Illustration of a christmas market scene (Einsiedler Weihnachtsmarkt)
Christmas Markets

Einsiedler Weihnachtsmarkt

Stretching along the entire main street to the backdrop of Einsiedeln Abbey, this traditional market features festively decorated stalls, seasonal lighting, and a large Christmas tree on the Klosterplatz. Visitors can stroll through the outdoor stands, browse the village's local shops, and take in the festive atmosphere.

What to Expect

Stretching along the village main street to the Abbey square.

Event Details

Ages

All ages

Neighborhood

Klosterplatz area

Timed Entry

No

Organizer

OK-Einsiedler Weihnachtsmarkt

Local Insight & Ratings

Family Friendly

🎄 🎄 🎄 ⚪ ⚪ (3/5)

Best For

Visitors who enjoy festive market browsing

Vibe

Festive and traditional

Energy Level

Moderate

Photo Friendly

High

Weather Sensitivity

High

Location

Klosterplatz und Hauptstrasse
Einsiedeln
8840

Know Before You Go

  • Hours: Fri Nov 27: 17.00–21.00; Sat Nov 28: 11.00–21.00; Sun Nov 29–Thu Dec 3: 11.00–19.30; Fri Dec 4–Sat Dec 5: 11.00–21.00; Sun Dec 6: 11.00–19.30.
  • Parking: Public parking is generally available on weekdays according to the linked plan. The Hauptplatz parking area is unavailable. On weekends, additional paid parking is available in some industrial areas, subject to availability; traffic staff direct visitors. Coach parking is at PP Brüel.

Tips & Advice

  • Take the train, since traffic is heavy and the lower market entrance is only two to three minutes' walk from Einsiedeln station.
  • Look for the ZVV direct connection from Zürich HB, which runs to Einsiedeln and back on selected days of the market.
  • Don't plan on parking at the Hauptplatz, because there is a parking ban there during the market.
  • On weekends, follow the signs and the traffic staff to the extra paid car parks in the industrial areas.
  • Walk the full length of the Hauptstrasse up to the Klosterplatz to see the large Christmas tree in front of the abbey.

Quick Actions

Frequently Asked Questions

What is there to see?

Decorated stalls line the whole Hauptstrasse up to Einsiedeln Abbey, with festive lighting and a large Christmas tree on the Klosterplatz. The village's many shops round out the market.

What's the best way to get there?

Take the train. Traffic is heavy, and the lower market entrance is two to three minutes' walk from the station. On selected days ZVV runs a direct connection from Zürich HB to Einsiedeln and back.

Where can we park?

On weekdays, the public car parks in the village are generally available, but there is no parking at the Hauptplatz. On weekends, extra paid parking opens in some industrial areas, signposted as space allows, and traffic staff will direct you.

Where do coaches park?

Coach parking is at PP Brüel in the upper village.

Tags

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