Last updated: December 01, 2024
Discover the festive atmosphere in Altona-Altstadt with our comprehensive winter guide. From traditional Christmas markets to cultural events, this district offers a diverse program for locals and visitors alike.
Around the historic square in front of the Altona Town Hall, winter activities abound. The Altona Christmas Market attracts visitors with regional specialties and crafts, while the decorated streets of Große Bergstraße and Neue Große Bergstraße invite leisurely strolls. In the neighborhood, the Altona Museum offers winter exhibitions, and the Ottenser Hauptstraße complements the experience with its festively decorated shops.
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Flying Santa and historic carousel.
The Historical Christmas Market on Rathausmarkt offers traditional craftsmanship, festive specialties, and lively programs. Visitors can immerse themselves in a world of light and delicacies. A special focus is on sustainability, with fair, bio, and regional offerings.
Where: Hamburg | More Info: Historic Christmas Market
The "Flying Santa Claus" and the 70-year-old oldtimer carousel.
The historic Christmas market on Rathausmarkt offers a journey back to the days of childhood and Christmas wonders. Approximately 80 vendors and craftsmen from all over Germany offer their goods, while children enjoy the 70-year-old oldtimer carousel of Roncalli and the cozy Jugendstil atmosphere in the Viennese coffeehouse. A special highlight is the "Flying Santa Claus," who three times a day glides over the heads of visitors with his sleigh and tells the Christmas story.
Where: Hamburg | More Info: Roncalli Christmas Market
Unique gift ideas and attractive program in 150 small workshops.
The Christmas market on Spitalerstraße offers a variety of craftsmanship, cultural programs, and unique gift ideas. In 150 small workshops, spinning, carving, polishing, burning, and engraving take place. The pedestrian zone of Spitalerstraße is illuminated by glittering decorations and transforms into a magical shopping street.
Where: Hamburg | More Info: Spitalerstraße Christmas Market
Artisans and traditional Christmas treats in a nostalgic Christmas village.
The Winterwald Christmas Market at Gerhart-Hauptmann-Platz offers a festive atmosphere with numerous stalls showcasing artisans and culinary delights. You can find traditional Christmas treats and handmade crafts, surrounded by a life-sized Nativity scene and a nostalgic carousel.
Where: Hamburg | More Info: Winterwald Christmas Market
17 years of Weißerzauber on Jungfernstieg
The Christmas market on Jungfernstieg in Hamburg delights visitors with its festive light display and numerous craft stalls. The picturesque Alster location shines in golden light, with mulled wine and handicrafts at the center.
Where: Hamburg | More Info: Jungfernstieg Christmas Market
Moving figures and lovingly designed stage sets present the story of Bethlehem.
The St. Petri Christmas market offers a beautifully designed Christmas world with high-quality toys, outstanding handicrafts, and festive decorations. Moving figures and lovingly designed stage sets present the story of Bethlehem. The gourmet kitchens offer visitors enticing aromas of hot drinks and food.
Where: Hamburg | More Info: St. Petri Christmas Market
Fairy-tale-like stand design reminiscent of Hansel and Gretel.
The Gänsemarkt in Hamburg transforms into a festive gingerbread village from mid-November. Around the Lessing monument, beautifully designed stalls offer a variety of handmade goods and seasonal treats. Visitors can enjoy craftsmanship, culinary delights, and cozy Christmas atmosphere in a nostalgic setting.
Where: Hamburg | More Info: Gänsemarkt Christmas Market
Hot angels and erotic gift ideas on a Christmas stage.
The Santa Pauli Christmas Market offers a unique blend of traditional Christmas festivities and lively Kiez atmosphere. It features live music, hot angels on the stage show, and erotic gift ideas. After shopping, visitors can enjoy a hot drink on the Winter Deck while taking in the colorful Kiez scene.
Where: Hamburg-St. Pauli | More Info: Santa Pauli Christmas Market
Diverse gift ideas and culinary specialties from around the world.
The Weihnachtsmarkt Altona-Ottensen features over 40 lovingly decorated huts with diverse gift ideas and culinary offerings from around the world. The children's program is a special highlight.
Where: Hamburg-Altona | More Info: Christmas Market Altona-Ottensen
International flair with street food and puppet theater
The Ottensen Christmas Market features around 40 lovingly designed huts offering an authentic and international array of gift ideas, handmade crafts, and culinary specialties from around the world. Street food from Uganda meets Mexican cuisine, and the festive lights stretch from Altona station to Spritzenplatz. Special highlights for children include the Dwarf's Hut, St. Nicholas, and the Sunday puppet show.
Where: Hamburg-Altona | More Info: Christmas Village Ottensen
Barrier-free layout with accessible toilets.
The Christmas market in Hamburg's HafenCity offers a variety of lovingly designed stalls with culinary delights and handmade gifts. The Christmas lounge and sports activities like winter golf and an ice stock lane are particularly popular. The Advent calendar with daily surprises provides a special highlight for families with children.
Where: Hamburg | More Info: Christmas Market in Speicherstadt
Winter golf course with 13 individual lanes.
The HafenCity Christmas Market offers a diverse atmosphere with lovingly designed food stalls, a Christmas lounge, and a winter golf course. Visitors can enjoy delicious food, warm up with mulled wine, and have fun playing winter golf. The Überseeboulevard has been festively decorated since 2010 and shines brightly during Christmas.
Where: Hamburg | More Info: Christmas Market in HafenCity