Last updated: 11. November 2024
Discover the festive winter season in Frankfurt am Main with our comprehensive event guide. We'll show you the most beautiful Christmas markets and festivities in the Main metropolis.
From the traditional Christmas market at the Römerberg to the atmospheric winter illuminations along the Zeil, the pre-Christmas activities extend throughout the entire city center. The historic old town transforms into a meeting point for those enjoying mulled wine and regional specialties, while the Paulsplatz and Hauptwache feature festive stalls and cultural performances.
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Frankfurt am Main Holiday Markets and Shopping
Frankfurt Christmas Market at Römerberg
- What to Expect
- The tallest Christmas tree in the republic and diverse culinary offerings.
- Description
- The traditional Christmas market in Frankfurt am Main presents itself in the picturesque half-timbered backdrop of Römerberg and Paulskirche down to the Main River. The tallest Christmas tree in the republic is a highlight, and the diverse program, including Advent concerts and culinary delights, awaits visitors on a unique journey. Artfully and gastronomically decorated stalls offer craftsmanship from old and new craftsmanship techniques.
- Where
- Frankfurt | More Info : Frankfurt Christmas Market at Römerberg
Artists' Christmas Market
- What to Expect
- Colorfully decorated stalls with pink Christmas punch and Feuerzangenbowle.
- Description
- The Rosa Weihnacht on Friedrich-Stoltze Square is a special Christmas market catering to the LGBTQ community. A relaxed atmosphere, pink-lit trees, and a large sweet and hot Feuerzangenbowle characterize the event. Pink Christmas punch and red Santa hats in pink complete the scene.
- Where
- Frankfurt | More Info : Artists' Christmas Market
Michelstadt Christmas Market
- What to Expect
- Unified concept with life-sized wooden figures.
- Description
- The Michelstadt Christmas Market offers a unified atmosphere with about 100 festively decorated wooden stalls, fir branches, and fairy lights. Life-sized wooden figures, which sometimes serve as directional signs, are a special highlight.
- Where
- Michelstadt | More Info : Michelstadt Christmas Market
Aschaffenburg Christmas Market
- What to Expect
- A Franconian-style nativity scene with life-sized wooden figures.
- Description
- The Aschaffenburg Christmas market takes place on the castle square and features festively decorated Christmas stalls, the aroma of mulled wine, roasted almonds, potato pancakes, and grilled sausages, and a Franconian-style nativity scene with life-sized wooden figures. A children's carousel, a nostalgic giant Ferris wheel, and a train are available for the younger visitors.
- Where
- Aschaffenburg | More Info : Aschaffenburg Christmas Market
Mainz Christmas Market
- What to Expect
- Historical Christmas market with hand-carved nativity scenes and an eleven-meter-high Christmas pyramid.
- Description
- The Mainzer Weihnachtsmarkt offers a variety of festively decorated stalls, handmade crafts, and delicious Christmas treats in front of the 1,000-year-old Martinsdom.
- Where
- Mainz | More Info : Mainz Christmas Market
Frankfurt Christmas Market Guided Walking Tour
- What to Expect
- Elaborate stand decorations and culinary specialties.
- Description
- The Frankfurt Christmas Market offers a variety of creative stand decorations and culinary specialties. Visit the popular Christmas market in Römerberg and Paulsplatz to experience the festively decorated stalls and the giant Christmas tree.
- Where
- Frankfurt | More Info : Frankfurt Christmas Market Guided Walking Tour
Swedish Christmas Market
- What to Expect
- Swedish glass and crystal, Swedish Princess Torte, and aromatic mulled wine.
- Description
- The Swedish Christmas Market in Frankfurt offers beautifully decorated stalls with handicrafts, Lapland jewelry, Swedish glass and crystal. The café serves Swedish Princess Torte, and the tent offers fish and Swedish delicacies, along with mulled wine with almonds and raisins.
- Where
- Frankfurt | More Info : Swedish Christmas Market
Frankfurt Riverbank Christmas Market
- What to Expect
- Unique combination of handicrafts and culinary offerings.
- Description
- The Frankfurt Christmas Market is a traditional and beautifully decorated market that has existed since the 14th century. It stretches from Hauptwache to Mainkai and offers over 200 stalls with handicrafts, seasonal specialties, and culinary delicacies.
- Where
- Frankfurt | More Info : Frankfurt Riverbank Christmas Market
Frankfurt St. Nicholas Market
- What to Expect
- The only Christmas market in Frankfurt featuring a large Christmas tree.
- Description
- The Frankfurt Christmas Market offers festively decorated stalls with seasonal food and drink items. In addition to mulled wine, sausages, chestnuts, gingerbread, and roasted almonds, there are also Bethmännchen, a Frankfurt specialty, available.
- Where
- Frankfurt | More Info : Frankfurt St. Nicholas Market
Christmas Market at Eiserner Steg
- What to Expect
- Unique atmosphere directly on the Main River
- Description
- The Christmas market at Eiserner Steg offers a unique atmosphere directly on the Main River. Visitors can enjoy a variety of festive stalls offering delicious treats and aromatic mulled wine. The elaborately decorated stalls present a wide range of gift ideas and culinary delights.
- Where
- Frankfurt | More Info : Christmas Market at Eiserner Steg