Weihnachtsmarkt am Roland
Advent Market at the Old Town Hall of Brandenburg an der Havel
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Brandenburg an der Havel — Cradle of the Mark
Brandenburg an der Havel is the cradle of the Mark — the city that gave the federal state of Brandenburg its name. Three historic town centers (Altstadt, Neustadt, and Dominsel), surrounded by the Havel River, shape the medieval cityscape. The Altstädtischer Markt around the Old Town Hall from the 15th century is one of the most magnificent brick Gothic ensembles in Northern Germany. In front of it stands the stone Roland — a 5.35 m high sandstone monument from 1474, a symbol of the city's market rights and freedoms.
Weihnachtsmarkt am Roland
Against this backdrop, the Weihnachtsmarkt am Roland takes place annually on the 2nd Advent weekend. The organizer is the association Erlebnis Altstädtischer Markt Brandenburg an der Havel e.V., which enlivens the historic old town with various markets, festivals, and events. The Christmas market is part of the larger program "Weihnachtszauber Altstadt", which combines several Advent markets and activities throughout the entire Advent season.
Atmosphere and Program
At the market, you can expect:
- Large Christmas Tree on the Altstädtischer Markt — centrally illuminated, in front of the Town Hall facade.
- Christmas Pyramid with a classic carved figure carousel.
- Light Magic — illumination of the historic buildings and Gothic brick facades.
- Regional Delicacies: Brandenburg bratwurst, Spreewald pickles, honey, mead, mulled wine, Feuerzangenbowle.
- Crafts from regional providers: ceramics, wood carvings, felt, jewelry.
- Christmas Music on the market stage — brass bands, choirs, classical music, Christmas Jazz.
- Children's Program: blacksmithing, storytellers, puppet theater, children's carousel, children's train, elf workshop.
- Fouqué Library — readings and literary program in the neighboring historic library building.
Three Days of Advent in Brick Gothic
The market spans the 2nd Advent weekend, including Friday, Saturday, and Sunday. The setup follows the proven staging: stalls around the Roland, a stage in front of the Old Town Hall, fairy lights in the trees, and glowing fire baskets. The market is significantly smaller and quieter than the large markets in Berlin or Leipzig — but with a focus on atmosphere and regional products that is unique in northern Germany.
Brandenburg in Advent
Visitors to the Weihnachtsmarkt am Roland should take time to explore the city. The St. Peter and Paul Cathedral on the Dominsel — one of the oldest buildings in the Mark — is worth a visit when illuminated. The St. Catherine's Church in Neustadt is beautifully lit from the outside during Advent. Boat tours on the Havel no longer run in December, but a walk along the water between Altstadt and Neustadt is atmospheric even in winter. Those looking for accommodation will find several historically renovated hotels in the Altstadt.
Weihnachtsmarkt am Roland — edition 2026
The Weihnachtsmarkt am Roland 2026 will be celebrated on the 2nd Advent weekend — from December 4th to 6th, 2026 — on the Altstädtischer Markt in Brandenburg an der Havel. In front of the Gothic facade of the Old Town Hall, next to the 15th-century stone Roland, and under a large Christmas tree, an atmospheric Advent market featuring regional crafts and gastronomy will come to life.
The market is part of the larger program "Weihnachtszauber Altstadt" by the association Erlebnis Altstädtischer Markt Brandenburg an der Havel e.V. Light magic illuminates the historic brick facades, a Christmas pyramid rotates in the square, and the market stage fills the weekend with brass chorales, choirs, classical Christmas music, and Christmas Jazz. The children's program in the Old Town Hall and the neighboring Fouqué Library offers blacksmithing, storytellers, puppet theater, a children's carousel, a children's train, and an elf workshop.
Programme Weihnachtsmarkt am Roland 2026
Friday, December 4, 2026 — 4:00 PM to 9:00 PM
- 4:00 PM — Opening with festive illumination of the Christmas tree
- Opening of craft stalls and light magic on the facades
- Mulled wine, bratwurst, mead, and regional delicacies
- Evening stage program — brass band or choir
Saturday, December 5, 2026 — 11:00 AM to 9:00 PM
- Full market operation with crafts and gastronomy
- Children's program in the Old Town Hall: blacksmithing, storytellers, puppet theater
- Children's carousel and children's train on the market
- Elf workshop
- Christmas Jazz and Christmas concerts on the market stage
- Readings and literary program in the Fouqué Library
Sunday, December 6, 2026 — 11:00 AM to 8:00 PM
- Family Day with enhanced children's program (St. Nicholas Day)
- Classical and sacred music program
- Brass chorales in front of the Old Town Hall
- Joint Advent singing
Current information and detailed program: weihnachtszauber-altstadt.de/weihnachtsmarkt-am-roland.
Highlights Weihnachtsmarkt am Roland 2026
- Historic setting: Old Town Hall, 15th-century Roland, brick Gothic architecture
- Large Christmas tree and Christmas pyramid
- Light magic on the historic facades
- Regional delicacies (Brandenburg bratwurst, Spreewald specialties, mead)
- Christmas Jazz, classical music, and brass chorales on the market stage
- Rich children's program: blacksmithing, puppet theater, elf workshop
- Readings in the Fouqué Library
- Family Day on St. Nicholas Sunday
Prices Weihnachtsmarkt am Roland 2026
Admission to the Christmas market: free. Food, drinks, and crafts can be purchased directly at the stalls. Individual concerts or readings in the Fouqué Library may have separate admission — details on the organizer's website before the event.
Practical information — Weihnachtsmarkt am Roland
Venue
Altstädtischer Markt 10-11, 14770 Brandenburg an der Havel — in front of the Old Town Hall and the Roland.
Getting There
Train: RE1 Berlin–Magdeburg, stop Brandenburg (Havel) Hauptbahnhof. From the station, about a 15-minute walk or take tram 1 / 2 / 6 to Altstädtischer Markt.
Car: A2 Berlin–Hannover, exit Brandenburg, then B1 into the city. Parking garages at Hauptstraße, at the St.-Annen-Galerie-Center.
Opening Hours
Friday: 4:00 PM–9:00 PM
Saturday: 11:00 AM–9:00 PM
Sunday: 11:00 AM–8:00 PM
Admission
The Weihnachtsmarkt am Roland is free and accessible without registration.
Contact
Erlebnis Altstädtischer Markt Brandenburg an der Havel e.V., Kapellenstraße 19, 14770 Brandenburg an der Havel — Tourist Information: 03381 79636-0.
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Altstädtischer Markt — am Roland und Altem Rathaus
Altstädtischer Markt 10-11, 14770 Brandenburg an der Havel
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