveliest in Germany and one of theoldest and largest of its kind in Europe. During your stay visit theBest Castles in Germany,Best Ski Resorts in Germany,Most Beautiful Secret Destinations in GermanyandBest Places to Visit in Germanyand discover the veryBest of Germany.
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Opening dates:From29th Novemberto 23rdDecember 2023 (Confirmed).
How to get there:Book your flightstoStuttgart.
Where to stay:"Motel One Stuttgart-Mitte".Couples particularly like the location.
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15.Rüdesheim
From 20th November to23rdDecember 2023
Within dark European wintertime, Weihnachten, German Christmas marks the highlight and beacon the seasons. For more than 20 years the market community of Rüdesheim Christmas Market of Nations celebrates Advent and Christmas time at River Rhine in a very special tradition:
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Opening dates:From20th Novemberto23rdDecember 2023 (Confirmed).
How to get there:Book your flightsto Frankfurt Airport (45min by car/public transport).
Where to stay:"Breuer's Rüdesheimer Schloss".This family-run hotel offers a traditional restaurant.
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16.Würzburg
From1stDecember to 23rdDecember 2023
The tradition of Würzburg's highly scenic Christmas Market dates back to the early 19th century. Visitors from all over the world enjoy a stroll through 100 wooden stalls, sampling delicious Christmas cookies and roasted almonds while sipping the traditional “Gluehwein”, a famous hot spiced red wine.
Products for sale at the Christmas market include wooden toys, jewelry, teas and spices, traditional Christmas decorations, scented candles, pottery, embroideries, and hand-knit socks and gloves. To top it off, some 40 artisans display their wares in the festively decorated courtyard of the Town Hall on all Saturdays and Sundays in Advent. During your stay visit theBest Castles in Germany,Best Ski Resorts in Germany,Most Beautiful Secret Destinations in GermanyandBest Places to Visit in Germanyand discover the veryBest of Germany.
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Opening dates:From1st Decemberto23rdDecember 2023 (Confirmed).
How to get there:Book your flightsto Frankfurt (1h by car, 1h30 by public transport).
Where to stay:"Zur Stadt Mainz". Situated in the real heart of Würzburg.
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17. Munich
From 27th November to 24th December 2023
There is no better place than Bavaria to celebrateChristmas. The tradition of Christmas markets was born inGermanyas well as all the specific Christmas gastronomy such as mulled wine or even pretzels, sausages, blood sausages, etc. Germans love the Christmas atmosphere so much that it is possible to buy mulled wine in supermarket throughout the year.
Since 1977 the Christmas tree erected in front of the Town Hall, has been donated to the city of Munich by communities in Bavaria and the Alpine Countries. It is an exchange of good practices since in exchange donors can come and sell their local specialties at the foot of the Christmas tree, in one of the many chalets of the Munich Christmas Market.
Book your flightsto Munich as well as youraccommodationandtours and activitiesin Bavaria such as a "Neuschwanstein Castle Day Trip from Munich" to discover themost beautiful castles in Germany.
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Opening dates:From27th November to 24thDecember 2023.
How to get there:Book your flightsto Munich.
Where to stay:"Louis Hotel" situated in the heart of Munich, this hotel has an excellent location.
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