The most beautiful winter and Christmas markets in Munich
The scent of mandarins is in the air, the first cinnamon sticks are landing in the cups and the supermarket around the corner is stacked to the ceiling with speculoos and gingerbread. It's that time of year again, the most sparkling time of the year begins. The winter and Christmas markets open their doors to welcome visitors with warm mulled wine, delicious treats and creative gift ideas. Doesn't that sound tempting?
Now it's just a matter of choosing the right Christmas market, rounding up your friends and getting glowing! Don't worry, we have of course compiled a list of the best Christmas markets in Munich for you to keep track of. Including newer Christmas markets but also the classics that are worth a visit every year. The result is the ultimate winter and Christmas market guide, so you never miss a market. So you can enjoy the pre-Christmas season to the full. ✨
Pre-Christmas time also means the deepest gift ideas brainstorm. So that you can sip your mulled wine in peace and still deliver the best gifts under the tree, here is our 👉 Gift guide for Munich 🎁
THE CLASSICS
Münchner Christkindlmarkt
There's a lot going on in the city center: The Christkindlmarkt on Marienplatz attracts visitors with all kinds of delicacies and possibly one or two ideas for Christmas presents. And of course: mulled wine!
Schwabinger Weihnachtsmarkt
One of Munich's most famous Christmas markets is of course not to be missed this year. You can look forward to an enchanting program and great artists. It's sure to be magical!
Das Weihnachtsdorf
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Christkindlmarkt am Sendlinger Tor
The Sendlinger Tor is also getting Christmassy. Decorated with lights, the old gate radiates a very special flair. So head over there and let yourself be enchanted.
Tollwood Winterfestival 2024
Experience the perfect mix of Christmas market, magical performances, fire shows and ingenious artistry! Enjoy certified organic treats and be inspired at the "Market of Ideas". The New Year's Eve party is the grand finale! 😉
Die Münchner Feuerzangenbowle
What more could you wish for than to drink Feuerzangenbowle together with friends and acquaintances in icy temperatures? And then also in such a wintry and glorious ambience. Let yourself be seduced by the unique taste and the spectacular flame magic and keep evenings like these as wonderful memories.
Alpenwahn Weihnachtsmarkt
Ohhhh yes! It's getting Christmassy again in the middle of the city, right by the Vikutalienmarkt. So wrap up warm and off you go. With friends or family and a cup or two of mulled wine, it's a great place to be.
Wintermarkt Flughafen München
We no longer go to the airport just to travel to a distant country. No! From mid-November, you can look forward to a wintery, fun-filled entertainment program. Whether it's an ice skating rink, curling or simply drinking punch. There's something for everyone.
Weihnachtsmarkt am Chinesischen Turm
Immerse yourself in the festive anticipation and enjoy mulled wine, delicious specialties and festive music. The great atmosphere at the Chinese Tower will make your Christmas heart beat even faster. This Christmas market is definitely not to be missed.
THE LITTLE ONES
Haidhauser Weihnachtsmarkt
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Kleiner Weihnachtsmarkt am großen Tannenbaum
Small Christmas market with a big program! Home-baked stollen, fresh sausages from the grill and a community Secret Santa every Saturday. Get over there! 💜
Mondscheinexpress - Ein Winterfestival am Bahnwärter Thiel
All aboard, the moonlight express takes you straight towards a cozy feeling, warming mulled wine between your paws, handmade trinkets and twinkling fairy lights. Who's jetting along? ✨
Praterstrand Weihnachtsmarkt
Yeah, a cozy location for sipping mulled wine! Rounded off with street food and a wide variety of Christmas parties, it sounds like a well-rounded experience that you shouldn't miss out on.
Winterrausch im Hexenhaus
The Hexenhäusl invites you again to an extraordinary Christmas market. Guaranteed free of "Last Christmas", but with the coziest atmosphere!
Zauberhafter Schmankerlmarkt
For a few years now, the Werksviertel has also been a hive of activity at Christmas time. No wonder, the delicacies market attracts visitors with delicious treats, great gift ideas and various hands-on activities. Also special: the ice skating rink in the middle of Knödelplatz. Anyone who wants to can whizz across the ice and try their hand at pirouettes.
Resi am Markt x Winterzauber Viktualienmarkt Weihnachtsmarkt
Feasting at the Viktualienmarkt is one of the basic skills of all Munich residents. However, you shouldn't miss out on the winter magic at the Viktualienmarkt. Because Christmas delicacies are usually twice as good to enjoy.
