Lichtermarkt St. Lamberti Münster

Lichtermarkt St. Lamberti — the market with the blue roofs

The Lichtermarkt at Lambertikirchplatz is one of five Christmas markets that together form the Münster Christmas Market — one of the most beautiful Christmas market constellations in Germany. From November 23 to December 22, 2026, around 30 wooden huts will transform the forecourt of St. Lamberti Church into an Advent experience landscape. Landmarks are the characteristic blue roofs and Münster's largest Christmas tree.

St. Lamberti — the landmark church

The St. Lamberti Church on Münster's Prinzipalmarkt is a late Gothic hall church from the 14th century — one of Westphalia's most important buildings. The famous cages of the Anabaptists (executed in 1535/36, cages preserved) hang on the tower. This historical backdrop makes the Lichtermarkt one of Münster's most atmospheric markets — the Gothic church in the background, blue hut roofs in the foreground, the giant fir tree next to it.

2026 Program — What to expect

Assortment

• High-quality arts and crafts: Pottery, glasswork, felt, wooden objects
• Festive decorations and Christmas ornaments
• Natural soaps and natural cosmetics
• Honey products regional
• Crêpes and waffles freshly prepared
• Mulled wine, punch, eggnog

Lighting concept — the name says it all

The name "Lichtermarkt" (Light Market) is programmatic: the lighting has been converted to LED technology — energy-efficient and with better light effects. The blue roofs glow particularly beautifully in the early December darkness. Münster's largest Christmas tree in Lambertikirchplatz is the market's iconic photo motif.

Opening Hours

• Monday–Thursday and Sunday: 11:00 AM–8:00 PM
• Friday and Saturday: 11:00 AM–9:00 PM
• Last market day: December 22, 2026 — closes one day earlier than the other Münster markets

Münster Christmas Market Constellation

The Münster Christmas Market consists of five individual markets that together allow for a stroll through the old town:

• Lichtermarkt St. Lamberti (this market)
• Giebelhüüskesmarkt
• Aegidiimarkt
• Kiepenkerlmarkt
• Market at Harsewinkelplatz

Münster has thus been voted "Christmas City No. 1 in Germany" several times.

Getting there and practical information

Münster is accessible by train from the Ruhr area (Dortmund, Recklinghausen) in approx. 30–45 minutes. From Münster Central Station, it's a 10–15 minute walk to Prinzipalmarkt. By car: City center parking garages (P+R recommended, as the old town area often gets congested). Münster, the cycling city — market visits can be perfectly combined with cycling.