Nuremberg's Christkindlesmarkt on the Hauptmarkt runs from 27 November to 24 December 2026, with a children's market on Hans-Sachs-Platz and a Ferris-wheel winter village at Jakobsplatz nearby. 4 Christmas markets in Nuremberg in our guide this season. WinterDorf with Ferris wheel (Winterdorf am Jakobsplatz) opens first, on Nov 12, and closes last, on Jan 9. 1 of them is free to enter.
- 4 markets
- First opens Nov 12
- Last closes Jan 9
- 1 free to enter
12 Nov to 9 Jan
WinterDorf with Ferris wheel (Winterdorf am Jakobsplatz)
A winter village on Jakobsplatz with a 38 metre Ferris wheel in enclosed gondolas, winemaker mulled wine, Tucher beer and Franconian wines; entry is free.
| When | 12 Nov to 9 Jan |
|---|---|
| Where | Jakobsplatz |
| Opening hours | Open daily 11:00 to 21:00, and until 22:00 on Fridays and Saturdays. |
| Entry | Entry to the winter village is free. |
| Getting there | The nearest underground station is Weißer Turm. |
| Eat and drink | Winemaker mulled wines, homemade egg punch, Tucher beer on tap, Franconian wines |
27 Nov to 30 Dec
Children's Christmas Market (Kinderweihnacht)
A children's market on Hans-Sachs-Platz beside the Christkindlesmarkt, with a nostalgic carousel, a steam railway and hands-on craft and baking stalls.
| When | 27 Nov to 30 Dec |
|---|---|
| Where | Hans-Sachs-Platz |
27 Nov to 23 Dec
Market of the Sister Cities (Markt der Partnerstädte)
Stalls from Nuremberg's twin cities on the Rathausplatz selling handmade decorations and specialties, with the proceeds going to charities in those cities.
| When | 27 Nov to 23 Dec |
|---|---|
| Where | Rathausplatz |
27 Nov to 24 Dec
Nuremberg Christkindlesmarkt
The main Christmas market on the Hauptmarkt, with stalls selling handmade decorations, gingerbread and the town's grilled Rostbratwurst sausages.
| When | 27 Nov to 24 Dec |
|---|---|
| Where | Hauptmarkt |
| Opening hours | Open daily 10:00 to 21:00, and until 22:00 on opening day, 27 November. |
| Getting there | On Advent weekends the organiser recommends leaving the car at a signposted Park+Ride site and taking public transport into the centre. |
| Eat and drink | Nuremberg gingerbread (Lebkuchen), Nuremberg Rostbratwurst |
Getting to Nuremberg
The city of Nuremberg gives the rail journey from Munich as about one hour.
Nearest city in our guide: Munich, with its food festivals and where to eat.
Christmas market tours and tickets in Munich
Guided market walks, Christmas light tours and festive tickets, bookable through our partners.
Nuremberg Christmas markets 2026: dates and hours
Every market at a glance: opening and closing days, hours and entry, as each organiser states them.
| Market | Opens | Closes | Hours | Entry |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| WinterDorf with Ferris wheel (Winterdorf am Jakobsplatz) | Nov 12 | Jan 9 | Open daily 11:00 to 21:00, and until 22:00 on Fridays and Saturdays. | Entry to the winter village is free. |
| Children's Christmas Market (Kinderweihnacht) | Nov 27 | Dec 30 | ||
| Market of the Sister Cities (Markt der Partnerstädte) | Nov 27 | Dec 23 | ||
| Nuremberg Christkindlesmarkt | Nov 27 | Dec 24 | Open daily 10:00 to 21:00, and until 22:00 on opening day, 27 November. |