Last updated: December 01, 2024
Discover the festive highlights of Luther's Wittenberg! Our city guide presents both popular events and hidden treasures of the Christmas season that you shouldn't miss.
The historic marketplace forms the heart of the winter festivities, framed by the magnificent town hall and the city church. From here, the Christmas activities extend through Collegienstraße to Luther's House, where traditional craft stalls, regional specialties, and cultural performances await visitors. During this time, the medieval alleys of the old town transform into an atmospheric meeting point for locals and guests.
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Diverse program with dance groups and puppet theater
The Weihnachtsmarkt der Vereine features a diverse program with dance groups, puppet theater, and contemplative organ and brass music. The event takes place on the Kirchplatz of St. Marien Church and is organized by Lutherstadt Wittenberg Marketing GmbH in cooperation with Hoffnungskirche Wittenberg.
Where: Wittenberg | More Info: Clubs' Christmas Market
Unique Weihnachtswurst and diverse children's activities.
The Möllensdorfer Wald-Weihnachtsmarkt offers a festive atmosphere in the woods. Visitors can enjoy regional handicrafts, delicious sweets, and the traditional Möllensdorfer Weihnachtswurst. Child-friendly activities like petting zoo, carousel, train, and pony rides make the market particularly appealing.
Where: Möllensdorf | More Info: Möllensdorf Forest Christmas Market
Unique craft exhibition in historic buildings.
The Market of the Beautiful Things offers a variety of handmade crafts and traditional products in the historic Cranach courtyards.
Where: Wittenberg | More Info: Market of Beautiful Things
Unique setting of the Wittenberg market with Christmas scents and lights.
The Christmas market in Lutherstadt Wittenberg offers a unique atmosphere with the scent of almonds, gingerbread, and mulled wine. Vendors of various delicacies and craftsmen offer their Christmas goods in small wooden huts. Stroll past glittering Christmas trees, pyramids, and carousels.
Where: Wittenberg | More Info: Christmas Day
Traditional Christmas market with historic stalls and festive atmosphere.
The Leipzig Christmas Market features around 300 stalls in the historic old town, offering regional culinary delights and handmade gifts.
Where: Leipzig | More Info: Leipzig Christmas Market
Historical church services and concerts at the original sites.
The Reformation Day in Lutherstadt Wittenberg is a significant event celebrating Martin Luther's 95 Theses. Festive church services, concerts, and the Renaissance music festival are just a few of the diverse offerings.
Where: Wittenberg | More Info: Reformation Day
Children place their shoes by the door to receive gifts from St. Nicholas.
St. Nicholas Day is a day when children place their shoes by the door in hopes that St. Nicholas will leave them gifts and treats.
Where: Wittenberg | More Info: St. Nicholas Day
Joint lantern procession and Saint Martin's legend
The Martin's Day is a traditional event where the community gathers to commemorate Saint Martin. It includes a lantern procession where participants experience the legend of Saint Martin and then march with Saint Martin through the city to the church.
Where: Wittenberg | More Info: St. Martin's Day