At the end of November, when it's getting colder outside and it's getting dark early, almost every city is enticed by Advent and Christmas markets with their glittering lights. Unfortunately, contemplation suffers a little on the well-known, large markets due to the large number of visitors. The situation is completely different at the smaller Christmas markets, which score with a romantic atmosphere and a cozy ambience.

The Dresden Christmas market is popular throughout Germany

Christmas market in the Ravenna Gorge (Upper Black Forest)

This very atmospheric market is taking place for the seventh time this year. Under the festively lit viaduct, around 50 traders offer handicrafts as well as savory and sweet specialties from the Black Forest.

opening hours entrance fee
On all 4 Advent weekends. Friday from 3 p.m. to 9 p.m., Saturday from 2 p.m. to 9 p.m., Sunday from 1 p.m. to 8 p.m. Children free, adults 3.50 EUR on Fridays, 4.50 EUR on Saturdays and Sundays

Advent market in Fussen

Against the backdrop of Neuschwanstein Castle and Hohenschwangau Castle, the Füssen Advent market opens its doors on the second and third weekend of Advent. In the picturesque inner courtyard of the atmospherically illuminated St. Mang Monastery, you can stroll through the multitude of stalls. Here you can buy small gifts and Christmas decorations, taste various delicacies or enjoy a warming mulled wine.

Opening times 2nd Advent weekend Opening times 3rd Advent weekend
Friday 5 p.m. to 8 p.m., Saturday 11 a.m. to 8 p.m., Sunday 11 a.m. to 7 p.m Friday 2 p.m. to 8 p.m., Saturday 11 a.m. to 8 p.m., Sunday 11 a.m. to 7 p.m

Admission is free.

Romantic Christmas market anno 1900 Dresden

The traders of this very atmospheric Christmas market have tailored their offers to the period between 1800 and 1920. Dressed in the garb of this era, they exclusively offer traditional goods. The market focuses on idyll and cosiness and ensures that you can relax in the historical setting from the unfortunately often hectic pre-Christmas period.

The Christmas market takes place continuously from 30.11 to 23.12. and is open daily from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. Admission is free.

Winter market Carolinensiel

The museum harbor of the small North Sea village forms the romantic backdrop for this Christmas market. Highlights are the floating Christmas tree and the many stalls that are set up along the Harle to the sea. In addition to regional specialties or a stiff grog, you will find tasteful handicrafts and lots of little things that make wonderful gifts. The market opens on November 23rd and is also open over the holidays until January 3rd, 2022-2023.

The opening times

opening hours time
Thursday and Friday 3 p.m. to 8 p.m
Saturdays and Sundays 12pm - 8pm
Monday, 12/23 12pm - 8pm
December 24, Christmas Eve 12 p.m. to 4 p.m
25.12. - 03.01., daily 12pm - 8pm
29.12., Friesengeistmeile (approx. 6:30 p.m.) 12pm - 9pm
31.12. New Year's Eve 10am - 4pm

Admission is free.

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You can find the opening hours of smaller Christmas markets in your area in the regional newspaper or on the Internet. The visit is worthwhile, because it is precisely on these markets that you will often find handmade and lovingly made handicrafts that are wonderfully suitable as a gift or with which you can spoil yourself.

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