Last updated: 11. November 2024
Discover the festive Christmas season in Erlangen with our comprehensive event guide. We present both popular attractions and hidden treasures of the city that will delight both locals and visitors alike.
The historic Schlossplatz forms the heart of Erlangen's Christmas season, surrounded by traditional market stalls and the magnificent Margrave's Palace. From here, the festive activities extend along the main street to the Huguenot Square, where regional craftsmen present their goods. The neighboring cities of Nuremberg and Fürth complement the region's winter offerings with their traditional Christmas markets.
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Erlangen Holiday Markets and Shopping
Nuremberg Christkindlesmarkt
- What to Expect
- Traditional Christmas decorations and handmade treats.
- Description
- The Nuremberg Christkindlesmarkt is one of the oldest and most famous Christmas markets in the world. Here, you can find traditional, often handmade Christmas decorations and sweet treats like gingerbread. Additional attractions include the Children's Christmas and the Star House, the Sister Cities Market, and the Nuremberg children's procession of lights.
- Where
- Nuremberg | More Info : Nuremberg Christkindlesmarkt
Erlangen Christmas Market
- What to Expect
- Carousel and hidden elves
- Description
- The Erlanger Waldweihnacht offers a variety of gifts, delicacies, and hot drinks. The diverse stage program provides free entertainment for every taste.
- Where
- Erlangen | More Info : Erlangen Christmas Market
Christmas Market in the Old Town
- What to Expect
- Unique Christmas market event in Erlangen's picturesque old town.
- Description
- The Altstädter Weihnachtsmarkt Erlangen offers a diverse range of Christmas goods and culinary delights on the Altstädter Kirchenplatz. The picturesque old town is a perfect setting for this Christmas market.
- Where
- Erlangen | More Info : Christmas Market in the Old Town
Nuremberg Christmas Market Opening
- What to Expect
- Unique traditional offerings of Christmas items and gifts.
- Description
- The Nürnberger Christkindlesmarkt offers a traditional selection of Lebkuchen, Glühwein, Christmas decorations, and handmade crafts that set the tone for Christmas.
- Where
- Nuremberg | More Info : Nuremberg Christmas Market Opening
Nuremberg St. Nicholas Market
- What to Expect
- Opening ceremony by the Nuremberg Christkind
- Description
- The Nuremberg Christkindlesmarkt offers a unique atmosphere with traditional Christmas decorations and delicious specialties like Nuremberg gingerbread and sausages.
- Where
- Nuremberg | More Info : Nuremberg St. Nicholas Market
Bamberg St. Nicholas Market
- What to Expect
- Unique blend of traditional handicrafts and delicious holiday foods.
- Description
- The Bamberg Christmas Market transforms into a pre-Christmas festival during Advent. In the heart of the Old Town with its illuminated and decorated shops and streets, it smells of bratwurst and roasted almonds, mulled wine and gingerbread. Toys and glass balls hang from the market stalls, captivating the eyes of children. Handicrafts and high-quality decorations as well as practical items for the holiday season are available.
- Where
- Bamberg | More Info : Bamberg St. Nicholas Market
Erlangen Holiday Shows and Entertainment
Winter Wonderland Blues 2024
- What to Expect
- Unparalleled blues workshops with renowned instructors.
- Description
- At the Winter Wonderland Blues 2024, you can expect a weekend filled with blues dance and live music. Renowned instructors like Daire MacAnBhaird and Jenna Applegarth offer unparalleled workshops. Enjoy a grand Christmas dinner and a themed dance party with live band. The event promises a cozy atmosphere where you can connect and dance with friends.
- Where
- Erlangen | More Info : Winter Wonderland Blues 2024
Erlangen Other Holiday Activities
Christmas Tours of Erlangen
- What to Expect
- Christmas plant tour led by Katrin Simon in the Botanical Garden Erlangen.
- Description
- In the Botanical Garden Erlangen, Katrin Simon leads a tour through the Christmas plants, showcasing the beauty of winter plants in the outdoor and greenhouse areas.
- Where
- Erlangen | More Info : Christmas Tours of Erlangen