Munich's Christmas Markets
Munich’s Christmas markets are an unmissable way to experience Bavarian tradition and Germany’s festive season. Here’s a quick guide to the highlights:
1. Münchner Christkindlmarkt (Marienplatz)
Dates: 24 November – 24 December 2025
Opening Hours: Mon – Sat 10:00 – 21:00; Sun 10:00 – 20:00; 24 Dec 10:00 – 14:00
Location: Marienplatz & Neuhauser Strasse (Old Town)
Highlights:
Munich’s oldest and most famous Christmas market, dating back to the 14th century. A massive tree lights up the square in front of the Town Hall, with carols sung from the balcony and hundreds of traditional stalls selling ornaments, crafts, and mulled wine.
2. Weihnachtsdorf im Kaiserhof der Residenz (Christmas Village)
Dates: 17 November – 22 December 2025
Opening Hours: Daily 11:00 – 21:00
Location: Kaiserhof Courtyard, Munich Residenz (near Odeonsplatz)
Highlights:
A charming market inside the Residenz palace courtyard. Wooden huts, artisan gifts, Bavarian delicacies, and an Alpine “village” atmosphere; smaller and more intimate than Marienplatz.
3. Münchner Adventsspektakel & Mittelalterlicher Weihnachtsmarkt (Medieval Market)
Dates: 24 November – 23 December 2025
Opening Hours: Daily 11:00 – 21:00
Location: Wittelsbacherplatz (Brienner Strasse 6 – 10)
Highlights:
Step back in time at Munich’s medieval Christmas market. Merchants and musicians in costume, open fires, mead, roasted meats, and historical crafts create an unforgettable experience.
4. Weihnachtsmarkt am Sendlinger Tor
Dates: 24 November – 22 December 2025
Opening Hours: Daily 10:30 – 21:00
Location: Sendlinger Tor Platz
Highlights:
A smaller, more peaceful market by the old city gate; great for browsing handmade gifts and enjoying a quieter atmosphere away from the main crowds.
5. Pink Christmas (LGBTQ+ Market)
Dates: 24 November – 23 December 2025
Opening Hours: Mon – Fri 16:00 – 22:00; Sat/Sun 14:00 – 22:00
Location: Stephansplatz, Glockenbachviertel (south of Sendlinger Tor)
Highlights:
Munich’s inclusive and colorful Christmas market hosted by the LGBTQ+ community. Expect pink lights, drag shows, DJs, and a warm, joyful vibe.
6. Weihnachtsmarkt am Chinesischen Turm (Chinese Tower Market)
Dates: 20 November – 22 December 2025
Opening Hours: Mon- Fri 11:30 – 20:30; Sat/Sun 11:00 – 20:30
Location: Englischer Garten (around the Chinese Tower)
Highlights:
A beautiful outdoor market in Munich’s famous park. Rustic Bavarian food, mulled wine, and a horse-drawn carriage make this one of the most scenic festive spots in the city.
7. Schwabinger Weihnachtsmarkt (Münchner Freiheit)
Dates: 28 November – 24 December 2025
Opening Hours: Mon – Fri 12:00 – 20:30; Sat/Sun 11:00 – 20:30
Location: Münchner Freiheit Platz, Schwabing
Highlights:
Munich’s artist and designer market with handmade art, ceramics, and jewelry. A bohemian atmosphere with live music and local creatives.
8. Weihnachtsmarkt am Sternenplatzl (Rindermarkt)
Dates: 24 November – 24 December 2025
Opening Hours: 10:00 – 21:00
Location: Rindermarkt, near Marienplatz
Highlights:
A smaller market close to Marienplatz featuring nativity scenes, artisan food, and a relaxed atmosphere — great for a quieter break from the crowds.
9. Tollwood Winter Festival (Theresienwiese)
Dates: 22 November – 31 December 2025
Opening Hours: Daily 14:00 – 23:30 (closes earlier on 24 Dec)
Location: Theresienwiese (Oktoberfest location)
Highlights:
Munich’s alternative and eco-friendly Christmas festival with world music, international cuisine, art installations, and New Year’s Eve celebrations.
10. Haidhausen Christmas Market (Weißenburger Platz)
Dates: 25 November – 24 December 2025
Opening Hours: Mon – Fri 16:00 – 21:00; Sat/Sun 11:00 – 21:00
Location: Weißenburger Platz (near Ostbahnhof)
Highlights:
A charming neighbourhood market known for its local feel, children’s programs, and festive choirs. A cozy alternative to the city center bustle.
11. Münchner Eiszauber (Ice Skating at Stachus / Karlsplatz)
Dates: 21 November 2025 – 11 January 2026
Opening Hours: Daily 10:30 – 22:00 (shorter on 24 & 31 Dec)
Location: Karlsplatz (Stachus), Munich city center
Entry Fees: Adults €7 – €12; Children €5 – €10 (depending on time block)
Skate Rental: €8 per pair; Helmet €3
Highlights:
A 750 m² open-air ice rink in the heart of Munich surrounded by lights, music, and food stalls. Evening sessions feature DJs and themed events like “Tracht on Ice.”
The Panorama Alm terrace offers Glühwein and city views, an ideal stop after visiting the nearby Christmas markets.