Christkindlmarkt
Blutenburger Weihnacht
On the 2nd weekend of Advent, you have the opportunity to see Blutenburg Castle in its Christmas splendor. A magical Christmas market is also being held there this year. It doesn't get much more enchanted than this - after all, we're talking about a castle here!
Der schwedische Adventsmarkt
In Ramersdorf it will be Swedish and Christmassy at the same time. You have the chance to bag typical Swedish handicrafts, jewelry or various other things for your loved ones in a wintery atmosphere. Let's go!
Weihnachtsmarkt am Mangfallplatz
There is also a Christmas market at Mangfallplatz this year. Naturally with everything that goes with it: mulled wine, hot chestnuts and Feuerzangenbowle.
Harlachinger Adventsmarkt
Take the opportunity to visit the Harlachinger Advent market with its cozy atmosphere on the first weekend of Advent. Traditional huts, a good atmosphere and lots of live music await you. Doesn't that sound fantastic?
Haderner Weihnachtsmarkt
In Hadern, you also have the chance to get into the Christmas spirit on the first weekend of Advent. As you would expect, there will be mulled wine, sweet delicacies and much more.
Christkindlmarkt unterm Maibaum
In 2024, you can still sip mulled wine and snack on sweet delicacies in a wintry atmosphere. It's especially cozy under the maypole. ✨
THE SPECIALS
Märchenbazar im Olympiapark-Süd
The most wonderful time of the year is just around the corner. Not in the Christmas spirit yet? No problem! Because the fairytale bazaar is simply enchanting. So head there and stroll through this magical atmosphere with mulled wine or punch. Instead of Christmas kitsch, there are circus tents, lots of live music and delicious food: The Märchenbazar is perfect for anyone who likes things a little more alternative.
Mittelalterlicher Wintermarkt
Tired of the typical Christmas kitsch? Then try something new and take a stroll through the medieval market. Discover a whole new world and immerse yourself in the past.
Münchner Kripperlmarkt
The largest nativity scene market in Germany takes place in Munich. You have to take advantage of this and stop by. Whether you're looking for figurines yourself or just want to view the works of art on site. The nativity scene market is definitely worth a visit.
Die Sternenflotte - Weihnachtsmarkt
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Pink Christmas 2023
It's getting pink again this year on Stephansplatz. The queer Christmas market is back with all its colorful specialties. Every Sunday, for example, exciting events take place on the show stage. But you'll have to find out for yourself what else you can experience there. Let's go there!
Mercado Navideño - Villa Flora, München
Do you like it colorful? Then stop by the Latin American winter market. You will be offered a fantastic entertainment program. DJs and various forms of music, stalls where you can discover great things and there are also one or two surprises for the little guests. But: keep your wits about you, the market only runs for one weekend.
So, are you in the Christmas spirit by now? There's bound to be one of the markets mentioned above that suits you. So let's go there! Want to know which other markets are taking place in Munich? Then take a look at our website or our app - there you'll find all the markets with opening times, locations and the latest information at a glance. 🎅🎄
Frequently asked questions about Christmas markets 2024 in Munich:
1. which Christmas markets are there in Munich 2024?
Munich offers numerous, atmospheric Christmas markets that attract many visitors every year. Here is a selection of the most popular:.
- Christkindlmarkt: Der Klassiker, traditionell und direkt am Marienplatz zu finden
- Schwabinger Weihnachtsmarkt an der Münchener Freiheit: funkelnde Lichter, für romantische und charmante Stimmung
- Märchenbazar im Olympiapark: zauberhafter Flair und außergewöhnliche Geschenke
These Christmas markets in Munich offer unique experiences and many opportunities to discover regional products and specialties.
2. which Christmas markets in Munich are particularly recommended?
Munich offers a variety of impressive Christmas markets, including the traditional Christkindlmarkt on Marienplatz, the romantic Winterzauber in the Residenz-Hof and the alternative Märchenbazar in the Olympiapark. For a unique atmosphere, the Christmas market on Praterinsel with street food and organic mulled wine is well worth a visit. These markets combine tradition with modern highlights and attract visitors of all ages.
3. when will the Christmas markets in Munich start in 2024?
Most Christmas markets in Munich open their doors at the end of November, such as the Christkindlmarkt on Marienplatz (November 27) and the Märchenbazar (end of November until shortly before Christmas). The exact start may vary depending on the market, so it's worth taking a look at our article for information on location and opening times.
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