54th Golden Pforzheim Christmas Market
Angel pyramid, golden Ferris wheel, and 50 stalls in Germany's Gold City
About Golden Pforzheim Christmas Market
Travel to this festival
Reserva tu tren o autobús para llegar a Golden Pforzheim Christmas Market al mejor precio.
Sponsored link
Gold City in Advent Light
When the fairy lights are switched on in Pforzheim's pedestrian zone at the end of November, a tradition begins that has been an integral part of the Baden Advent calendar since 1972. The Golden Pforzheim Christmas Market will celebrate its 54th edition in 2026. It has carried the 'golden' suffix since 2006 — a tribute to Pforzheim's jewelry and watch industry, which has given the city in the Enzkreis district its nickname since 1767.
The Golden Angel Pyramid
The market's landmark is the Golden Angel Pyramid on the market square — one of Germany's largest mulled wine pyramids. From the lower level, the pyramid team serves hot mulled wine, punch, and non-alcoholic hot drinks, while above, the artfully painted angels rotate around the central axis. In the evenings, the pyramid becomes a meeting point where people from Pforzheim and the entire Enzkreis district arrange to meet.
Golden Ferris Wheel and Carousels
- Golden Ferris wheel with a view over the city center
- Two children's carousels (one restored from the 1950s)
- Around 50 stalls and booths with arts and crafts and culinary delights
Jewelry, Furs, and Baden Culinary Delights
Pforzheim is known for its jewelry industry — and so the market features several booths with works by local goldsmiths. In addition, you'll find wool, fur, and leather goods, honey from the northern Black Forest, and Advent candles from the region. The culinary offerings are typically Baden: Schupfnudeln with sauerkraut, Maultaschen, potato pancakes, bratwurst from a charcoal grill — accompanied by Baden mulled wine, punch, and hot apple cider.
A Market in the Heart of the Enzkreis
The Pforzheim market is located in the middle of the city's pedestrian zone and can be reached by S-Bahn from the main train stations of Karlsruhe, Stuttgart, and Mannheim in 30 to 60 minutes. With the Gold City tradition behind it and the Black Forest at its doorstep, Pforzheim is a worthwhile destination for a day of Advent in Baden-Württemberg.
Golden Pforzheim Christmas Market — edition 2026
The 54th Golden Pforzheim Christmas Market will take place from November 23 to December 22, 2026. The organizer is the market administration of the City of Pforzheim. Approximately 50 stalls and booths will be set up on the market square and in the adjacent pedestrian zone. The landmark is the Golden Angel Pyramid, one of Germany's largest mulled wine pyramids, complemented by the golden Ferris wheel and two children's carousels.
The range of goods extends from gold jewelry from Pforzheim workshops to wool, fur, and leather goods, as well as regional culinary specialties. Mulled wine, Baden punch, Schupfnudeln with sauerkraut, potato pancakes, and bratwurst are the culinary constants. Changing stage programs, performances by local choirs, kindergartens, and music associations complement the market offerings.
Programme Golden Pforzheim Christmas Market 2026
Program Highlights 2026
- Sunday, November 23 — Official opening with the Lord Mayor, cutting of the pyramid mulled wine
- Advent Weekends — Performances by local choirs and music associations on the market square stage
- St. Nicholas Day, December 6 — Visit from St. Nicholas, free carousel rides for children
- Golden Angel Pyramid — Mulled wine service, punch, children's punch on the ground floor
- Golden Ferris Wheel — Open daily, panoramic view over the city center
- December 22 — Last market day, dismantling on the morning of December 23
Locations
- Market Square — Main stage, Angel Pyramid, Ferris wheel
- Pedestrian Zone Westliche / Östliche Karl-Friedrich-Straße — Stalls and booths
- Rathausplatz — Secondary stage program
Highlights Golden Pforzheim Christmas Market 2026
Prices Golden Pforzheim Christmas Market 2026
Practical information — Golden Pforzheim Christmas Market
Getting There
Market square and pedestrian zone, 75172 Pforzheim. Take the S-Bahn S5 from Karlsruhe (25 min.) or S6 from Stuttgart (45 min.) directly to Pforzheim Hbf, then a 10-minute walk.
Opening Hours
Daily from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. Christmas Eve hours are shorter. Some stalls open only in the late afternoon.
Admission
Free.
Tip
Combine your visit with a guided tour of the Pforzheim Jewelry Museum — the only one of its kind in the world, located right around the corner in the Gold City.
Festival-goer photos
No photos yet. Share yours!
Share your photos
Max. 5 photos, 5 MB per photo (JPG, PNG, WebP)
Spotted an error or missing information?
Help us keep this listing up to date. Each suggestion is reviewed by our team before being published.
Festival-goer reviews
No rating yet — be the first!
No comments yet. Be the first!
Were you there?
Share your experience with the community.
Travel to this festival
Reserva tu tren o autobús para llegar a Golden Pforzheim Christmas Market al mejor precio.
Sponsored link
Where it takes place Golden Pforzheim Christmas Market
Marktplatz und Fußgängerzone Pforzheim
Marktplatz, 75172 Pforzheim