German Christmas markets (late November until Christmas)

Fragrant and delicious, with festive lights, Christmas music, and Christmas food, German Christmas markets are like a sensory feast.

Lübeck Cathedral

Lübeck Cathedral, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, is renowned for its magnificent scenery and special cultural activities. You can explore the decorated streets of the old town and the beautiful Christmas and craft markets with your family and friends.

Schlachte-Zauber

The market square with its historic buildings is the perfect place for Bremen's charming Christmas market. Visitors from all over can stroll through the craft stalls and Christmas exhibitions around the Town Hall (lower hall) and Böttcherstrasse. Christmas concerts add to the festive atmosphere.

Cologne Christmas Market

At Rudolfplatz, children can see a fairy-tale paradise. In the historic old town, the 'Markt der Heinzel' has a more rustic style. You will also be surprised by the romantic Christmas village idyll in the Cologne Stadtgarten. And at the Chocolate Museum located on the banks of the Rhine, you can immerse yourself in the maritime atmosphere of the Rheinauhafen harbor Christmas market.

Erfurt Christmas Market

The medieval old town of Erfurt centers around Domplatz (Cathedral Square). You will find traditional handicrafts and Thuringian specialties, as well as a giant Christmas tree adorned with candles.

Schwäbisch Hall aktiv e.V.

In this medieval town, the scent of roasted almonds and spicy wine lingers in the air. Carefully decorated stalls, various types of hot wine, Christmas cookies, handicrafts, and gift ideas attract visitors from afar.

Bamberg Christmas Market

During the Christmas season, the Maximiliansplatz market in Bamberg's pedestrian zone is filled with pre-Christmas charm. In the heart of the old town, illuminated and decorated shops and streets, the irresistible aroma of grilled sausages, roasted almonds, mulled wine, and lebkuchen fill the air. Market stalls offer toys, trinkets, Christmas delicacies, handmade gifts, decorations, and more.

Don Bosco Christmas Market

Artists and craftsmen sell their selected works at beautifully decorated stalls on Jakobsberg Mountain. The market's rich historical atmosphere is impressive.