Food festival20 November to 24 December 2026annual
Muenchner Christkindlmarkt ★ 4.6
Munich's Christkindlmarkt fills Marienplatz and the Rindermarkt from late November to Christmas Eve, with Gluehwein, punch and gingerbread under the town hall balcony.
Editor's tip. The Christkindltram runs a circuit with mulled wine and gingerbread aboard; the market closes at 14:00 on 24 December.
Know before you go
HoursMon-Sat 10:00-21:00, Sun 10:00-20:00, 24 Dec 10:00-14:00
Plan the days around it
Eat your way around Munich while you are in town
Muenchner Christkindlmarkt runs 20 November to 24 December. These are the food tours and tastings in Munich to book for the days around it; most cancel free up to 24 hours ahead.
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