Illustration of a christmas market scene (Christmas Market on the Lake - Brunnen)
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Christmas Market on the Lake - Brunnen

Set directly along Lake Lucerne, this holiday market hosts approximately 60 stalls showcasing high-quality, lovingly handmade, and unique artisan products. Visitors can take in scenic lake views while browsing festive booths and sampling seasonal treats like mulled wine. An accompanying program for children offers candle-making, gingerbread decorating, Christmas stories, and an appearance by St. Nicholas.

What to Expect

Lakeside Christmas market featuring handmade crafts and a children's Advent program.

Event Details

Ages

All ages

Neighborhood

Brunnen

Timed Entry

No

Organizer

Erlebnisregion Mythen

Local Insight & Ratings

Family Friendly

🎄 🎄 🎄 🎄 🎄 (5/5)

Best For

Families with young children

Vibe

Cozy and festive

Energy Level

Low

Photo Friendly

High

Weather Sensitivity

Moderate

Location

Brunnen
6440

Know Before You Go

  • Hours: Friday, November 27, 5–10 p.m.; Saturday, November 28, 11 a.m.–9 p.m.; Sunday, November 29, 11 a.m.–5 p.m.

Tips & Advice

  • Bring the children for candle-making, gingerbread decorating and Christmas stories, all part of the Advent program running alongside the stalls.
  • Do your gift shopping here if you want handmade pieces, since the roughly 60 stalls focus on high-quality, one-of-a-kind products.
  • Stay overnight at the Seehotel Waldstätterhof, Hotel Weisses Rössli or Hotel Schmid & Alfa to combine the market with a stay in Brunnen.
  • Dress warmly for an evening outdoors, since the stalls stand directly on the shore of Lake Lucerne and in the village centre.

Special Events & Promotions

  • A visit from St. Nicholas for children, as part of the Advent program.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What will I find at the stalls?

The roughly 60 stalls focus on high-quality, handmade and one-of-a-kind products.

Is there anything for children?

Yes. The Advent program for children includes candle-making, gingerbread decorating, Christmas stories and a visit from St. Nicholas.

Where can we stay overnight?

Hotels in Brunnen include the Seehotel Waldstätterhof, Hotel Weisses Rössli and Hotel Schmid & Alfa.

Where can I get local information while I'm there?

Tourist Info Brunnen is at the boat station on Waldstätterquai 1. It sells boat and mountain railway tickets and gives advice on excursions and events.

Tags

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Last Updated: Oct 20, 2026
Original Submitter: Sep 17, 2025 The Christmas Events Near Me editorial team