Plauen Christmas Market
Set against the backdrop of the illuminated Old Town Hall, the market fills the Altmarkt with festive lights and the aromas of mulled wine and roasted almonds. Visitors can browse food and gift stalls, watch the traditional Christmas pyramid turn, and listen to seasonal sounds. Santa Claus also makes a daily appearance to greet guests.
What to Expect
Largest Christmas market in the Vogtland, dating back over 300 years.
Event Details
Ages
All ages
Neighborhood
Altmarkt
Timed Entry
No
Organizer
Stadt Plauen
Food & Drink
Market stalls serve seasonal treats including mulled wine and roasted almonds.
Local Insight & Ratings
Family Friendly
Best For
Families and christmas market visitors
Vibe
Traditional and festive
Energy Level
Moderate
Photo Friendly
High
Weather Sensitivity
High
Location
Know Before You Go
- Hours: Daily 11:00–20:00.
Tips & Advice
- Come for the opening to see the big Lichtl lantern parade, which kicks off four weeks of the market on the Altmarkt.
- Bring the kids on any day of the market, because Santa comes by daily and there's an elves' workshop to explore.
- Pair the market with one of Plauen's Christmas guided tours, such as the festive Town Hall tower tour, which run separately from the market.
- Stay until dusk so you see the Old Town Hall illuminated and the Altmarkt lit up around the turning Christmas pyramid.
- Dress warmly for a stroll around the open Altmarkt, and warm up with mulled wine and roasted almonds from the stalls.
Special Events & Promotions
- Big Lichtl lantern parade to open the market.
- Christmas guided tours, including a festive Town Hall tower tour, run separately from the market.
- Christmas walk for young explorers, a separate tour for kids.
- Plauen's ice rink runs separately during the Christmas season.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is there to see?
The Altmarkt is lit up for four weeks. The Christmas pyramid turns, the Old Town Hall is illuminated and stalls fill the square. Plauen's market has more than 300 years of history and is the largest in the Vogtland.
What food and drink is there?
Mulled wine, roasted almonds and a range of other treats.
Does Santa visit?
Yes. Santa comes to the market every day.
What is there for kids?
There's an elves' workshop (Wichtelwerkstatt), and Santa stops by daily. Plauen also runs a separate Christmas walk for young explorers.
Is there more Christmas fun in town besides the market?
Yes. Plauen runs an ice rink, Christmas guided tours (including a festive Town Hall tower tour) and an online Advent calendar during the season.
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