Bonner Weihnachtsmarkt
Visitors can browse more than 160 market stalls offering decorative arts and crafts, gift ideas, gingerbread, and mulled wine throughout the city center. Key sights include the Bonn Christmas tree set against a Ferris wheel and the city nativity scene. Guests can also join guided tours and take photos at a giant walk-in Christmas bauble.
What to Expect
Features over 160 craft and culinary stalls across Bonn's city squares.
Event Details
Ages
All ages
Neighborhood
City Center
Timed Entry
No
Organizer
Bundesstadt Bonn
Food & Drink
Stalls offer gingerbread, mulled wine, and a wide range of food and drinks, with options beyond mulled wine.
Local Insight & Ratings
Family Friendly
Best For
Christmas shoppers and festive city-center strolls
Vibe
Festive and bustling
Energy Level
Moderate
Photo Friendly
High
Weather Sensitivity
High
Location
Know Before You Go
- Hours: All shops daily 12:00–21:00; food and drink stalls until 21:30; food and drink stalls Friday and Saturday until 22:30. On the last day, December 23, open until 20:00. Closed all day November 22.
- Parking: Reachable by car, but public transport is the recommended way in.
Tips & Advice
- Do not plan a visit for Sunday, November 22, because the whole market stays closed all day for Totensonntag.
- Stay for a late bite on a Friday or Saturday, when the food and drink stands keep serving after the shops have closed.
- Come by bus or train rather than car where you can, since public transport is the recommended way to reach the city-center market.
- Visit before the last day if you can, as the market closes earlier than usual on December 23.
- Bring a camera for the giant walk-in Christmas bauble on Remigiusplatz, which is set up as a photo spot.
Special Events & Promotions
- Dreikönigsmarkt on Remigiusplatz from December 27, 2026 to January 6, 2027, back for a second year
- Guided tours of the market
Quick Actions
Frequently Asked Questions
What can I find at the stalls?
More than 160 stalls sell decorative crafts, gift ideas and food, including gingerbread and mulled wine. There's plenty for people who don't drink mulled wine, too.
Do the food stalls stay open later than the shops?
Yes. Food and drink stands stay open after the craft and gift stalls close each day, and even later on Fridays and Saturdays.
Are there guided tours?
Yes. The program includes guided tours of the market, and you can also visit the Bonn city nativity scene.
Is there anything after Christmas?
Yes. The Dreikönigsmarkt on Remigiusplatz returns for the second time, from December 27, 2026 to January 6, 2027. It's a place to meet friends and family between the holidays.
How should I get there?
You can come by car, but public transport is the better choice.
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