It's getting Christmassy here: the most beautiful Advent markets in Leipzig and the region
The classic: the Leipzig Christmas market
What makes the Leipzig Christmas Market so special? It is the classic among the many Christmas markets and is the center of the Christmas hustle and bustle in the city center. On Augustusplatz, a variety of specially made hot drinks take your taste buds to a whole new level in the South Tyrolean village. The Finnish Village right next door awaits you with freshly smoked flamed salmon and delicious Glögli. Here you can get very close to the original origins of Santa Claus and experience the Finnish Christmas tradition for yourself. And if you hop over to the other side of the square, the magical fairytale world in front of Leipzig Opera invites you to discover it. Can you match the huge displays to the individual fairy tales?
A little further into the city, history comes to life and the Historical Christmas Market at the Naschmarkt contributes no less. For an exciting insight into the art of traditional craftsmanship, you should definitely stop by.
A wonderful Christmas market on the Nikolaikirchhof also awaits you in front of the imposing Nikolaikirche. In addition to many stalls, you will also find the historical pyramid with warming Feuerzangenbowle - the best and most popular Feuerzangenbowle in town!
If you continue your way from there through the Schumachergäßchen and the Salzgäßchen towards the market square, you will come to the historical carousel. A ride is definitely part of a visit to the Leipzig Christmas market. Our tip: don't drink too much mulled wine beforehand ;)
The heart of the Christmas magic is then on the Leipzig market square. There you will spot the beautiful Christmas tree. Under its watchful eye, the hustle and bustle of the Christmas market continues between countless huts and invites you to linger and enjoy the cozy atmosphere. One highlight is the regular Santa Claus consultation hour. Great experiences for the whole family are guaranteed!
When? November 25 to December 23, 11 am to 9 pm, Friday and Saturday until 10 pm, on December 22 and 23 from 11 am to 8 pm (on the last day, only the stalls on the market square are open!)
Where? Leipzig city center
The alternative: Christmas on the cross
Alternatively, head south: With Christmas at the Cross, a very special Leipzig Christmas market joins the ranks. The Kulturfabrik site WERK 2 invites you to a varied and, above all, very cozy Christmas market in a relaxed atmosphere. Handmade things are the main focus here and are sure to get the DIY heart beating faster - because the work here is done with great attention to detail. So you should definitely be able to find the right Christmas present here.
But hungry people and mulled wine lovers will also definitely get their money's worth at the numerous stalls in the outdoor and indoor areas of the Kulturfabrik grounds! December 10 to December 21, Monday to Thursday 2 to 9 pm, Friday and Saturday 1 to 10 pm, Sunday 1 to 9 pm
Where? WERK 2 Kulturfabrik Leipzig e.V., Kochstraße 132, 04277 Leipzig
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Christmas market at the delicatessen
Are you out and about on Leipzig's popular Karli scene mile this weekend? Then take the opportunity to visit the Christmas market at Feinkost! The area alone provides a creative vibe: you can maintain this at numerous stands while browsing through various crafts such as wood or silver jewelry, handmade stuffed animals or bags or artistic graphics and drawings. In any case,the majority of them are made by hand. If you are looking for something unusual for Christmas, you are sure to find it here.
After the tour, you can fortify yourself with Burmese food, Korean corn dogs, delicious crepes and vegan and vegetarian delicacies. Of course, there will also be delicious mulled wine and hot juices to warm you up and make you forget the cold temperatures.
When? November 29 and 30, December 6 and 7, December 13 and 14. December, December 13 and 14, December 20 and 21, Saturday 11 to 8 pm, Sunday 11 to 6 pm
Where? Feinkost Leipzig, Karl-Liebknecht-Straße 36, 04107 Leipzig
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Felsenkeller Christmas market in Plagwitz
The Felsenkeller Christmas market opens in the beer garden of the renowned Felsenkeller in Lipzig's trendy Plagwitz district. Here you can buy artisan goods at various stalls. Handicrafts? With blacksmith Martin, you can learn how to forge your own horseshoes or coffin nails. There is also excitement for the little ones: A "Laterna Magica" shows Grimm's fairy tales every hour, while yellow stars shine "from the sky" high up in the old chestnut trees. A truly magical ambience!
The gastronomy is not neglected either: crêperie, bakery, taverns, roasteries, almond distillery, garlic bread baker and high-quality mulled wine make browsing through the alternative treasures even more enjoyable.
By the way: At the weekends, a small stage music and juggling programs are performed. For example, "Feuer-Reiner" on the first weekend of Advent will show why he has this strange name.
When? November 27 to 30. December, Monday to Friday from 15-21:30, Saturday 11-21:30 and Sunday from 11-20:00
Not open during the Christmas holidays (December 24-26, 2025)
Where? Felsenkeller, Karl-Heine-Straße 32, 04229 Leipzig
"Christmas scent and twinkling lights" in the Gohliser Schlösschen
You can experience a pre-Christmas time like in a fairy tale at the Gohliser Schlösschen. The baroque gem in the Gohlis district rings in the festive season with "the scent of Christmas and twinkling lights" . You can find inspiration for unique Christmas gifts at the Art in Advent exhibition. Art and regional handicrafts - sculptures, paintings, photographs and prints - are presented in the West Arcade of the Gohliser Schlösschen.
Culinary delights are not neglected either. Those with a sweet tooth in particular will get their money's worth with home-baked sweet or savory waffles, roasted almonds and homemade mulled wine, punch and hot juices. The offer is rounded off by a varied cultural program - choir music, instrumentalists, joint Advent carol singing, tower blowers, Christmas stories and much more.
