Nuremberg

Christkindlesmarkt

27.11. - 24.12.2026

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The Nuremberg Christkindlesmarkt

The Nuremberg Christkindlesmarkt is one of the oldest and most famous Christmas Markets in the world. In the wooden booths of “the little city of wood and cloth” one finds traditional, often handmade Christmas decorations and sweet treats such as gingerbread and Spekulatius almond cookies.

Opening hours

Opening Ceremony 2026 November 27, 5.30 pm

Monday to Sunday 10 am to 9 pm

Nuremberg Christmas Market 2026 November 27 to December 24

Nuremberg Christmas Market 2027 November 26 to December 24

Explore the Market

Traditional, Creative and Regional...The Nuremberg Christkindlesmarkt is that and much more! But many things are best discovered when you have a closer look. That's why we've prepared these self guided tours so you can explore the amazing variety and unique character of our Christmas Market.

Christmas events and sightseeing tours in english language

During christmas time the city of Nuremberg offers a huge variaty of events - there are always reasons for celebrating and meeting up with friends and spending time together. Immerse yourself into the pre-christmas atmosphere in town with concerts, music, church services, and christmas exhibitions.

Nuremberg Bratwurst - tradition for more than 700 years

Christkindlesmarkt, gingerbread and original Nuremberg Bratwurst have made this city world-famous. In the Franconian metropolis, everything revolves around sausage—and this for more than 700 years! Only as long as your finger, but simply irresistible – that’s an original Nuremberg Bratwurst.

A Symbol for Nuremberg: The Origin of the Christkind

The idea that the Christkind brings children their Christmas gifts goes back to the protestant reformer, Martin Luther (1483-1546). In Luther’s time, it was traditional to give children gifts on December 6th, St. Nicolas’s Day. To turn away from the Catholic veneration of saints and saint’s days, Luther laid gift-giving in his household on Christmas Eve.