Saarburg Christmas Market
Market stalls set up around Buttermarkt offer Christmas treats, mulled wine, regional specialties, and handcrafted goods beneath an illuminated Christmas tree over the Leukbach. The stage hosts live music concerts, appearances by St. Nikolaus, and brass ensembles. Visitors can also join guided walking tours through the historic town.
What to Expect
Charming market stalls arranged around a glowing tree over the Leukbach waterfall.
Event Details
Ages
All ages
Timed Entry
No
Organizer
Stadt Saarburg
Food & Drink
Stalls offer Christmas treats, mulled wine, regional products, and homemade and handcrafted goods.
Local Insight & Ratings
Family Friendly
Best For
Families and visitors who enjoy small christmas markets
Vibe
Festive and intimate
Energy Level
Moderate
Photo Friendly
High
Weather Sensitivity
Moderate
Location
Know Before You Go
- Hours: Fridays 15:00–21:00; Saturdays and Sundays 13:00–21:00.
Tips & Advice
- Email amueseum@saarburg.de early to register for the free night watchman or medieval town tours, because places are limited.
- Bring children on December 5 or December 13 to meet St. Nikolaus, who arrives with a brass band, with a concert afterwards.
- Bad weather can cancel individual program events, so keep an eye on the forecast if you are coming for a specific concert or tour.
- Pair your visit with the nearby Amüseum or the Mabilon bell foundry, two town museums right beside the market.
- Visit on Saturday, December 12, if you also want to see the Victorian Christmas market, since transfer rides connect the two that day.
Special Events & Promotions
- Official opening on Friday, December 4, followed by live music with Jennifer Waack.
- St. Nikolaus visits on December 5 with the MV Beurig mini brass ensemble and on December 13 with the MV Saarburg, each followed by a concert.
- Free night watchman tours on December 4 and 11 and a medieval town tour on December 6; registration by email required, places limited.
- Live music with Wayne Vincent (Dec 5), Marco Boesen (Dec 6), Christmas Express (Dec 11) and the MV Beurig brass ensemble (Dec 12).
- Transfer rides to the Victorian Christmas market at the Kulturgießerei on Saturday, December 12, for a fee.
Quick Actions
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I join a guided tour?
The night watchman tours and the medieval town tour are free. You must register by email at amueseum@saarburg.de, and places are limited.
Does St. Nikolaus come?
Yes. He comes on Saturday, December 5, with the MV Beurig mini brass ensemble, and on Sunday, December 13, with the MV Saarburg. A concert follows each visit.
Is there ice skating?
Yes. An ice rink is open on all market days at the Fruchtmarkt.
Can I visit the Victorian Christmas market too?
Yes. On Saturday, December 12, transfer rides run between the Christkindlmarkt and the Victorian Christmas market at the Kulturgießerei, for a fee.
What else is nearby?
The town museums, the Amüseum and the Mabilon bell foundry, are right next to the market.
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