View of the festive backdrop of the Electoral Christmas Market in Schwetzingen at night. The white tents are festively decorated with shining stars. The palace is illuminated.

© Stadt Schwetzingen, Foto: Tobias Schwerdt

Calendar: Christmas Markets in Baden-Württemberg

Discover Southwest Germanys Festive Advent Spirit

Advent and Christmas Markets in Baden-Württemberg

From Castle Charm to Old Town Magic
Every year, numerous Christmas markets take place in SoutWest Germany from mid-November onwards. Locals and guests from all over the world enjoy mulled wine, gingerbread and all kinds of other culinary delights, buy small Christmas gifts for their loved ones and get into the Christmas spirit. Whether it’s atmospheric old towns, festively lit castle courtyards, or romantic Christmas markets in parks and gardens — Southwest Germany shows itself at its most beautiful during the Advent season. From the Kurpfalz through the Swabian Alb to Lake Constance, numerous Christmas markets invite you to stroll, savor, and linger. Look forward to regional handicrafts, winter specialties, and a unique atmosphere filled with sparkling lights and the scent of Christmas. Let yourself be inspired and discover the diversity of Christmas markets in Baden-Württemberg for unforgettable moments during the most wonderful time of the year.Check out when and where Christmas markets take place this year!

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Overview: Christmas Markets in Baden-Württemberg

Christmas Market Season in Southwest Germany

The Christmas market season in Baden-Württemberg is open: The first Christmas markets in the south open their doors at the end of November. Find your favourite market now!

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    Martinibazar an der Freien Waldorfschule Dachsberg
    Martinimarket of the Waldorf School
    Black Forest
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    Winterallerlei
    The Bläserjugend Oberwinden invites you to their Advent market in the Musikerschopf, behind the railway station in Oberwinden (Bahnhofstraße 13). The event will be accompanied by "Rejoice".
    Black Forest
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    Christmas Market Ulm
    Lovingly decorated stalls and pure Christmas spirit await on minster square close to the highest church tower in the world.
    Swabian Alb
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    Rastatt Christmas Market
    The Rastatt Christmas Market at market place will take place from 25th November to 23rd December 2024.
    Black Forest
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    CHRISTMAS GARDEN Mainau Island
    Discover the magical atmosphere in the Christmas Garden with family and friends. Enjoy a romantic stroll through magical worlds of light that create unforgettable moments.
    Lake Constance
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    Adventszauber - Sternenzauber, Lichterglanz und Kunsthandwerk
    Let yourself be enchanted by everything that makes the coming season so beautiful and special at the start of Advent. A full programme awaits you in Laufen on 22 and 23 November
    Black Forest
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    Wolfegger Advent Market
    On the third weekend of Advent, we cordially invite you to join us in Wolfegg to get into the Christmas spirit.
    Duznau
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    Waldshuter Weihnachtsmarkt
    Let yourself be enchanted by an atmospheric Christmas market against the backdrop of our historic old town.
    Black Forest
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    Weihnachtsmarkt am Steinmattensee
    This year, the Oberwinden sport fishermen are organising a Christmas market at Steinmattensee in Oberwinden together with the Biederbach fishermen's guild.
    Black Forest

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Magical Lights, Winter Charm, and Hidden Gems Await You!
SÜDENChristmas markets

Christmas Cookies from Baden-Württemberg

Delicious Recipes to Try Yourself
TasteDiscover regional products

A Regional Mulled Wine Recipe from Baden-Württemberg

Warm Drink for Cold Days
WineWine tasting

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