Christmas Markets

At Christmas time, the Upper Rhine Valley comes alive with the spirit of the season. The region, which extends across Germany, France and Switzerland, is home to countless Christmas markets that offer something special for everyone.

Starting in late November, Christmas markets dot the landscape of the Upper Rhine Valley region. A beloved tradition across Europe, Christmas markets set off the holiday season by drawing vendors and visitors to the lighted streets and decorated squares of the continent’s most enchanting cities.

Why not try a cup of warm mulled wine, a gingerbread treat or one of the region’s other culinary delights? How about some last-minute Christmas shopping at an artisan boutique or crafts stand?

Experience all the Upper Rhine Valley has to offer through a mix of entertainment, cultural events and seasonal offerings suitable for the young and the young at heart


Rhodter Advent

This village offers a charming holiday atmosphere.  Continue reading


Kunsthandwerklicher Thomas-Nast-Nikolausmarkt

The Thomas Nast Nicholas Market is an arts and crafts fair known far beyond the borders of the region.  Continue reading


Historical Christmas Market Rheinzabern

The historical Christmas market in Rheinzabern,  Continue reading


Bruchsal Christmas Market

Visit our Christmas market in Bruchsal  Continue reading


Christkindelmarkt Kandel

The traditional Christmas market in Kandel is set up around the church of St. George  Continue reading


Wissembourg Christmas Market

30 chalets offering local products and traditional handicrafts draw visitors  Continue reading


Christmas City Karlsruhe

More than 100 decorated booths on the Marktplatz and Friedrichsplatz  Continue reading


Medieval Christmas Market Karlsruhe-Durlach

Campfire, candle light, jugglers, blacksmiths and a hog roast  Continue reading


Rastatt Christmas Market

Framed by the church and the city hall, the Christmas market invites its visitors  Continue reading


Haguenau Christmas Market

Immersed in a festive atmosphere enhanced by the aromas of traditional foods,  Continue reading


Baden-Baden Christmas Market

One of the most charming Christmas markets in Europe awaits you  Continue reading


Strasbourg, Capital of Christmas

Strasbourg Christmas Market is the oldest in France and one of the oldest in Europe!  Continue reading


Gengenbach Advent Market

Take a stroll through the magnificently decorated historic city center.  Continue reading


Ribeauvillé Medieval Christmas Market

At Christmas time, Ribeauvillé spangles with magic and plunges the visitors into the medieval time through its medieval market  Continue reading


The Magic of Christmas in Colmar

Nestled in the heart of historic Colmar, these five traditional Christmas markets are truly magical.  Continue reading


Freiburg Christmas Market

Visit the historic city center for one of the most popular Christmas markets in the south of Germany.  Continue reading


Christmas Market in the Ravenna Gorge

The first and only Christmas market located in a gorge,  Continue reading


Christmas in the Garden: The Snow Queen

Between dream and magic, the Wesserling gardens invite you for an enchanting stroll through the lighted gardens  Continue reading


Ecomusée d‘Alsace, it‘s really Christmas

Experience an authentic Alsatian Christmas!  Continue reading


Les Etoffes de Noël, Mulhouse

The enchanting Christmas market in Mulhouse brings the city to life.  Continue reading


Lörrach Christmas Market

Wonderful handicrafts, toys, jewelry and gifts await you at the beautifully decorated stands of this Christmas market.  Continue reading


Basel Christmas Market

In the heart of the city center adorning the historical Old Town district,  Continue reading


Liestal Christmas Market

Located in the medieval town, this beautiful Christmas Market offers a wide variety of market stands.  Continue reading


St. Ursanne Christmas Market

The St. Ursanne Christmas Market is held each year on the first weekend in December.  Continue reading