Christmas in Riquewihr
Visitors can wander through illuminated streets adorned with sparkling decorations and glowing architectural facades. Traditional Christmas market stalls feature artisan crafts, seasonal foods, and tastings of Alsace wines and regional specialties. The festivities also include musical entertainment, street performances, and exhibitions throughout the village.
What to Expect
Traditional Christmas market with illuminated monuments, facades, and seasonal artisan stalls.
Event Details
Ages
All ages
Timed Entry
No
Organizer
Comité des Fêtes de Riquewihr
Food & Drink
Small refreshments are available, along with tastings of Alsace wines and regional wines and terroir products.
Local Insight & Ratings
Family Friendly
Best For
Christmas market lovers and fans of illuminated old-town streets
Vibe
Festive and traditional
Energy Level
Moderate
Budget
Free
Photo Friendly
High
Weather Sensitivity
Moderate
Location
Know Before You Go
- Tickets: Free admission.
- Hours: Opening day, Friday, November 27: 10h, with an exceptional late opening until 21h. Monday–Thursday: 10h–18h30; Friday: 10h–20h; Saturday–Sunday: 10h–19h.
Tips & Advice
- Visit on one of the first three weekends to see the market at its largest, when the stalls extend along rue du Général de Gaulle.
- Come on opening day, Friday, November 27, when the market stays open late into the evening.
- Stop at a wine-tasting stand, since tastings of Alsace wines and local produce are part of the market.
- Dress warmly if you plan to stay into the evening to see the lit-up facades and monuments around the village.
Special Events & Promotions
- Opening day on Friday, November 27, with a special late-night opening
- On the first three weekends the market extends along rue du Général de Gaulle
Quick Actions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is there to see and do?
There is a traditional Christmas market with craft stalls, exhibitions, music and concerts, and street shows. The streets are decorated and the facades and monuments are lit up.
What food and drink is there?
You can taste Alsace wines and other local wines and produce. Stalls sell light bites, and the market smells of mulled wine and cinnamon.
Is the market bigger on some days?
Yes. On the first three weekends the market extends along rue du Général de Gaulle.
Is it good for children?
Yes. Both kids and adults enjoy the Christmas lights and decorations around the village.
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