Overview
- Berlin presents one of Europe’s broadest selections with more than 100 markets, an official interactive map, Alexanderplatz trading daily through December 26, the Lichtenberg Winterzeit running to December 28, and a new Wittenbergplatz market operating to January 1.
- Essen’s International Christmas Market runs November 14–December 23 with green electricity from partner E.ON, reusable tableware policies, the WDR 2 Weihnachtswunder scheduled for December 13–17 on Burgplatz, and a bookable bilingual “Glühwein‑Krimi” experience.
- Munich’s Christkindlmarkt at Marienplatz operates November 24–December 24 after a mayoral opening, showcasing a 25‑meter Tyrolean tree and a published program that includes the Krampuslauf on December 14.
- Frankfurt’s market spans November 24–December 22 with over 200 stalls from Römerberg to the Main, a full schedule of concerts and Turmblasen, a new children’s area on the Mainkai, and detailed public‑transport guidance.
- Hannover, Bremen, Cologne and Münster report active calendars—Hannover’s themed old‑town venues, Bremen’s Schlachte‑Zauber along the Weser through December 23, Cologne’s cathedral, Neumarkt and harbor sites, and Münster’s multi‑market lineup—while vendors note broader food options and higher prices.