Haguenau Christmas Market
Around sixty wooden chalets spread across town center squares like Place de la République, Place d'Armes, and Place Joseph Thierry, offering regional handicrafts, holiday decorations, and seasonal treats. Visitors can explore nativity exhibitions, enjoy street performances and concerts, and watch for parades featuring Saint Nicholas and Christkindel. Children can ride the vintage 1900 carousel with its carved wooden animals, including horses, lions, and an Alsatian stork.
What to Expect
Northern Alsace's only Christmas market open daily for five weeks
Event Details
Ages
All ages
Neighborhood
City center
Timed Entry
No
Organizer
Alsace Destination Tourisme
Food & Drink
Seasonal treats, hot mulled wine, and dampfnudel are available, and the event lists bars and a restaurant on site.
Local Insight & Ratings
Family Friendly
Best For
Families and christmas-market shoppers
Vibe
Convivial and festive
Energy Level
Moderate
Budget
Free
Photo Friendly
High
Weather Sensitivity
High
Location
Know Before You Go
- Tickets: Free access.
- Hours: Mondays 14h–19h; Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays and Sundays 10h–19h; Fridays and Saturdays 10h–20h. Exceptional hours: November 20, 16h–20h; December 24, 10h–16h; December 26, 14h–20h.
- Parking: A free public parking lot and a paid public parking lot are both less than 200 m away; free parking for motorhomes is also listed.
Tips & Advice
- Choose a weekday visit, as the tourism page recommends it to enjoy Haguenau’s festive atmosphere.
- Use one of the public parking lots less than 200 metres away; both free and paid options are listed.
- Motorhome visitors can use the listed free camper-van parking when planning where to leave their vehicle.
- Admission is free, so you can browse the chalets without buying an entry ticket.
- Check current opening arrangements before travelling, since organizers warn that dates and hours may change with circumstances.
Special Events & Promotions
- Christkindel and Saint Nicholas parades through the town center during Advent
- Christmas guided tour on Advent customs and traditions
- La Halle des Créateurs, November 21–22
Quick Actions
Frequently Asked Questions
What should I eat and drink?
Have a mulled wine and try a dampfnudel, a northern Alsace specialty that locals love. The stalls also sell sweet and savory treats, and there are bars and restaurants.
What is there for children?
Kids love the 1900 carousel on Place de la République. They can ride wooden horses, donkeys, lions and even a stork.
Is there more to see than the chalets?
Yes. Haguenau is known as the cradle of nativity scenes in Alsace and holds nativity exhibitions. Through Advent there are also street shows, concerts, storytelling and parades with Christkindel and Saint Nicholas.
Where can I park?
There is a free public car park and a paid one, each less than 200 m from the market. Motorhomes can park for free.
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