The recommended Christmas markets in Berlin

The complete guide to the 2023 Christmas markets in Berlin

Berlin provides you with amazing Christmas markets. Here are the most worthwhile recommendations for the Christmas markets in Berlin, where you can enjoy Glühwine and a magical experience. In order not to waste money on casual markets, here is the list of the most recommended markets

Gendarmenmarket - "The Magic of Christmas" Fair:

Due to the renovations that the Gendarmenmarkt Square is undergoing and which will continue until 2024, the most wanted market "migrates" this year from the concert hall square to the nearby Opera Square - Babel Platz. Which is considered the square that rivals it in beauty. In the heart of the market, an indoor complex has been built for the fine Arts and crafts alongside food court, Glühwine and beer. The fact that there is a complex of artists, it increases its quality value compared to other markets where the stalls are relatively banal with a repetitive offer. In addition, there is a small stage for live music performances. In short: the most recommended market.

Entrance to the complex involves a symbolic payment of 2 euros, which is donated to the needy and cultural institutions. Between the hours of 11:00 and 14:00 the entrance is free

When?

21.11 to 31.12. It should be taken into account that during the holidays the market operates in a reduced format. On 24.12 the market is open from 12:00 to 6:00 in the evening. On the holidays 25.12-26.12 the market operates from 12:00 to 22:00 on the eve of the holiday and the holiday they charge entrance fees even in the early hours 

Address

Bebelplatz

Unter den Linden, 10117 Berlin

The cultural complex of the former brewery "Koltur Brauerei" with the market "Lucia":

This is a wonderful leisure and recreation complex throughout the year and when the Christmas market season arrives, it is even doubly wonderful. The industrial but elegant complex hosts a market every year named after "Lucia", the goddess of light in Nordic mythology. Al the brewery that was established in the 19th century dominates as every year a Scandinavian market atmosphere with delicacies and aromas of Scandinavian delicacies mixed with local German stalls. The market is also very friendly for children who can enjoy the nostalgic style amusement facilities. Definitely a refreshing option in the list of markets worth visiting.

Entrance to the market is free

When?

The market takes place between 27.11 and 22.12

Monday to Friday from 15:00 to 22:00, Saturday and Sunday from 12 noon to 22:00

Address

Kulturbrauerei

Schönhauser Allee 36

10435 Berlin

Charlottenburg Palace :

A year ago there was a talk of a farewell party for one of Berlin's favorite markets. But since those headlines, it was decided to hold it this year as well without any statements about its future in the coming years. In the palace squer next to the Orangery, the market will be held in the most magnificent and royal environment there is. The market offers more than 250 invested stalls with the background of the beautiful baroque building of the palace 

Entrance to the market is free

From when to when?

From 27.11 to 31.12
Monday through Thursday from ten in the morning to ten at night. Fridays to Sundays from 12:00 to 22:00

On Christmas 12.24, closed on the 25-26.12 holiday from 12:00 to 20:00

On New Year's Eve, the market should be expected to close no later than three in the afternoon. Official information on this matter has not yet been updated

Address

Schloss Charlottenburg

Spandauer Damm 10-22, 14059 Berlin

The market in the Red City Hall complex and around the Neptune Fountain:

One of the most magical markets there is. With a giant wheel and a skating surface of 600 square meters in a circle around the Neptune fountain. The place is scattered with pavilions and stalls inspired by the Middle Ages and the world of fairy tales. Three times a day, Santa Claus hovers in an extreme way above the market together with his sleigh on cables and leaves a trail behind him of sparks. The real fun is in the culinary selection, with the smells and tastes of the Glühwine, the candied almonds, the small doughnuts, the Hungarian Langous and the bratwurst, the local sausage. The experience is suitable for adults and children. By the way, renting skates costs 4 euros

Entrance to the market is free

Address

Rathausstraße 15- 10178 Berlin

When?

