Last updated: 11. November 2024
Discover the festive atmosphere in Werder! Our event guide presents the most beautiful Christmas activities in the Havel island town, whether you're a local or a visitor.
Around the historic Fischerkirchplatz and along the picturesque waterfront promenade, traditional Christmas markets await you with regional specialties. The medieval old town transforms into an atmospheric winter landscape, while the Hoher Weg with its decorated half-timbered houses provides the perfect setting for winter walks. From here, you can also reach the popular Christmas markets in Potsdam and Brandenburg an der Havel.
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Werder Holiday Markets and Shopping
Werder (Havel) Christmas Market
- What to Expect
- Unique atmosphere in the historic old town.
- Description
- The Werder (Havel) Christmas Market transforms the city's historic center into a festive landscape. Colorful programs, good food, and steaming drinks invite visitors to linger, and the Heilig-Geist-Kirche opens its doors for a traditional Christmas concert.
- Where
- Werder (Havel) | More Info : Werder (Havel) Christmas Market
Christmas Market on the Market Square
- What to Expect
- Over 20-hour cultural program with choirs, circus performances, and concerts.
- Description
- The Polish Star Market in the Kutschstallhof offers an authentic insight into Polish Christmas traditions. Here you can find traditional Polish handicrafts and culinary specialties. The over 20-hour Star Festival includes a lively cultural program with choirs, circus performances, children's theater, and concerts.
- Where
- Potsdam | More Info : Christmas Market on the Market Square
Christmas Market on Gendarmenmarkt
- What to Expect
- Handmade candles and toys in heated tents.
- Description
- The Weihnachtszauber at Gendarmenmarkt offers a unique blend of art, culinary delights, and craftsmanship in the historic setting of Bebelplatz.
- Where
- Berlin | More Info : Christmas Market on Gendarmenmarkt
Christmas Market at Breitscheidplatz
- What to Expect
- A 400-meter-long light carpet over the market.
- Description
- The Christmas market at Breitscheidplatz offers a cozy Christmas atmosphere in the heart of bustling City-West. Over 60 stalls from various countries invite visitors to marvel and shop, featuring classic Christmas decorations, glass and bronze art, and lovingly crafted toys. For the little ones, there are merry-go-rounds for a more leisurely pace. A variety of sweet and savory treats are available, including mulled wine, candied fruit, sausages, and mushroom dishes.
- Where
- Berlin | More Info : Christmas Market at Breitscheidplatz
Christmas Market in Spandau Old Town
- What to Expect
- Handicrafts and historical wooden huts.
- Description
- The Spandauer Weihnachtsmarkt in the Altstadt offers a diverse selection of handicrafts, specialties, and traditional Christmas items. The Altstadt is transformed into a festive Christmas landscape during the holiday season, featuring various wooden huts and a large Christmas crib.
- Where
- Berlin-Spandau | More Info : Christmas Market in Spandau Old Town
Christmas Market in Köpenick
- What to Expect
- Unique atmosphere with a baroque castle and castle park.
- Description
- The Christmas market on Schlossplatz Köpenick offers a unique atmosphere with a baroque castle and castle park. Here you can find handicrafts, culinary offerings, and a diverse stage program.
- Where
- Berlin-Köpenick | More Info : Christmas Market in Köpenick
Christmas Market in Neukölln
- What to Expect
- Unique atmosphere with warm light from oil lamps and historical surroundings.
- Description
- The Alt-Rixdorfer Weihnachtsmarkt at Richardplatz in Neukölln offers a unique atmosphere with warm light from oil lamps and historical surroundings. Over 200 stalls offer handmade items, handicrafts, wooden toys, and culinary specialties.
- Where
- Berlin-Neukölln | More Info : Christmas Market in Neukölln
Christmas Market in Prenzlauer Berg
- What to Expect
- Visit from Santa Claus and the Wandering Angel
- Description
- The Lucia Christmas Market in the Kulturbrauerei offers a romantic atmosphere with historic buildings and provides visitors with a variety of attractions such as a small carousel, a star ladder, and a small knight's castle.
- Where
- Berlin-Prenzlauer Berg | More Info : Christmas Market in Prenzlauer Berg
Christmas Market in Schöneberg
- What to Expect
- Ten handcrafted mulled wines and unique dishes.
- Description
- The Christmas market in Schöneberg offers a variety of high-quality mulled wines and delicious foods. Visitors can look forward to a festive atmosphere and an engaging stage program.
- Where
- Berlin-Schöneberg | More Info : Christmas Market in Schöneberg
Christmas Market in Steglitz
- What to Expect
- Handmade design pieces and handicrafts
- Description
- On the Christmas markets in Steglitz, unique gifts and culinary specialties are offered. Handmade design pieces and handicrafts are also available.
