3rd Hirschau Christmas Market

A Neighborhood Market with its Own Character

Hirschau is one of twelve districts of Tübingen – and with around 2,600 inhabitants, it's more of a village on the outskirts than an urban area. This is precisely what defines the Hirschau Christmas Market: not a mass market like Tübingen's famous Christkindlesmarkt in the old town, but a neighborhood festival supported by the people of Hirschau themselves. The 'Unser Hirschau' association coordinates the activities – clubs, kindergartens, schools, and individuals provide stalls, mulled wine, and entertainment.

Locations

The event takes place around Hirschau Church and in Grabenstraße near the community center. The area is manageable, and the atmosphere is familiar. This is its strength: those who come, stay – and usually end up knowing more Hirschau families than stalls.

Third Edition

The market was first held in 2024, followed by the second edition in 2025. November 28 is confirmed for 2026 – the format has apparently proven successful. Its conception as a purely neighborhood market without large commercial stalls has made the market a topic of conversation in Hirschau.

Tübingen-Hirschau

Hirschau is located about 4 km west of Tübingen's city center, on the Neckar river, in the Tübingen district (state of Baden-Württemberg). Originally an independent municipality, Hirschau was incorporated into Tübingen in 1972 – but has retained a strong village identity to this day. This identity is a driving force behind the Christmas market: it ensures that Hirschau doesn't become a generic suburb but remains recognizable as an independent place with its own Advent atmosphere.