Schwerin Christmas Markets 2026

Visitors can take a leisurely stroll through the market set around the church and parish hall. It offers an atmospheric pre-Christmas gathering in the heart of town for friends and family.

The celebration begins with a family worship service at St. Mary's before a procession heads toward the Holstentor for a traditional countdown to turn on the city's Christmas lights. The procession then continues to St Petri's Church to watch St...

Visitors explore historic estate grounds hosting around 250 exhibitors offering arts, crafts, and festive holiday gifts. Food stalls serve regional specialties and seasonal treats, ranging from flame-cooked salmon and roasted ham to hot punch and crêpes. Entertainment includes an eco-friendly...

Around 100 artisans from Germany and other European countries display their craftwork throughout the historic church hall, longhouse, and vaults. Visitors can browse a wide selection of handmade goods, including jewelry, ceramics, glassware, textiles, Erzgebirge nativity sets, and wooden toys....

Held on Mölln's historic marketplace, the market is centered around a massive Christmas tree adorned with thousands of lights and red baubles. Outdoor stalls offer mulled wine, grilled specialties, Mutzen, and festive decor, while costumed angels with glowing wings roam...

Set around Lauenburg Castle, this festive market features artisan craft stalls, food, and a colorful music program on the Christmas stage. As darkness falls, numerous lights transform the grounds into a sea of colors alongside illuminated Christmas angels and fairytale...

Families can wander through a miniature elf village featuring an elf shop, school, and living room, alongside interactive displays and an elf-themed photo spot. Children can take the helm of an elf boat or embark on a scavenger hunt with...

Visitors can experience a wide variety of market stalls, child-friendly offerings at the Kinderweihnacht, and a canopy of lights at Universitätsplatz. On opening day, Santa Claus arrives alongside characters from the fairytale forest. Every Wednesday features a dedicated family day.

Visitors can browse market stalls serving glühwein, Handbrot, Thuringian bratwurst, skewers, and vegan specialties. A massive two-story walk-in Christmas pyramid in Gudesstraße offers hot and cold drinks across two floors, complete with a lounge area and an upper-level balcony overlooking...

Set in Holsteinische Schweiz, visitors can wander through an illuminated avenue, a pagoda-tent arcade, and a warm Christmas market barn hosting around 120 exhibitors. Stalls showcase antiques, festive decorations, handicrafts, country fashion, and home accessories. Guests can also enjoy regional...

Visitors can wander through historic estate barns, a carriage house, and a Swedish-style wooden hut village in the avenue garden filled with artisan crafts and regional delicacies. The 1728 baroque manor house transforms into an illuminated Advent calendar with twenty-four...

Visitors can browse market stalls set up by local clubs, schools, daycare centers, and vendors across the square. The city hall foyer hosts an artisan craft market alongside the outdoor festivities. Entertainment includes a small program for children and a...

Set in and around the historic St. Mary's Church, this traditional Christmas market brings together regional producers, craft artisans demonstrating their trades, and gift stalls. Visitors can make candles, meet Santa Claus, and enjoy a stage program on the church...

Visitors stroll through the festively illuminated and flower-decorated castle to experience live music on two floors, featuring choral singing and a Steinway grand piano in the garden hall. Costumed Rococo nobility mingle through the rooms, and historic craft techniques and...

Experience the magic of the Schweriner Weihnachtsmarkt, 'The Star of the North,' in the heart of Schwerin's old town. This festive market transforms the historic squares into a winter wonderland with charming stalls, twinkling lights, and a grand Christmas tree....

Wismar's UNESCO Old Town transforms into a magical Christmas wonderland. Wander through the festive market, adorned with the unique 'Wismarer Weihnachtsstern' lights, and discover a treasure trove of handmade crafts and regional delicacies. Enjoy the enchanting atmosphere with live music...

Immerse yourself in the festive spirit at the Lübecker Weihnachtsmarkt, the 'Christmas City of the North.' This renowned market spans across the historic Altstadtinsel, inviting visitors to explore stalls on the Markt, Breiten Straße, and Koberg. Discover a wide array...

Step into a magical Fairy Tale Forest at the foot of St. Mary's Church in Lübeck. Discover twenty charming houses depicting scenes from Brothers Grimm fairy tales, brought to life by hand-crafted figures displayed for fifty years. This beloved tradition...

Experience the 'Inseladvent Ratzeburg,' a unique, decentralized Christmas event spread across the charming Ratzeburger Stadt- und Domhalbinsel. This festive weekend offers a delightful array of adventsbasare, seasonal treats, live music, and a dedicated children's program, all made possible by community...

The 12. Regionaler Genussmarkt, a pre-Christmas gourmet market, invites visitors to the Städtische Galerie Wollhalle. This event showcases regional producers offering seasonal delicacies, from organic meats and cheeses to fine wines and handmade Christmas decorations. It's an ideal spot to...

Experience the 'Winterzauber am Meer' (Winter Magic by the Sea) at the Neujahrsgarten in Travemünde. This event transforms the Brügmanngarten into a cozy winter wonderland, offering a warm escape with crackling fires, delicious mulled wine, and soothing jazz music. Adjacent...

Step into the magical Weihnachtsstadt Lüneburg, a festive wonderland running from late November to the end of December. This enchanting event transforms the city into a holiday paradise with multiple Christmas markets offering unique gifts and seasonal treats. Explore the...

Step into a magical Scandinavian Christmas village at the Bergedorfer Weihnachtsmarkt. This enchanting event transforms the heart of Bergedorf with thousands of twinkling lights, hourly snowfalls, and the cozy ambiance of Nordic traditions. Discover unique crafts, savor delicious Lussebulle and...

Experience the magic of the Wittenberger Weihnachtsmarkt as Paul-Lincke-Platz illuminates with festive lights. From December 10th to 14th, 2025, wander through approximately 40 stalls offering seasonal delights and unique gifts. Enjoy live entertainment on stage throughout the event, creating a...

Experience the enchanting Christmas Market in Plön in 2026. Wander through stalls offering traditional crafts, including Erzgebirge wood carvings, and savor the festive aromas of mulled wine and roasted almonds. The market provides a romantic atmosphere with its festive lighting,...

Experience the festive spirit at the Adventsmarkt Bad Oldesloe, where the Kultur- und Bildungszentrum (KuB), its foyer, and rooms of the Historisches Rathaus open their doors. Discover a delightful array of handmade crafts and unique items from approximately 40 local...

Discover the intimate Weihnachtsmarkt Ahrensburg, a cozy Christmas market featuring numerous small stalls. This charming event offers a delightful opportunity to find unique holiday gifts and enjoy a festive atmosphere. A visit here is highly recommended for a heartwarming holiday...

Discover a charming Christmas Handicraft Market at the historic Marstall building in Winsen (Luhe). Approximately 50 artisans will present their lovingly crafted, handmade unique items, perfect for finding special gifts or treating yourself. Enjoy the festive ambiance and browse a...

Experience a heartwarming Christmas market at St. Salvatoris Church in Geesthacht on the first Advent weekend. Browse stalls adorned with festive lights, discover unique artisan crafts, and indulge in the delightful scents of waffles and mulled wine. They offer a...