Last updated: 11. November 2024
Welcome to our practical guide to the Christmas season in Muenster! Here you'll find all essential information about the festive events and activities that our Westphalian city offers during the Advent season.
The historic Prinzipalmarkt, with its magnificent gabled houses, forms the heart of Christmas activities. From here, the traditional Christmas markets extend to the Cathedral Square and through the medieval lanes of the Old Town. Visitors can stroll between five different Christmas markets, which are characterized by their distinctive Westphalian atmosphere and showcase traditional crafts and regional specialties.
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Muenster Holiday Light Displays
Münster XMAS LIGHTS
- What to Expect
- Light festival in the zoo with spectacular light installations
- Description
- XMAS LIGHTS offers a magical world of twinkling lights and impressive light installations at the Allwetterzoo in Münster. Enjoy the enchanting atmosphere with sparkling light chains and a Christmas video story on the lake.
- Where
- Münster | More Info : Münster XMAS LIGHTS
Muenster Holiday Markets and Shopping
Christmas Markets Münster
- What to Expect
- Six Christmas markets with local handicrafts and culinary offerings.
- Description
- Six Christmas markets invite you to a cozy Christmas stroll. Charming concerts, high-quality exhibitions, and a meditative church program create a festive atmosphere. Anecdotal Advent tours tell stories of Münster's traditions.
- Where
- Münster | More Info : Christmas Markets Münster
Münster Town Hall Christmas Market
- What to Expect
- The largest and oldest Christmas market in Münster.
- Description
- The Christmas Market at the Town Hall in Münster offers a variety of culinary and handicraft offerings. Under a romantic lighting, visitors can find jewelry and craft stalls as well as numerous culinary specialties.
- Where
- Münster | More Info : Münster Town Hall Christmas Market
Aegidii Christmas Market
- What to Expect
- Wooden pyramid with carillon and fairy tale world
- Description
- The Aegidii Christmas Market offers a contemplative atmosphere with a beautiful crib, a wooden pyramid with a carillon, and a fairy tale world. Here you can find beautiful items made of wood and wool, nice ceramics and toys, elegant jewelry, and regional specialties. Culinary delights include bratwurst, kale, potato pancakes, crepes, and mulled wine.
- Where
- Münster | More Info : Aegidii Christmas Market
Lights Market St. Lamberti
- What to Expect
- Unique Christmas goods and culinary specialties in the old town.
- Description
- The Lights Market St. Lamberti offers a comprehensive selection of Christmas goods and culinary specialties, surrounded by the charming half-timbered houses of the old town.
- Where
- Münster | More Info : Lights Market St. Lamberti
Spiekerhof Christmas Market
- What to Expect
- Six individual Christmas markets with around 250 stalls.
- Description
- The Weihnachtsmarkt am Spiekerhof features six individual Christmas markets with around 250 stalls at various locations in Münster. Visit the markets between Aegidiimarkt, Spiekerhof, Überwasserkirchplatz, Lamberti, and Harsewinkelplatz.
- Where
- Münster | More Info : Spiekerhof Christmas Market
Mühlenhof Christmas Market
- What to Expect
- Unique historical atmosphere with up to 400-year-old buildings.
- Description
- The Westfalian Christmas Market at Mühlenhof offers a diverse range of accessories, paper art, steel uniques, jewelry, ceramics, and Christmas decorations. Visitors can observe craftsmen at work and participate in craft activities for children, fairy tale hours, and musical performances.
- Where
- Münster | More Info : Mühlenhof Christmas Market
Muenster Holiday Shows and Entertainment
Christmas Carol Singing at Domplatz
- What to Expect
- Collective singing of Christmas carols on the Domplatz
- Description
- On Sunday, December 8, 2024, people of all ages gather on the Domplatz to sing Christmas carols together. David Rauterberg accompanies the singers live from the stage.
- Where
- Münster | More Info : Christmas Carol Singing at Domplatz
Münster Symphony Orchestra
- What to Expect
- Unique combination of classical and contemporary music.
- Description
- The Sinfonieorchester Münster is a cornerstone of Münster's musical life, known for its care of classical-romantic and contemporary music. It initiated an innovative music educational program and conducted international guest performances.
- Where
- Münster | More Info : Münster Symphony Orchestra
Muenster Other Holiday Activities
Stadt Lupe Münster Tours
- What to Expect
- Daily old town tours with qualified guides.
- Description
- Stadt Lupe Münster offers daily public old town tours that can be booked online. The qualified guides lead you through various routes and offer a wide range of their knowledge.
- Where
- Münster | More Info : Stadt Lupe Münster Tours
StattReisen Münster Tours
- What to Expect
- Unique combination of guided tours and culinary offerings.
- Description
- StattReisen Münster offers a variety of guided tours and walks that cater to both visitors and locals of Münster. From classic old town tours to criminal investigations and culinary evening programs, there is something for everyone.
- Where
- Münster | More Info : StattReisen Münster Tours