Illustration of a christmas market scene (Haigerloch Christkindlesmarkt)
Christmas Markets

Haigerloch Christkindlesmarkt

Set in Haigerloch's historic old town, this traditional market features classic merchant stalls alongside numerous artisans offering handcrafted one-of-a-kind items and holiday gift ideas. Atmospheric light installations illuminate the rock-framed town along the Eyach river. Guests can also experience an entertainment program with musical and artistic performances by local schools, bands, and ensembles on the market square and in St. Nikolauskirche.

What to Expect

Historic Christmas market celebrating 50 years with festive illuminations and artisan stalls.

Event Details

Ages

All ages

Neighborhood

Old Town

Timed Entry

No

Organizer

Stadt Haigerloch

Local Insight & Ratings

Family Friendly

🎄 🎄 🎄 🎄 ⚪ (4/5)

Best For

Families and holiday shoppers

Vibe

Festive and traditional

Energy Level

Moderate

Photo Friendly

High

Weather Sensitivity

Moderate

Location

Historische Altstadt
Hechinger Str., 72401 Haigerloch, Germany
Haigerloch
72401

Know Before You Go

  • Hours: December 12: 15 bis 21 Uhr; December 13: 11 bis 18 Uhr.
  • Parking: Town-centre options include the parking decks at the Bürgerhaus and Rathaus and the car parks at Am Mühlengraben, the Bahnhof and the Festplatz.

Tips & Advice

  • Stay until dark to see the light installations around the Eyach, which the town calls a highlight not to miss in the anniversary year.
  • Coach groups should park at the Festplatz, Bahnhof, Mühlengraben or Schlossfeld car parks, which are the ones that suit buses.
  • Watch for the Christkindlesexpress timetable, which the town says it will publish shortly.
  • Browse the artisans' stalls for handmade one-off pieces and gift ideas alongside the traditional merchant stalls that have shaped the market from the start.
  • Local music groups, schools or bands wanting a spot in the stage programme can apply by filling in the town's questionnaire.

Special Events & Promotions

  • 50th anniversary edition, themed "Jubiläumsglanz im Felsenstädtle".
  • Christkindlesexpress runs to the market; timetable still to be announced.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What's special about this year's market?

2026 marks the market's 50th anniversary, under the theme "Jubiläumsglanz im Felsenstädtle". Light installations will make the rock town around the Eyach shine.

What can I buy?

Traditional merchant stalls stand alongside many artisans selling handmade one-off pieces and gift ideas.

What entertainment is there?

A stage on the market square has a varied programme for all ages. Music groups, schools and bands from Haigerloch and its districts perform.

Where can I park?

In the town centre, use the parking decks at the Bürgerhaus and Rathaus or the car parks at Am Mühlengraben, the Bahnhof, the Freibad, the Festplatz, Pfluggasse, Spitalgasse and Schlossfeld.

Can my group perform on the stage?

Yes. Fill in the town's questionnaire to apply for a slot in the 2026 stage programme.

Tags

Christmas marketholiday marketfamily friendlyhandmade craftsartisanal productsfestive foodcommunity celebrationholiday traditionseasonal activities

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Last Updated: Oct 20, 2026
Original Submitter: Sep 17, 2025 The Christmas Events Near Me editorial team