Name: Amberger Weihnachtsmarkt 2026
Start: 2026-11-26T00:00:00+00:00
End: 2026-12-23T00:00:00+00:00
Location: Marktplatz Amberg

Weihnachtsmarkt Amberg

About Weihnachtsmarkt Amberg

In the shadow of the mighty St. Martin's Basilica, Amberg's market square transforms into a romantic Christmas market during the Advent season. It smells of roasted almonds, gingerbread, bratwurst, and punch, a historic steam carousel turns, horse-drawn carriage rides invite you for a cozy tour, and a varied musical program accompanies the market. From the last weekend in November until shortly before Christmas, the market is a firm meeting point for locals and guests from all over the Upper Palatinate.

Dates 26 Nov — 23 Dec 2026

Venue Amberg (09361)

Prices Free

Status —

Edition 2026

Weihnachtsmarkt Amberg — edition 2026

The Amberger Weihnachtsmarkt 2026 runs from November 26th to December 23rd on the Market Square next to St. Martin's Basilica. It features stalls with handicrafts and specialties, a historic steam carousel, horse-drawn carriage rides, and a varied musical program. The official opening is planned for Thursday, November 26th, at 3 PM.

From November 26th to December 23rd, 2026, Amberg's Market Square will once again transform into a romantic Christmas market. The official opening is scheduled for Thursday, November 26th, 2026, at 3 PM. Opening hours are Monday–Wednesday 10 AM–8 PM, Thursday–Saturday 10 AM–9 PM, and Sunday 1 PM–8 PM.

Among the permanent attractions are the historic steam carousel with animal figures, horse-drawn carriage rides from Thursday to Sunday starting in the afternoon, and a varied live music program. An official app with an Advent calendar will accompany the market.

Highlights Weihnachtsmarkt Amberg 2026

Historic steam carousel, carriage rides through the old town, romantic setting next to St. Martin's Basilica, changing music program.

Programme Weihnachtsmarkt Amberg 2026

Opening — Thursday, November 26th, 2026, 3:00 PM

Official opening with musical accompaniment and children's program

Market Period (Nov 26th–Dec 23rd)

Stalls with handicrafts, gifts, and regional specialties (roasted almonds, gingerbread, bratwurst, punch)
Historic steam carousel with animal figures
Horse-drawn carriage rides Thursday–Sunday from approx. 2:30 PM
Changing live music program (trombone choirs, choirs, performances)

The complete music and daily program will be published on the official website.

Prices Weihnachtsmarkt Amberg 2026

Free admission. Costs only for food, carousel, and carriage rides.

Practical information

Practical information — Weihnachtsmarkt Amberg

Getting There

The market square is centrally located in Amberg's old town. Amberg is accessible by train (regional services) and by car via the A6/B85. Parking is available in the old town parking garages.

Opening Hours

Monday–Wednesday 10 AM–8 PM, Thursday–Saturday 10 AM–9 PM, Sunday 1 PM–8 PM. Free admission.

Tip

Horse-drawn carriage rides Thursday to Sunday from approx. 2:30 PM.

Advent in a Historic Setting

The Amberger Weihnachtsmarkt is one of the most atmospheric Advent markets in the Upper Palatinate. The venue is the market square in the heart of the historic old town, directly next to the Gothic St. Martin's Basilica. The medieval architecture and the decorated stalls create a particularly romantic atmosphere.

Scents, Lights, and Tradition

The scent of roasted almonds, gingerbread, grilled bratwurst, and punch wafts through the market. The stalls offer handicrafts, gift ideas, and regional specialties. A historic steam carousel with animal figures delights the youngest visitors, and from Thursday to Sunday, horse-drawn carriage rides from the afternoon onwards invite you for a cozy tour through the old town.

Music and Program

A changing musical program – from trombone choirs to choirs to live performances – accompanies the entire market period. The festive opening with the mayor, musical accompaniment, and a children's program traditionally marks the start. The market runs from the last weekend in November until December 23rd and is a firm Advent ritual for many families.