Christmas Market in Leiden
Set up as a cozy winter village, the market features wooden chalets, outdoor seating areas, and food trucks serving warm winter dishes and hot drinks. Visitors can browse unique gifts and products offered by local businesses while listening to festive Christmas choirs. The event spreads across charming historic locations, making it easy to stroll from street to street.
What to Expect
Nostalgic winter village set across the historic streets of Leiden.
Event Details
Ages
All ages
Neighborhood
Historic City Center
Timed Entry
No
Organizer
Winter Wonder Weeks Leiden
Food & Drink
Food trucks serve winter treats, hot drinks, and other dishes.
Local Insight & Ratings
Family Friendly
Best For
Christmas shoppers and fans of cozy city strolls
Vibe
Nostalgic and festive
Energy Level
Moderate
Photo Friendly
High
Weather Sensitivity
Moderate
Location
Know Before You Go
- Parking: Recommended parking garages are Lammermarkt, Garenmarkt, or Morspoort; alternatives include Haagweg Park & Ride with free shuttle buses or reserving a spot online through the City of Leiden.
Tips & Advice
- Park at the Lammermarkt garage, the closest to the market, or use the Haagweg Park & Ride, which has free shuttle buses into the centre.
- If you're driving, you can reserve a parking spot online in advance through the City of Leiden.
- Coming by train, allow a 10- to 15-minute walk from Leiden Centraal, or take a bus to the Hooigracht or Hogewoerd stops.
- Make a day of it with the floating ice rink and the nostalgic fair nearby, which are also part of Leiden's Winter Wonder Weken.
- Wander between Hooglandse Kerkgracht, Hooglandse Kerkplein and Nieuwstraat, because the chalets, shops and activities are spread over several streets.
Special Events & Promotions
- New this year: the market expands to more locations, with more decorations, better signposting and atmospheric lighting.
- Corporate packages for Christmas parties, company events and end-of-year gatherings at the market.
Quick Actions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is there to see and do at the market?
The market is set up as a winter village of wooden chalets with outdoor seating areas. Local businesses sell Christmas products and unique gifts, and Christmas choirs perform. It spreads across Hooglandse Kerkgracht, Hooglandse Kerkplein and Nieuwstraat, so you can wander from street to street.
What food and drink is there?
Food trucks serve winter treats, warm dishes and hot drinks, and there's a bar. Seating areas let you sit down and eat.
How do I get there by public transport?
It's about a 10- to 15-minute walk from Leiden Centraal to the city centre. Several bus lines also run into town, and from the Hooigracht and Hogewoerd stops you can walk straight to the market.
What else is going on nearby?
The market is part of Leiden's Winter Wonder Weken. Nearby are the floating ice rink, the nostalgic fair and a lit Christmas tree, along with the Rotary Santa Run, the Grand Christmas Circus and the House of Sinterklaas.
How can I take part as an exhibitor?
Sign up with the registration form on the market's website. Chalets, stalls and food truck spots are available; food trucks can only take part for the full seven days. If you run a Leiden business, mention it when you register.
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