Nuremberg Christkindlesmarkt Opens with Traditional Prologue

The historic German Christmas market, dating back to 1628, welcomes visitors with festive treats, cultural traditions, and charitable events.

The Nuremberg Christkindlesmarkt, one of Germany's oldest Christmas markets, officially opened today with a traditional prologue delivered by the Christkind, Nelli Lunkenheimer, from the Frauenkirche balcony.
The market features over 170 festively decorated stalls offering regional specialties like Lebkuchen, Nürnberger Bratwürste, and handcrafted Christmas ornaments.
Annually attracting around two million visitors, the Christkindlesmarkt is a major holiday destination for both local and international guests, with additional flights and increased public transport schedules supporting the influx.
The Christkindlesmarkt is held in the historic Hauptmarkt square, with its iconic red-and-white-striped stall roofs creating a festive atmosphere against the backdrop of Nuremberg's medieval architecture.
This year’s event includes a charity initiative where players from the 1. FC Nürnberg football team will grill sausages on December 9 to raise funds for homeless support services.