The festive season is just around the corner and Baden-Württemberg shines in a very special splendor. There are Christmas markets everywhere with lights, scents and a distinctive atmosphere.
Magical moments at the Stuttgart Christmas market
The Stuttgart Christmas market impresses with around 300 festively decorated stands. Here you can expect Christmas treats, handmade gifts and an atmosphere full of magic. The market attracts millions of visitors every year – and this year there is a very special highlight!
In addition to the classic stands, a diverse cultural program with free concerts awaits you. Choirs and music groups from the region spread a festive atmosphere. There are numerous attractions for the little ones: from a visit from Santa Claus to carousels and a petting zoo. But that’s not all: Discover what else the Christmas market has in store for you.
Christmas market in the Ravenna Gorge: A winter fairy tale in the Black Forest
The Christmas market transforms the Ravenna Gorge in the Black Forest into a wintry fairytale world. | Image: Philipp von Ditfurth/dpa (archive image)
Every year the Ravenna Gorge in the Black Forest is transformed into a winter fairy tale. Surrounded by snow-covered landscapes and a stone viaduct, an unforgettable Christmas market awaits visitors. Colorful lights, a train traveling through the gorge and regional delicacies create a Christmas atmosphere. In the lovingly decorated stalls you will find unique craftsmanship and regional specialties.
We have information about when the Christmas market is open and how to get there summarized here for you.
Heidelberg Christmas Market 2024: Festive experiences and more
The Christmas market in Heidelberg shines with lights. | Image: Ronald Wittek dpa/lsw (archive image)
The Christmas market in Heidelberg 2024 promises unforgettable moments. Stroll through the romantic alleys of the old town, browse the festively decorated stands and discover numerous gift ideas – that’s what awaits you this pre-Christmas season. The highlight is the ice rink on Karlsplatz with a view of Heidelberg Castle.
The Christmas spirit immediately captivates you. But what about opening times and parking options? The answer is here – and much more!
Freiburg’s Christmas markets: A feast for the senses
The Freiburg Christmas market attracts visitors during the contemplative Advent season. | Image: Mikhail Markovskiy
The contemplative season begins in Freiburg on November 21, 2024. The Christmas market in the city center attracts visitors with handicrafts, regional gifts and festive decorations. In addition to nativity figures, Christmas decorations and toys, culinary delights such as chestnuts, waffles, crepes and the popular “Lange Rote” await visitors. Mulled wine in many variations rounds off the experience.
The surrounding area also offers festive markets, including the Munzing Christmas market at Reinach Castle on December 14th and 15th – with music and Christmas flair. But that’s not all.
Last Triberg Christmas magic: A sparkling finale
The last Triberg Christmas magic in 2024 offers a sparkling finale. | Image: Roland Sprich (archive image)
During Advent, Triberg in the Black Forest shines with a million lights and attracts visitors from all over the southwest. The Triberg Christmas Magic, famous for its festive atmosphere, is offering a big spectacle this year with a Ferris wheel, music, fire show and fireworks. But the Christmas market will take place for the last time in 2024.
If you want to experience this experience again, you have to hurry. The countdown is running! But what can visitors expect in this farewell year?
A journey into the past: The Esslingen medieval and Christmas market
Every year the Esslingen medieval and Christmas market attracts numerous visitors. | Image: Jan Christopher Becke (archive image)
In the run-up to Christmas, Esslingen is transformed into a lively, medieval fairytale world. The Esslingen medieval and Christmas market attracts with over 180 stalls and 500 program items. Historical costumes, live nativity scenes, a nostalgic carousel and a glass workshop take visitors back in time.
Every day, jugglers, acrobats and musicians provide entertainment, while children learn craft skills in workshops. An experience for all the senses – and that’s just the beginning.
Christmas magic on Lake Constance: The market in Konstanz
The Konstanz Christmas market is a popular destination for thousands of visitors every year. | Image: Oliver Hanser
The Christmas market on Lake Constance once again attracts visitors with a unique atmosphere this year. Festively lit stalls around the band shell and along the lakeshore offer a mix of crafts, fine gifts and delicious treats. Konstanz focuses on sustainability and is introducing reusable tableware across the board – a step that is unique in Germany.
Special highlights: the historic carousel from 1897, the Christmas elf village for children and the festive Christmas tree tavern with mulled wine and a view of Lake Constance. The smell of mulled wine wafts through the rustic Füxle Bar while children experience the magic of Christmas in the play area. But what surprises does the market still have in store?
Between Lake Constance, the Black Forest and the High Rhine, numerous small and large markets await your visit. Let yourself be enchanted by the Christmas atmosphere – we will give you an overview of the Christmas markets, their opening times and how to get there.