- Where
- Berlin-Steglitz | More Info : Christmas Market in Steglitz
Christmas Market in Tempelhof
- What to Expect
- Traditional Christmas markets with neighborhood flair.
- Description
- In Tempelhof, traditional Christmas markets take place, offering a cozy atmosphere and neighborhood flair. Around the old town squares, the markets provide a diverse range of handmade crafts, culinary delights, and entertaining programs.
- Where
- Berlin-Tempelhof | More Info : Christmas Market in Tempelhof
Christmas Market in Treptow
- What to Expect
- Diverse stage program with angel visits and culinary delights.
- Description
- At the Treptower Christmas markets, visitors can find Christmas decorations, a cozy atmosphere, and mulled wine with almonds.
- Where
- Berlin-Treptow | More Info : Christmas Market in Treptow
Christmas Market in Wilmersdorf
- What to Expect
- Swedish specialties and handicrafts in a cozy atmosphere.
- Description
- The Swedish Christmas Market in Wilmersdorf offers a Scandinavian atmosphere with Swedish delicacies like Princess cake, mulled wine, and elk sausages. Alongside handicrafts and Christmas ham, visitors can find everything that delights the heart of Christmas.
- Where
- Berlin-Wilmersdorf | More Info : Christmas Market in Wilmersdorf
Christmas Market in Zehlendorf
- What to Expect
- Cozy neighborhood atmosphere with intricately carved huts and traditional Christmas market delicacies.
- Description
- The Christmas market in Zehlendorf offers a diverse cultural and artistic program that sweetens the long wait until Christmas. Traditional Christmas markets with selected stalls and a colorful children's program make the market a special experience.
- Where
- Berlin-Zehlendorf | More Info : Christmas Market in Zehlendorf
Winter World at Potsdamer Platz
- What to Expect
- Europe's largest mobile toboggan run
- Description
- The Winterwelt at Potsdamer Platz features a 12-meter-high and 70-meter-long toboggan run, culinary offerings, and a magical atmosphere. Visitors can get into the holiday spirit and celebrate the winter season with friends and family.
- Where
- Berlin | More Info : Winter World at Potsdamer Platz
Christmas Market in Marzahn
- What to Expect
- Contemplative Christmas markets in historic settings.
- Description
- In Marzahn, there are numerous Christmas markets that delight visitors with traditional handicrafts, mulled wine, and culinary delights. In addition to the large markets, there are also smaller, contemplative events in historic settings.
- Where
- Berlin-Marzahn | More Info : Christmas Market in Marzahn
Christmas Market in Lichtenberg
- What to Expect
- Unique feature: Large Ferris wheel with a fantastic view of the market.
- Description
- The "Lichtenberger Winterzeit" Christmas market offers colorful lights, festive atmosphere, and a variety of adventurous rides and attractions. Visitors can enjoy mulled wine and fairground ambiance.
- Where
- Berlin-Lichtenberg | More Info : Christmas Market in Lichtenberg
Christmas Market in Friedrichshain
- What to Expect
- Historical Christmas market with medieval flair and hand-operated wooden carousel.
- Description
- The Christmas market in Friedrichshain presents itself in a historical setting with medieval flair. Visitors can enjoy candles, fireplaces, and numerous stalls showcasing crafts like pottery, smithing, and woodcarving. There is hot mulled wine, mulled beer, and punch, as well as hearty and sweet food. Historical music and fire shows by jugglers and acrobats complete the program.
- Where
- Berlin-Friedrichshain | More Info : Christmas Market in Friedrichshain
Christmas Market in Kreuzberg
- What to Expect
- Diverse Christmas markets with design and culinary offerings.
- Description
- Kreuzberg offers a variety of unique Christmas markets that have been attracting fans from all over Berlin for years. Design enthusiasts can find themselves at the Weihnachtsrodeo or the Designer Christmas Market, while the Finnish Christmas Market charms with its coziness.
- Where
- Berlin-Kreuzberg | More Info : Christmas Market in Kreuzberg
Christmas Market in Mitte
- What to Expect
- Individual Christmas markets offer a unique blend of traditional Berlin atmosphere and modern attractions.
- Description
- The Christmas markets in Mitte offer a variety of traditional and modern attractions. Visitors can find an impressive atmosphere at the Weihnachtszauber am Gendarmenmarkt, while the Weihnachtsmarkt am Roten Rathaus impresses with an ice rink and street performers.
- Where
- Berlin-Mitte | More Info : Christmas Market in Mitte