Passau Christmas Market
Set in Passau's historic old town before the backdrop of St. Stephen's Cathedral, the market features decorative stalls offering regional specialties, gingerbread, spices, and warm drinks. Visitors can explore traditional handcrafts and artistry, including wood carvings, nativity scenes, ceramics, glassware, jewelry, and holiday decorations.
What to Expect
Traditional Christmas market set against the backdrop of St. Stephen's Cathedral.
Event Details
Ages
All ages
Neighborhood
Old Town
Timed Entry
No
Organizer
Stadt Passau
Food & Drink
The market offers gingerbread, sweets, fine spices, drinks and regional food specialties.
Local Insight & Ratings
Family Friendly
Best For
Christmas market shoppers and craft lovers
Vibe
Traditional and atmospheric
Energy Level
Moderate
Photo Friendly
High
Weather Sensitivity
High
Location
Know Before You Go
- Hours: Monday–Thursday: 10:00–20:00; Friday–Saturday: 10:00–21:00; Sunday: 11:00–20:00.
- Parking: Many signposted garages and lots between the main station and Römerplatz; Tiefgarage Römerplatz is about a five-minute walk to the Domplatz.
Tips & Advice
- Park in the Tiefgarage Römerplatz if you want the shortest walk, since it is only about five minutes on foot to the Domplatz.
- On Sundays, avoid Parkhaus Wöhrl, City Parkhaus and Parkhaus Stadtgalerie, which open Monday to Saturday only, while Parkdeck Ilzbrücke is open around the clock.
- From Parkhaus Bahnhofstraße, take the City-Bus to the Domplatz stop instead of walking, because the walk into the old town takes about twenty-five minutes.
- Download the overview plan before you go so you can head straight to the stalls you want, from carvings and nativity figures to ceramics and glass.
- Groups arriving by coach can use the bus parking at Fritz-Schäffer-Promenade, which is just a five-minute walk from the market.
Quick Actions
Frequently Asked Questions
What kinds of things can I buy at the stalls?
The stalls are grouped by type. You'll find clothing and textiles, spices and natural products, jewelry, gifts and Christmas decorations, leather goods, bags and fur, ceramics, stone and glass, and wood carvings and nativity scenes.
What is there to eat and drink?
There are stalls for food, sweets and drinks, with regional specialties. The square smells of gingerbread and spices.
Where is the best place to park?
There are lots of signposted parking garages and lots between the main station, Klostergarten and Römerplatz. The Tiefgarage Römerplatz is about a five-minute walk from the Domplatz. The Parkhaus Zentralgarage is about ten minutes away on foot.
Can I get there by public transport?
Yes. Passau has train and long-distance bus connections. The City-Bus stops right at the market at the Domplatz stop. From the Kapuzinerstraße Park & Ride, take bus line 3 or 4 to the Stadttheater stop.
Where do coaches drop off groups?
Coaches can use the bus parking at Fritz-Schäffer-Promenade, a five-minute walk from the market. There is also bus parking on Bahnhofstraße at the freight yard, about 2 km away, where the City-Bus runs straight to the Domplatz.
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