Aschaffenburg Christmas Market
Advent magic on the Schlossplatz in front of Johannisburg Castle
About Christmas Market Aschaffenburg
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Advent Magic at Johannisburg Castle
The Aschaffenburg Christmas Market is one of the most beautiful Christmas markets in Lower Franconia and the state of Bavaria. It takes place on the Schlossplatz, framed by the Stadthalle, City Library, the Kunsthalle Jesuitenkirche, and the mighty Johannisburg Castle. The evening illumination of the castle lends the market a particularly festive atmosphere.
Stalls and Culinary Delights
Around 60 stalls offer arts and crafts, food, and drinks. On the plates, you'll find bratwurst, roasted almonds, and winter specialties, along with mulled wine and non-alcoholic hot beverages. Drinks and food are served in reusable crockery.
Pyramid, Nativity Scene, and Rides
Highlights of the market are the traditional large wooden Christmas pyramid and a nativity scene in the Franconian style with life-sized wooden figures. For children, there is a carousel, a nostalgic Ferris wheel, and a small train.
Supporting Program
Daily, usually at 3:00 PM and 6:00 PM, local music groups perform – often brass ensembles and choirs. On December 5th, St. Nicholas visits, and on the first Saturday of Advent, the Lord Mayor officially opens the market. The Christmas market is organized by the Kongress- und Touristikbetriebe der Stadt Aschaffenburg.
Christmas Market Aschaffenburg — edition 2026
The Aschaffenburg Christmas Market 2026 traditionally opens on the Thursday before the first Advent weekend on the Schlossplatz and runs until the fourth Advent weekend. Around 60 stalls offer arts and crafts, mulled wine, and Franconian specialties.
Highlights include the large wooden Christmas pyramid and the nativity scene in the Franconian style with life-sized wooden figures. For children, there is a carousel, a nostalgic Ferris wheel, and a train. The supporting program includes daily performances by local music groups, a visit from St. Nicholas on December 5th, and the official opening by the Lord Mayor on the first Saturday of Advent.
Programme Christmas Market Aschaffenburg 2026
Daily
- 10:00 AM / 11:00 AM — Opening of the stall town on Schlossplatz
- approx. 3:00 PM and 6:00 PM — Performances by local music groups (brass ensembles, choirs)
- until 9:00 PM — Market closes
Special Dates
- First Saturday of Advent — Official opening by the Lord Mayor
- December 5 — St. Nicholas' visit
- Totensonntag (November 22) — Market closed
Attractions
- Large wooden Christmas pyramid
- Nativity scene in the Franconian style with life-sized wooden figures
- Children's carousel, nostalgic Ferris wheel, small train
Highlights Christmas Market Aschaffenburg 2026
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Practical information — Christmas Market Aschaffenburg
Getting There
Aschaffenburg is located on the Bavarian Lower Main River, easily accessible via the A3 motorway and by train (Aschaffenburg main station, ICE stop). From the station, it's a short walk or a brief bus ride to the Schlossplatz.
Admission and Opening Hours
Admission is free. Opening hours: Monday to Saturday 10:00 AM–9:00 PM, Sunday 11:00 AM–9:00 PM (closed on Totensonntag).
Contact
Kongress- und Touristikbetriebe der Stadt Aschaffenburg, Tel. +49 6021 395720.
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Where it takes place Christmas Market Aschaffenburg
Schlossplatz Aschaffenburg
Schlossplatz, 63739 Aschaffenburg