Braunschweig Christmas Market
Around 140 stalls around St. Blasii Cathedral and Dankwarderode Castle – one of Lower Saxony's most beautiful Christmas markets with Mumme mulled wine and handicrafts
About Christmas Market Braunschweig
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Christmas between the Cathedral and the Castle
The Braunschweig Christmas Market boasts one of the most impressive backdrops a German Christmas market can offer: Framed by St. Blasii Cathedral, Dankwarderode Castle, and the famous 12th-century Braunschweig Lion, a historically festive ensemble is created over five weeks, uniquely combining tradition and atmosphere.
Around 140 Stalls
The market classically features everything that belongs to a large Northern German Christmas market: handicrafts from the Ore Mountains and the region (nutcrackers, candle arches, wooden nativity scenes, glass baubles), regional specialties, and diverse gastronomy.
Mumme Mulled Wine and Kale
A specialty: Mumme mulled wine, brewed with the typical Braunschweig Mumme. Accompanied by kale with Bregenwurst sausage, fried dough pastries, candied almonds, crêpes, Feuerzangenbowle (mulled wine with rum), and many other classics.
Free Children's and Cultural Program
Throughout the entire duration, free children's and cultural programs are offered on the market stage: children's choirs, brass ensembles, storytelling, craft activities, and performances by local initiatives.
Opening Hours and Closures
The market is open Mon–Sat 10 AM–9 PM, Sundays and public holidays 11 AM–9 PM. Closed on December 24th and 25th.
Christmas Market Braunschweig — edition 2026
Advent 2026 in Braunschweig
The 2026 edition starts on Wednesday, November 25th, and runs until Tuesday, December 29th, 2026. The unusually long operating window until after Christmas is a special feature of the Braunschweig Christmas Market – at most other locations, the market ends on December 23rd.
The market is closed only on Christmas Eve (Dec 24th) and Christmas Day (Dec 25th). From December 26th to 29th, the market remains open for the days between the years.
Programme Christmas Market Braunschweig 2026
Program Structure 2026
- Opening on Wednesday, November 25th, 2026
- Approx. 140 stalls around St. Blasii Cathedral and Dankwarderode Castle
- Mumme mulled wine as a Braunschweig specialty
- Kale with Bregenwurst sausage, fried dough pastries, candied almonds, crêpes, Feuerzangenbowle
- Handicrafts from the Ore Mountains and the region (candle arches, nutcrackers, glass baubles, nativity scenes)
- Free children's and cultural program on the market stage (choirs, brass bands, fairy tales, interactive activities)
- Sunday, November 29th: 1st Advent
- Sunday, December 6th: (St. Nicholas at the market)
- Closed December 24th and 25th
- December 26th–29th: Market open between the years
Highlights Christmas Market Braunschweig 2026
Prices Christmas Market Braunschweig 2026
Practical information — Christmas Market Braunschweig
Location
Burgplatz and Domplatz around St. Blasii Cathedral and Dankwarderode Castle, 38100 Braunschweig.
Getting There
By tram / bus to "Rathaus" or "Bohlweg". Approximately 15 minutes on foot from the main train station. Parking garages "Magni", "Schlossarkaden", and "Wallstraße" are in the immediate vicinity – often very busy on Advent weekends, public transport recommended.
Admission
Free admission to the market. Payment for food, drinks, and goods is made directly at the stalls.
Opening Hours
Mon–Sat 10 AM–9 PM, Sun and public holidays 11 AM–9 PM. Closed December 24th and 25th.
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