Trier Christmas Events & Things to Do 2025
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Trier celebrates the Christmas season with Christmas lights around the Porta Nigra and the 45th Trier Christmas Market in the historic Hauptmarkt offering local crafts and seasonal flavors. Winterliches Trier guided walks and New Year’s Eve celebrations highlight the city’s Roman-era charm as holiday activities illuminate cobbled streets. From Holiday lights to winter festivals and lively markets, Trier invites visitors to enjoy a heritage-rich festive season full of attractions.
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Christmas Markets
74 eventsMagical winter atmosphere with lights and markets
Christmas Parties
7 eventsNew Year's Eve package with musical and historical tour
Christmas Lights
5 eventsEnchanting illuminated trail with over 2,500 lights and Northern Lights illusion.
Other Christmas Activities
10 eventsGuided walk with historical anecdotes and included mulled wine.
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Luxembourg Winterlights Festival
(Luxembourg)
Magical winter atmosphere with lights and markets
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Le Sentier des Lanternes
(Metz)
Enchanting illuminated trail with over 2,500 lights and Northern Lights illusion.
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Christmas Market Bernkastel-Kues
(Bernkastel-Kues)
Medieval town Christmas market with diverse artisan stalls.
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Winterlights - Festival de lumières
(Luxembourg)
City-wide light festival with Christmas markets.
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Mosel-Wein-Nachts-Markt
(Traben-Trarbach)
Unique underground Christmas market in historic cellars
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Homburg Christmas Market
(Homburg)
50th anniversary Christmas market with live music and laser show.
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Christmas shows, theater performances, and holiday entertainment in Trier.
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The most significant annual Christmas event in Trier is undoubtedly the large Christmas market held in the historic Hauptmarkt. This market draws many visitors and features numerous stalls and festive activities.
Trier embraces many traditional German Christmas customs, with a strong emphasis on its historic setting. The blend of Roman history with festive markets creates a unique atmosphere.
While the city center around the Hauptmarkt and Dom St. Peter is beautifully illuminated, many residential neighborhoods also put on charming displays. Exploring streets like Neustraßenviertel can reveal delightful local decorations.
The main Christmas market in the Hauptmarkt is the primary location for markets and local makers. Smaller artisan markets may also pop up in various squares throughout the holiday season.
Wandering through the illuminated city center and the free Christmas markets offers a wonderful budget-friendly experience. Visiting historic sites like the Porta Nigra is also often free or low-cost.
Families often enjoy the main Christmas market for its festive atmosphere, potential carousels, and seasonal treats. Look for specific family-friendly shows or events advertised locally.