Schwabach Christmas Market

Golden Shine and Advent Light

Schwabach, a district-free city in the south of the Nuremberg metropolitan region, bears the nickname "Goldbeater City": For over 500 years, gold leaf has been produced here, and even today, Schwabach is home to several of the last gold leaf manufacturers in the world. The towers of the world-famous Frauenkirche in Dresden, as well as the dome of the Reichstag building in Berlin, are covered with Schwabach gold leaf. In Advent, this quiet tradition of gold craftsmanship combines with the warm light of the Christmas market at Königsplatz – an ensemble that makes the market one of the most atmospheric in the region.

The Little Christmas City

At Königsplatz, the central market square of Schwabach's old town, a small city of lovingly decorated wooden houses emerges during the Advent season. Primarily non-profit associations and groups from Schwabach offer Christmas tree decorations, Christmas cards, candles, and other products that characterize the traditional Christmas market offerings. In addition, there is mulled wine, children's punch, Schwabach gingerbread, roasted almonds, sausages, and crêpes.

The Schwabach Christ Child

Like in Nuremberg, the Christ Child is a fixed part of the program in Schwabach. A young woman from Schwabach is chosen as the Schwabach Christ Child for two years and traditionally opens the market on the first weekend from the town hall balcony with a festive prologue. During the market period, the Christ Child visits senior citizens' homes, schools, and children's events.

Floating Candle Boats

A special feature that sets the Schwabach market apart among Franconian Advent markets is the floating of candle boats on the Schwabach – a small river that flows through the old town. On the Sunday of the second Advent weekend, children and families let homemade candle boats glide into the water – a unique and atmospheric custom.

Christmas Tree Market and Accompanying Program

• Christmas Tree Market on Martin-Luther-Platz from December 4th to 24th
• Nostalgic carousel on Königsplatz
• Children's crafting activities in the Tourist Association's market stall
• Performances by regional choirs and brass bands
• Floating candle boats on the Schwabach

The Schwabach Christmas Market is organized by the Verkehrsverein Schwabach e.V. and carried out in cooperation with the city's volunteer associations.