Christmas Market on Werdmühleplatz in Zurich
Visitors can wander among illuminated market huts serving hot mulled wine, raclette, tarte flambée, crêpes, and grilled specialties. Guests can take in daily live choir performances on the Singing Christmas Tree stage or dine on traditional cheese fondue in the wooden chalet. Children can also enjoy rides on a nostalgic carousel.
What to Expect
Zurich market featuring regional specialties and daily live choir performances.
Event Details
Duration
Each choir performance lasts 30 minutes.
Ages
All ages
Neighborhood
Werdmühleplatz
Timed Entry
No
Organizer
Wintertraum GmbH & Co. KG
Food & Drink
The huts offer mulled wine, punch, drinks, crêpes, galettes, churros, hot chocolate, grilled specialities, tarte flambée, garlic bread and raclette; the chalet serves cheese fondue with kirsch and selected teas, with a vegan fondue available on request.
Local Insight & Ratings
Family Friendly
Best For
Families and visitors seeking seasonal food and live choir music
Vibe
Festive and convivial
Energy Level
Moderate
Budget
Free
Photo Friendly
High
Weather Sensitivity
Moderate
Location
Know Before You Go
- Tickets: Admission to the Christmas market is free for everyone. A ride on the children's carousel costs CHF 3.–.
- Hours: Mon–Thu 16:00–21:00; Fri 16:00–22:00; Sat 13:00–22:00; Sun 13:00–21:00.
- Parking: The page recommends public transport and names the Urania, Jelmoli and Globus car parks.
Tips & Advice
- Reserve the Fondue Chalet online before you go, because seats go fast, and let the team know ahead if you are bringing a larger group.
- Leave cash at home and bring a card or Twint, Apple Pay or Google Pay, since the market does not accept cash at all.
- Time your visit around the choir performances, which start earlier in the day at weekends and last thirty minutes each on the Singing Christmas Tree.
- Walk about five minutes from Zurich main station along Bahnhofstrasse, or take the tram to the Bahnhofstrasse/HB stop right next to the square.
- Let the kids ride the nostalgic carousel, run by Kiwanis Club volunteers, knowing that every ride supports children's projects.
Special Events & Promotions
- Christmas Party on the Singing Christmas Tree stage on Saturdays.
- Open singing sessions, free for everyone.
- Fondue Chalet seating is reserved separately online, and larger groups can book with advance notice.
Quick Actions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Singing Christmas Tree?
It is the stage at the heart of the market, where more than 40 choirs perform live every day. Each performance lasts 30 minutes, and both the choir performances and the open singing are free.
Do I need to book the Fondue Chalet?
Yes, booking online is strongly recommended because seats go fast. It serves traditional cheese fondue with kirsch and a selection of teas, with a vegan alternative on request. Larger groups are welcome with advance notice.
What food is there at the market huts?
Mulled wine, punch and other drinks in the tower house, plus crêpes and galettes, churros and hot chocolate, grilled specialities, tarte flambée, garlic bread and raclette. Much of it comes from Zurich and the region, and vegetarian and vegan dishes are always on the menu.
How can I pay?
The market does not accept cash. You can pay with all common cards, Apple Pay, Google Pay, Twint and Lunch-Check.
Is there something for children?
Yes, a nostalgic children's carousel run by Kiwanis Club volunteers. All proceeds go to children's projects.
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