Dresden Augustusmarkt
Visitors stroll down a 500-meter pedestrian avenue illuminated by white-and-gold pagodas, light canopies, and flame towers. Highlights include a towering Ferris wheel with views of the historic Old Town, the iconic Blue Tree, a glittering fir tree, a market cinema, and carousels. Stalls offer traditional Saxon treats like Dresdner Stollen alongside an extensive international street food selection.
What to Expect
Dresden's 500-meter strolling Christmas market featuring illuminated pagodas and a Ferris wheel.
Event Details
Ages
All ages
Neighborhood
Innere Neustadt
Timed Entry
No
Organizer
Plan de Saxe
Food & Drink
Stalls serve Saxon specialties such as Thüringer bratwurst, Butterplinsen, Dresdner Stollen and Eierpunsch, alongside international dishes, Hungarian lángos and French vin chaud.
Local Insight & Ratings
Family Friendly
Best For
Christmas market strollers and food explorers
Vibe
Relaxed and international
Energy Level
Moderate
Photo Friendly
High
Weather Sensitivity
Moderate
Location
Know Before You Go
- Hours: Monday–Thursday 11:00–21:00; Friday 11:00–22:00; Saturday 10:00–22:00; Sunday 10:00–21:00.
- Parking: Parkplätze: Königsstraße oder Parkhaus Metzer Straße. Für Reisebusse stehen in der Metzerstraße, unmittelbar am Augustusmarkt, gebührenfreie Ein- und Ausstiegsplätze zur Verfügung.
Tips & Advice
- Ride the Ferris wheel at the Golden Rider for a view over the historic Old Town and the length of the market avenue.
- Walk over the Augustusbrücke from the Old Town, since the market begins right at the Golden Rider on the other side.
- Drivers should head for Königsstraße or the Parkhaus Metzer Straße, both named as the parking options for the market.
- On a wet day, duck into the Weihnachtsstuben along the avenue, which give you a seat and shelter from the rain.
- Keep New Year's Eve in mind, because the market stays open late into the night after its short Christmas break.
Special Events & Promotions
- New Year's Eve: the market stays open late into the night.
Quick Actions
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the main things to see?
The Blue Tree with its dripping icicles in the middle of the market and the gold-glittering fir tree at Gomondai-Platz. There's also the giant Ferris wheel at the Golden Rider, the big "Dresden" selfie point and a giant purple-blue teddy.
What food is on offer?
A mix of Saxon classics and international street food. Saxon options include Thuringian bratwurst, Butterplinsen, Dresdner Stollen and Dresdner Eierpunsch. International stalls offer African food, Hungarian langos and French vin chaud, plus Polish, Czech, Filipino, Indian, Ukrainian and Georgian specialities.
Is there somewhere to warm up or get out of the rain?
Large flame towers give off heat, and Weihnachtsstuben (Christmas huts) along the avenue offer seating and shelter when it rains.
How do I walk there from the Old Town?
Cross the Augustusbrücke toward the Golden Rider. The market starts right at its foot, at the Neustädter Markt.
How do I get there by public transport?
Take tram 4 or 9 to Neustädter Markt, or tram 3, 6, 7, 8 or 11 to Albertplatz. From Bahnhof Neustadt, trams 3, 6 and 11 run toward Albertplatz.
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