Besigheim Christmas Market with Arts and Crafts Market
Second Advent weekend in one of Baden-Württemberg's most beautiful old towns
About Besigheim Christmas Market
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Advent Market in the Historic Old Town
Besigheim, nestled between the Enz and Neckar rivers, is considered one of Baden-Württemberg's most beautiful half-timbered old towns — the narrow Kirchstraße, the market square with the town hall and Schochenturm, as well as the Kelterplatz, form a perfect backdrop for the traditional Christmas market on the second Advent weekend. On Saturday, December 5th, and Sunday, December 6th, 2026, the Besigheim Christmas Market with its arts and crafts market will open its stalls — confirmed in the official event calendar 3b-tourismus.de of the tourism association Besigheim, Bietigheim-Bissingen, and Bönnigheim.
Arts and Crafts in Focus
Unlike the mega Christmas markets of large cities, Besigheim emphasizes arts and crafts and handmade items: potters, woodcarvers, leather goods, felt art, jewelry design, and textile work dominate the offerings. The medieval architecture of the old town — half-timbered houses, narrow alleys, towers — enhances the festive atmosphere. Mulled wine, punch, bratwurst, tarte flambée, and Swabian classics are served at the food stalls; local clubs and restaurateurs cater together.
"Christbaumloben" and Food Stalls
In parallel with the Christmas market, the "Christbaumloben mit Weihnachtsbaumverkauf und Glühwein" (Christmas tree praising with Christmas tree sales and mulled wine) takes place on the same weekend — a Swabian tradition where families buy their Christmas tree on-site and immediately toast it with mulled wine. Musical performances by Besigheim clubs, concerts in the town church, and choir performances accompany the weekend.
Besigheim and the Lower Enz Valley
Besigheim is located in the Ludwigsburg district in northern Baden-Württemberg, at the confluence of the Enz and Neckar rivers. With around 12,800 inhabitants, Besigheim is a small but extremely noteworthy town — its intact medieval town layout is one of the region's top attractions. The town is located on the Swabian Wine Route and is part of the Württemberg wine-growing region. Besides the Besigheim Wine Festival in September, the Christmas market is the biggest event in the town's calendar.
Besigheim Christmas Market — edition 2026
Advent Market Weekend December 5–6, 2026
On the second Advent weekend, the historic old town of Besigheim opens for the traditional Christmas market. The stalls extend from Kirchstraße across the market square and Aipertumstraße to Kelterplatz — all four squares and alleys together form a closed market area within the intact medieval town layout.
The focus is on handmade products by regional artisans. Mulled wine, punch, and Swabian culinary classics provide the food and drink. In parallel, the traditional "Christbaumloben mit Weihnachtsbaumverkauf und Glühwein" takes place on the market square — a Swabian tradition where freshly bought Christmas trees are celebrated with mulled wine.
Programme Besigheim Christmas Market 2026
Saturday, December 5, 2026
- Opening of the Christmas Market with Arts and Crafts Market
- Exhibitors on Kirchstraße, Marktplatz, Aipertumstraße, Kelterplatz
- "Christbaumloben" with Christmas tree sales and mulled wine
- Musical contributions from local clubs and choirs
- Evening program with live music and Advent concerts
Sunday, December 6, 2026 — St. Nicholas Day
- Continuation of the Christmas Market and Arts and Crafts
- St. Nicholas appearance for the children
- Advent concert in the town church
- Festive conclusion in the late afternoon
Full program and opening hours at 3b-tourismus.de and mein-besigheim.de.
Highlights Besigheim Christmas Market 2026
- Second Advent weekend in the medieval old town
- Focus on arts and crafts — potters, carvers, felt, jewelry
- In parallel: "Christbaumloben" with Christmas tree sales
- St. Nicholas Day (Dec 6th) including St. Nicholas appearance
- Locations: Kirchstraße, Markt-, Kelter-, Aipertumplatz
Prices Besigheim Christmas Market 2026
Free admission. Mulled wine, punch, food, and arts and crafts at usual Christmas market prices. Christmas trees for sale at the wine stalls on the market square.
Practical information — Besigheim Christmas Market
Getting There
Besigheim is located on the B 27 federal road and the A 81 motorway (exit Mundelsheim or Pleidelsheim). By train, the nearest station is Besigheim, right on the outskirts of town — from there, it's a 5-minute walk to the old town. Parking is available in the Bügelestor and Burgstraße parking garages.
Opening Hours 2026
Saturday, December 5th, 2026, and Sunday, December 6th, 2026 — second Advent weekend. Exact opening hours will be published in advance on 3b-tourismus.de and mein-besigheim.de.
Admission
Free admission to the entire market. Mulled wine, punch, food, and arts and crafts are available at usual market prices at the stalls.
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Where it takes place Besigheim Christmas Market
Historische Altstadt Besigheim · Kirchstraße · Marktplatz · Kelterplatz · Aipertumstraße
Altstadt Besigheim · Kirchstraße · Marktplatz · Kelterplatz, 74354 Besigheim