Last updated: 11. November 2024
Discover the festive atmosphere in Gelnhausen with our comprehensive event guide. Whether you're a local or visitor, here you'll find all information about winter activities in our historic Barbarossa city.
Around the historic marketplace with its magnificent town hall, Christmas activities come to life. The Upper Market transforms into a traditional Christmas market, while the medieval alleyways of the old town are decorated with festive lighting. From St. Mary's Church to the Imperial Palace, numerous stalls, craft booths, and cozy spots extend throughout the area.
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Gelnhausen Holiday Markets and Shopping
Gelnhausen Christmas Market
- What to Expect
- The large Advent wreath at the Obermarkt fountain.
- Description
- The Christmas market in Gelnhausen offers a unique atmosphere with a historical backdrop, featuring handmade crafts, Christmas decorations, and delicious food. Visitors can take family photos with festive figures and participate in various activities like pony rides and storytelling.
- Where
- Gelnhausen | More Info : Gelnhausen Christmas Market
Sachsenhausen Christmas Market
- What to Expect
- Hunting horn group of the Sachsenhäuser Hunting Club
- Description
- The Sachsenhäuser Weihnachtsmarkt at Goetheturm offers sweet and hearty specialties, delicious hot and cold drinks, handicrafts, and a children's carousel. The event takes place in a wild and romantic setting at the forest edge, under the Sachsenhäuser landmark - the Goetheturm.
- Where
- Frankfurt | More Info : Sachsenhausen Christmas Market
Pink Christmas
- What to Expect
- Lovingly decorated stalls for the LGBTQ community
- Description
- The Rosa Weihnacht on Friedrich-Stoltze-Platz offers a relaxed atmosphere with purple-lit trees, a large mulled wine punch, and pink Christmas punch. The lovingly decorated stalls are a meeting point for the LGBTQ community and remind of cozy village festivals in a cozy atmosphere.
- Where
- Frankfurt | More Info : Pink Christmas
Gießen Christmas Market
- What to Expect
- Contemplative atmosphere through mulled wine and craft stands.
- Description
- The Gießen Christmas Market features numerous mulled wine and market stalls that create a contemplative atmosphere in the city center. Visitors can browse various craft stands for beautiful gifts and enjoy the festive atmosphere.
- Where
- Gießen | More Info : Gießen Christmas Market
Wiesbaden Twinkling Star Market
- What to Expect
- Unique LED lilies and diverse gastronomic offerings.
- Description
- The Twinkling Star Christmas Market in Wiesbaden offers from November 28 to December 23, 2023, handicrafts, gastronomy, and a varied program. The event takes place on the Schlossplatz between the Rathaus and Stadtschloss.
- Where
- Wiesbaden | More Info : Wiesbaden Twinkling Star Market
Würzburg Christmas Market
- What to Expect
- Historical setting with around 100 stalls and Artist Christmas Market.
- Description
- The Würzburg Christmas Market offers a diverse range of spices, Christmas balls, carvings, candles, ceramics, and more. Over 30 artists showcase their craftsmanship at the Artist Christmas Market.
- Where
- Würzburg | More Info : Würzburg Christmas Market
Darmstadt Christmas Market
- What to Expect
- Special highlights include stalls from Darmstadt's twin towns.
- Description
- The Darmstadt Christmas Market invites visitors from November 18 to December 23, 2024, into Darmstadt's city center. Culinary and handicraft specialities create a pre-Christmas atmosphere. The decorated city center and Christmas trees on Marktplatz, Luisenplatz, and Ludwigsplatz evoke a festive mood. Special highlights include stalls from Darmstadt's twin towns.
- Where
- Darmstadt | More Info : Darmstadt Christmas Market
Offenbach Christmas Market
- What to Expect
- 20,000 LED lights illuminate the festive mile.
- Description
- The Offenbacher Christmas Market offers a variety of culinary delights and festive attractions. 20,000 LED lights illuminate the festive mile, and the 12-meter-high mulled wine pyramid invites visitors to linger and warm up. Pop, choir, and gospel music determine the daily changing stage program.
- Where
- Offenbach | More Info : Offenbach Christmas Market
Fulda Christmas Market
- What to Expect
- Diverse program on various stages and themed markets.
- Description
- The Christmas market in Fulda offers a variety of themed markets, including Children's Christmas Land, Cottage Magic, medieval Christmas village, and festive regional market. Visitors can enjoy culinary delights with typical dishes from the Rhön region and experience the anticipation of Christmas in the Winter Forest.
- Where
- Fulda | More Info : Fulda Christmas Market
Gelnhausen Holiday Shows and Entertainment
The White Schlager Christmas
- What to Expect
- Visit to the romantically lit old town and experience of Christmas traditions.
- Description
- The Weihnachtliche Themenführung "Advent be-greifen" guides you through the romantically lit old town of Gelnhausen and explains the various Christmas traditions and customs. You will learn many interesting and new things about this special season and get to taste Spekulatius and enjoy a cup of mulled wine or tea.
- Where
- Gelnhausen | More Info : The White Schlager Christmas