Passau Christmas Market at the Cathedral

Advent Magic in the Heart of Passau

Every year during Advent, the Passau Christmas Market at the Cathedral transforms the Cathedral Square in the historic old town of the city on three rivers into a festive sea of lights. The city of Passau is a district-free city in the administrative district of Bavaria of the same name, located on the border with Austria. Guests reach the market, which spreads out in front of the mighty west facade of St. Stephen's Cathedral, via winding medieval alleys.

Stalls and Culinary Delights

Around 60 sales and delicatessen stalls offer a wide selection: mulled wine, regional and international delicacies, hand-painted Christmas tree decorations, wood carvings, nativity figures, jewelry, knitted items, and handmade pralines. Charitable stalls sell gift items for a good cause, lending the market a social touch.

Organ Concerts on the World's Largest Cathedral Organ

A special feature of the market is the organ concerts in St. Stephen's Cathedral. Festive sounds echo from the world's largest cathedral organ every Wednesday to Saturday at 12 p.m. during the market season – an acoustic experience that sets the market apart from many others.

Nativity Trail and Supporting Program

With over 20 different events, the Christmas Market invites visitors to linger and offers entertaining hours for young and old. As part of a nativity trail, various nativity scenes – from traditional to contemporary – can be admired, some of them presented to the public for the first time.

• Location: Cathedral Square in front of St. Stephen's Cathedral
• Admission: free
• Special Feature: Organ concerts Wed–Sat at 12 p.m.
• Stalls: around 60