The 6 Most Enchanting German Christmas Markets

When you enter a German Christmas market, you are transported into a world filled with twinkling lights, delicious food and delightful crafts.

The atmosphere is exciting and joyful as locals and tourists come together to celebrate the holiday season.

There are activities for kids and treats for adults!

Consider a trip to one of our top 6 favorite German Christmas Markets:

Berlin One of the country’s largest concentrations of Christmas markets is located in the capital, which boasts over 100 Christmas markets throughout its boroughs from November 25 to December 31.

Hanover The Hanover Old Town Christmas market features over 170 stalls offering traditional Christmas crafts, gifts and food, set against the backdrop of Hanover’s beautifully preserved Old Town.

Bremen One of the most historical German Christmas markets can be found in one of the country’s best-preserved cities, Bremen.

Hamburg in this big port city, you will find the most unique Christmas market, Santa Pauli, located in the city's red light district.

Lübeck Lübeck’s Christmas market is one of the best, with a wood-fired oven baking fresh breads, a myriad of little handmade gifts and countless stalls serving all German delicacies.

Potsdam Potsdam’s Old Town Historical Christmas Market spans across a long central street. As a unique treat, families can enjoy the fairytale stage and Ferris wheel.

Whichever of these 6 German Christmas markets you visit, you are guaranteed a world of magic!

Find out more about celebrating the Christmas season at a German market!