The market was held between Monday and Friday from 12:00 to 22:00, on Saturdays and Sundays from 11:00 to 22:00 between the dates 27.11 and 07.01 when it is closed on the eve of the holiday 24.12 and open on the holiday on the dates 25.12 - 26.12 from 11 :00 to 21:00

On New Year's Eve 12/31 open from 11:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m

Medieval style market - RAW compound

Let's start with the most important point: the location. One of the coolest street art complexes in Berlin takes us to a completely different time. A wonderful time capsule of another world compared to the scrambled space around. This is one of the favorite markets for adults, although it is mainly experiential for children. The market inspired by the Middle Ages throws us into another time where the vendors, blacksmiths and other artisans present their creations while themselves dressed in period clothing. The complex is also lit by torches. Even the food stalls are decorated in the spirit of the time. For children it is a wonderful experience because every evening there are fire shows, a manually operated giant wheel, pony rides and archery games with target shooting. Entrance to it is paid from Thursday to Sunday. Entrance to it is free from Monday to Wednesday. And if paid, then how much? Two euros for an adult and one euro for a child

? When

From 17.11.22 to 21.12.22, Monday to Friday from 15:00 to 22:00 and Saturday - Sunday from 12:00 to 22:00

Address

Revaler Str. 99, 10245 Berlin

RAW-Gelände

Spandau the old city

After a two-year hiatus, one of Berlin's magical nostalgic markets. In the pedestrian street of the old town of Spandau, a short distance from the town hall, you can find a variety of stalls and decorated huts. The market is known as an art fair that attracts visitors looking for original holiday gifts from Poland, the Far East and South America

Entrance to the market is free

From when to when? From 27.11 to 23.12

Sunday to Thursday from 11:00 to 20:00, Friday and Saturday from 11:00 to 22:00

Address

Marktstrasse 10

13597 Berlin

The neighborhood market in Rixdorf Neuklön :

One of the most magical markets and also the least commercialized. Probably because this is a neighborhood initiative that wants to preserve the atmosphere of the holiday in a nostalgic and communal way. The magic begins with the fact that the market located at Richardplatz in the stylish and old times is lit with lanterns. 200 stalls will be waiting for you with handicrafts from candles to greeting cards or wooden decorations. There are also those who offer homemade jams alongside candied apples and more. The dominant style is that of the 19th century. As part of the theatrics of the market there is even a police force from that time. By the way, the income from the market is all a contribution to the well-being of the neighborhood and community activities 

Entrance to the market is free

From when to when? Please note: the market only operates on one weekend only, from 08.12 to 10.12

on Friday from 17:00 to 21:00

On Saturday from 14:00 to 21:00

On Sunday from 14:00 to 20:00

Address

Richardplatz 28

12055 Berlin

*****

Beyond that, there are the markets of Potsdamer Platz, the "Winter World" with the artificial tube slide. A market disguised as a Christmas market as well as the market in the square of the Ku-Dam Memorial Church. Although the market in question is very generic in its banal offering.

Dis-recommendation: Alexander Platz market in the square between Primark and Uniqlo. Busy market, not very pleasant and completely casual. Don't waste it. It is worth taking a few more steps to the town hall square, to the market which is already recommended to go to.

The Christmas Fair in Landsberg Boulevard, Landsberger Allee: a funfair that can't really be considered a Christmas market as such. For those looking for an amusement park atmosphere with Glühwine stands. It is open from the beginning of November until 12/30.

When?

 Monday-Tuesday from 14:00 to 21:30. sitting from 1:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m. and on Sundays from 12:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. and on Christmas Day 24-26.12 the fair is closed

Address
300 Landsberger Allee
13055 Berlin

Monday to Thursday from 2 pm to 9:30 pm, Friday and Saturday from 1 pm to 11 pm, Sunday and public holidays from 12 pm to 9 pm (Closed on November 26 and December 24).


And on another matter, for a recommendation that is not really on the market at all: the botanical gardens in Berlin that turn into a magical complex with crazy lighting and an ice skating rink. Starting in 2016, the gardens took inspiration from their colleagues in London. About two kilometers of illuminated track, among other things, with 3D figures around the theme of Christmas. The complex also has fireplaces for heating breaks with indulgent culinary corners for a fee. And as mentioned also a skating surface of 300 square meters.

You should coordinate your entry and purchase tickets in advance on the website
The tickets are not particularly cheap - 16.5 euros for an adult and 12 euros for a child. At the same time, the event is invested according to the cost and the experience is magical.

Enjoy and have a great time in Berlin !