Regensburg Christmas Events & Things to Do 2025
Your complete guide to the best christmas events in Regensburg and surrounding areas
Regensburg comes alive for the holiday season with the Regensburger Christkindlmarkt in the medieval Old Town and the Romantic Christmas Market at Thurn and Taxis Castle providing storybook settings. Stroll past cathedral steps and riverside lanes illuminated by Christmas lights while listening to the Regensburger Domspatzen concert series. With festive events, Santa visits for kids, and atmospheric markets, Regensburg offers a heartfelt mix of winter traditions and seasonal activities.
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Christmas Markets
54 eventsTraditional German Christmas market on Neupfarrplatz
Christmas Shows
11 eventsConcerts by the world-renowned Regensburger Domspatzen choir
Other Christmas Activities
8 eventsDanube River Christmas market cruise
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Regensburger Christkindlmarkt
Traditional German Christmas market on Neupfarrplatz
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Nuremberg Christmas Market (Nürnberger Christkindlesmarkt)
(Nuremberg)
One of the world's oldest and most famous Christmas markets.
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Romantic Christmas Market at Thurn and Taxis Castle
Romantic Christmas market within a princely castle courtyard.
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Wichtelzeit und Weihnachtszauber Pfaffenhofen
(Pfaffenhofen an der Ilm)
Enchanting Christmas market with unique gift exchange.
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Regensburger Domspatzen Concert Series
Concerts by the world-renowned Regensburger Domspatzen choir
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Adventsmarkt St. Katharinenspital Regensburg
Cozy, family-friendly market with Cathedral views and artisan gifts.
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Festive dining experiences, holiday parties, and Christmas-themed food and drink events in Regensburg.
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The most significant annual events are undoubtedly the various Christmas markets spread throughout the historic Old Town, drawing large crowds with their festive atmosphere and diverse offerings.
Regensburg's historic setting lends a unique charm to its Christmas traditions, with markets often incorporating local crafts and regional foods, reflecting the city's rich Bavarian heritage.
The historic Old Town (Altstadt) is the prime location for Christmas lights, with streets and squares like Neupfarrplatz and around the Cathedral beautifully illuminated.
The main Christmas markets, primarily located in the city center's squares such as Neupfarrplatz, are the best places to find local makers and their crafts.
Enjoying the free Christmas markets, strolling through the illuminated Old Town, and visiting churches for festive services or concerts are excellent free and budget-friendly options.
Families often enjoy the Christmas markets for their festive treats and carousels, as well as looking for specific family-friendly shows or events that may be scheduled in local theaters or public spaces.