Munich’s Christmas markets are an unmissable way to experience Bavarian tradition and Germany’s festive season. Here’s a quick guide to the highlights:
1. Münchner Christkindlmarkt (Marienplatz)
Dates: 24 November – 24 December 2025
Opening Hours: Mon – Sat 10:00 – 21:00; Sun 10:00 – 20:00; 24 Dec 10:00 – 14:00
Location: Marienplatz & Neuhauser Strasse (Old Town)
Highlights:
Munich’s oldest and most famous Christmas market, dating back to the 14th century. A massive tree lights up the square in front of the Town Hall, with carols sung from the balcony and hundreds of traditional stalls selling ornaments, crafts, and mulled wine.
2. Weihnachtsdorf im Kaiserhof der Residenz (Christmas Village)
Dates: 17 November – 22 December 2025
Opening Hours: Daily 11:00 – 21:00
Location: Kaiserhof Courtyard, Munich Residenz (near Odeonsplatz)
Highlights:
A charming market inside the Residenz palace courtyard. Wooden huts, artisan gifts, Bavarian delicacies, and an Alpine “village” atmosphere; smaller and more intimate than Marienplatz.
3. Münchner Adventsspektakel & Mittelalterlicher Weihnachtsmarkt (Medieval Market)
Dates: 24 November – 23 December 2025
Opening Hours: Daily 11:00 – 21:00
Location: Wittelsbacherplatz (Brienner Strasse 6 – 10)
Highlights:
Step back in time at Munich’s medieval Christmas market. Merchants and musicians in costume, open fires, mead, roasted meats, and historical crafts create an unforgettable experience.
4. Weihnachtsmarkt am Sendlinger Tor
Dates: 24 November – 22 December 2025
Opening Hours: Daily 10:30 – 21:00
Location: Sendlinger Tor Platz
Highlights:
A smaller, more peaceful market by the old city gate; great for browsing handmade gifts and enjoying a quieter atmosphere away from the main crowds.
5. Pink Christmas (LGBTQ+ Market)
Dates: 24 November – 23 December 2025
Opening Hours: Mon – Fri 16:00 – 22:00; Sat/Sun 14:00 – 22:00
Location: Stephansplatz, Glockenbachviertel (south of Sendlinger Tor)
Highlights:
Munich’s inclusive and colorful Christmas market hosted by the LGBTQ+ community. Expect pink lights, drag shows, DJs, and a warm, joyful vibe.
6. Weihnachtsmarkt am Chinesischen Turm (Chinese Tower Market)
Dates: 20 November – 22 December 2025
Opening Hours: Mon- Fri 11:30 – 20:30; Sat/Sun 11:00 – 20:30
Location: Englischer Garten (around the Chinese Tower)
Highlights:
A beautiful outdoor market in Munich’s famous park. Rustic Bavarian food, mulled wine, and a horse-drawn carriage make this one of the most scenic festive spots in the city.
7. Schwabinger Weihnachtsmarkt (Münchner Freiheit)
Dates: 28 November – 24 December 2025
Opening Hours: Mon – Fri 12:00 – 20:30; Sat/Sun 11:00 – 20:30
Location: Münchner Freiheit Platz, Schwabing
Highlights:
Munich’s artist and designer market with handmade art, ceramics, and jewelry. A bohemian atmosphere with live music and local creatives.
8. Weihnachtsmarkt am Sternenplatzl (Rindermarkt)
Dates: 24 November – 24 December 2025
Opening Hours: 10:00 – 21:00
Location: Rindermarkt, near Marienplatz
Highlights:
A smaller market close to Marienplatz featuring nativity scenes, artisan food, and a relaxed atmosphere — great for a quieter break from the crowds.
9. Tollwood Winter Festival (Theresienwiese)
Dates: 22 November – 31 December 2025
Opening Hours: Daily 14:00 – 23:30 (closes earlier on 24 Dec)
Location: Theresienwiese (Oktoberfest location)
Highlights:
Munich’s alternative and eco-friendly Christmas festival with world music, international cuisine, art installations, and New Year’s Eve celebrations.
10. Haidhausen Christmas Market (Weißenburger Platz)
Dates: 25 November – 24 December 2025
Opening Hours: Mon – Fri 16:00 – 21:00; Sat/Sun 11:00 – 21:00
Location: Weißenburger Platz (near Ostbahnhof)
Highlights:
A charming neighbourhood market known for its local feel, children’s programs, and festive choirs. A cozy alternative to the city center bustle.
11. Münchner Eiszauber (Ice Skating at Stachus / Karlsplatz)
Dates: 21 November 2025 – 11 January 2026
Opening Hours: Daily 10:30 – 22:00 (shorter on 24 & 31 Dec)
Location: Karlsplatz (Stachus), Munich city center
Entry Fees: Adults €7 – €12; Children €5 – €10 (depending on time block)
Skate Rental: €8 per pair; Helmet €3
Highlights:
A 750 m² open-air ice rink in the heart of Munich surrounded by lights, music, and food stalls. Evening sessions feature DJs and themed events like “Tracht on Ice.”
The Panorama Alm terrace offers Glühwein and city views, an ideal stop after visiting the nearby Christmas markets.
