Schlesischer Christkindelmarkt zu Görlitz
Visitors can wander through the decorated historic Old Town to explore stalls offering regional craft goods like Bohemian glassware, Bunzlau ceramics, and Erzgebirge woodwork alongside specialties from Upper Lusatia, Silesia, and Bohemia. Attractions include an ice rink, curling track, children's carousel, and craft activities. A central focus is the Christmas message, featuring the Christkindel, communal advent singing, devotions, a living nativity scene, and the Bethlehemshof with a wood workshop, bakery, and stable stories.
What to Expect
Two-time winner of the MDR Christmas market test.
Event Details
Ages
All ages
Neighborhood
Old Town
Timed Entry
No
Organizer
Görlitzer Kulturservicegesellschaft mbH
Food & Drink
Stalls offer regional specialties such as Thüringer bratwurst, Bohemian trdelniky, grilled cheese, and gingerbread, plus Glühwein, mead, and hot caipirinha.
Local Insight & Ratings
Family Friendly
Best For
Families and christmas-market shoppers
Vibe
Traditional and festive
Energy Level
Moderate
Photo Friendly
High
Weather Sensitivity
High
Location
Know Before You Go
- Hours: Monday–Thursday 14:00–20:00 Uhr; Friday 14:00–21:00 Uhr; Saturday 11:00–21:00 Uhr; Sunday 11:00–20:00 Uhr.
- Parking: Bitte folgen Sie der örtlichen Wegweisung und nutzen Sie insbesondere auch die P+R-Angebote aufgrund der begrenzten Parkmöglichkeiten im Stadtzentrum.
- Accessibility: The event area consists primarily of historic cobblestones with some grouted paths, and accessible restrooms are available nearby.
Tips & Advice
- Use the P+R lots at Königshufen or Weinhübel and ride the tram to Demianiplatz, since city-centre parking is limited and the lower Obermarkt is closed.
- Leave the car at home if you plan to drink Glühwein, and come by regional train and tram to Demianiplatz instead.
- Allow extra time if you're using a wheelchair, rollator or stroller on the cobblestones, stick to the better-accessible paths and ask event staff for help.
- Visit during Brückenadvent on December 11 to 13, when the market stretches from the Untermarkt down to the bridge to Zgorzelec.
- The Bombardier car park on Christoph-Lüders-Straße only opens on Saturdays, Sundays and holidays, so plan to use another lot on weekdays.
Special Events & Promotions
- Brückenadvent, December 11 to 13: the market extends from the Untermarkt to the Old Town bridge between Görlitz and Zgorzelec.
- The Old Town ice rink runs longer than the market, from November 20 to January 3.
Quick Actions
Frequently Asked Questions
Is it good for children?
Yes, it's a family-friendly market. It has a children's carousel, a children's railway, craft activities, an ice rink, a curling lane and children's punch.
What can I eat and drink?
Choose from Trdelník, lángos, Thüringer bratwurst, mushroom pan, grilled cheese, fried fish and soups. Drinks include Glühwein, hot mead, hot caipirinha and hot chocolate, mostly from Upper Lusatia, Lower Silesia, Bohemia, Saxony and Poland.
Where should I park?
Parking in the centre is limited, so use the P+R lots at Königshufen, EKZ Königshufen or Weinhübel and take the tram to Demianiplatz. There are also lots on Christoph-Lüders-Straße and at Kidrontal, plus the Am Bahnhof and City Center garages.
Is the market accessible for wheelchairs and strollers?
The ground is mostly historic cobblestones, which can be tiring or difficult with a wheelchair, rollator or stroller. Accessible toilets are signposted nearby, and event staff can help.
How do I get there by train?
From Görlitz station, take tram 2 or 3 towards Königshufen to the Demianiplatz stop. The station has lifts at platforms 7/8 and 11/12, but the trams are not low-floor.
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