Watch out! The Gohliser Schlösschen deliberately does not describe its offer as a classic Christmas market. Instead, the aim is to create an atmospheric and contemplative place for art, culture, conversation and social interaction.
When? November 26 to December 21, Wednesday to Saturday 3 to 7 pm,
Sunday 12 to 6 pm
Where? Gohliser Schlösschen, Menckestraße 23, 04155 Leipzig
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Vegan Christmas market - The festival of love
The Vegan Christmas Market in Leipzig will once again take place this year on the grounds of the Philippuskirche between Plagwitz and Lindenau - directly on the Karl Heine Canal. For an entire weekend, Christmas will once again be all about sustainability: the Christmas traditions and culinary dishes will remain the same, but the market will pay special attention to animal welfare through innovations. The stalls do not trade commercially in animal products and therefore do not support any form of animal exploitation.
You can expect savory and sweet delicacies, many of which are organic, with every dish served in reusable or plastic-free dishes, several shows and live music as well as stalls with handicrafts for sustainable, fair and innovative gift ideas.
The small supporting program with many great and vegan exhibitors takes the contemplative meaning of Christmas to a special level, which is thought-provoking and yet bursting with enjoyment. But see for yourself!
When? December 6 and 7, 12 to 8 p.m.
Where? Philippuskirche, Aurelienstraße 54, 04177 Leipzig
Christmas markets in the region
Castle Christmas
Atmospheric Castle Christmas in the Leipzig region
Oh, you merry one! When festive lights meet historic walls, the castle Christmas season begins in the Leipzig region!
A visit to the castles and palaces is always worthwhile - especially in the run-up to Christmas. Festively decorated courtyards, twinkling lights and atmospheric Christmas markets create a wintery atmosphere that brings history and tradition to life.
The stalls are mainly run by regional traders and craftswomen who put their heart and soul into presenting their products. Taste delicious traditional treats, discover handmade gifts and enjoy the scent of fir greenery, cookies and mulled wine. You'll find the right gift for every wish list here - from regional specialties to artistic handicrafts.
These Castle Christmas markets await you:
Advent at Trebsen Castle
When? November 29 and 30, December 06 and 07, December 13 and 14, December 20 and 21. December, Saturday and Sunday 11 am to 7 pm
Where? Schloss Trebsen, Zum Schloss 1, 04687 Trebsen/Mulde
Brandiser Schlossweihnacht
When? December 05 and 07, Friday 5 to 10 pm, Saturday 2 to 10 pm, Sunday 12 to 5 pm
Where? Schloss Brandis, Im Schloss 1, 04821 Brandis
Colditzer Märchen-Schlossweihnacht
Wann? 06. and 07. December, Saturday 2 to 9 pm, Sunday 11 to 6 pm
Where? Colditz Castle, Schlossgasse 1, 04680 Colditz
Dornröschens Schlossweihnacht Torgau
When? December 12-14, Friday 5pm-10pm, Saturday 11am-10pm, Sunday 11am-6pm
Where? Schloss Hartenfels, Schloßstraße 27, 04860 Torgau
Christmas magic at Frohburg Castle
When? December 13 and 14, Saturday 12 to 8 pm, Sunday 12 to 6 pm
Where? Frohburg Castle, Florian-Geyer-Straße 1, 04654 Frohburg
Rochlitzer Schlossweihnacht
When? December 13 and 14, Saturday 2 to 8 pm, Sunday 12 to 7 pm
Where? Rochlitz Castle, Sörnziger Weg 1, 09306 Rochlitz
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Christmas craftsmanship and culinary highlights
If you fancy crafts and individual gift ideas, you should definitely pay a visit to the crafts markets in the Leipzig region.
Glassblowers, ceramists, wood designers, fashion manufacturers and basket makers present unique handmade items and intricate work and offer folk art from the Ore Mountains, illuminated stars, individual folded items, candle arches and lovingly designed smokehouses - if that doesn't get you in the Christmas spirit. Tempting culinary delights such as mulled wine, roast goose with dumplings or fine national and international specialties such as Baumkuchen, macarons and poffertjes round off the experience!
These historic & culinary craft markets await you:
Gänsemarkt Wermsdorf
When? November 01 to December 22, 2025, 10 a.m. to 7 p.m.
Where? Gänsemarkt Wermsdorf Hofküche & Hofladen, Am Lindigt 1, 04668 Grimma
Adventsglühen in der Obermühle Bad Düben
When? 29 and 30. November, Saturday 2 to 8 pm, Sunday 2 to 6 pm
Where? Obermühle Bad Düben, Parkstraße 1, 04849 Bad Düben
Delitzscher Adventsmarkt
When? December 05 and 07, Friday 2 to 10 pm, Saturday 12 to 10 pm, Sunday 12 to 7 pm
Where? Markt 3, 04509 Delitzsch
Victorian Christmas market at Biedermeierstrand
When? December 06, from 1 pm
Where? Biedermeierstrand am Schladitzer See, Zum Biedermeierstrand, 04435 Schkeuditz
Christmas farmers' market at Kloster Buch
When? December 13, from 9 a.m.
Where? Kloster Buch, Klosterbuch 1, 04703 Leisnig
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Christmas markets with small-town charm
When the Advent season begins, the small towns around Leipzig are transformed into sparkling winter oases. Lovingly decorated squares, fragrant treats and familiar faces create a particularly warm atmosphere that is often missing at large markets. Between regional specialties, music and a visit from Santa Claus, guests and locals experience the magic of Christmas in the most beautiful, small format.
These Christmas markets with small-town charm await you:
Christmas Market Grimma
When? November 28 to December 14, 2025, from 11 am
Where? Markt Grimma, 04668 Grimma
Oschatz Christmas Market
When? 04. to 07. December, Thursday and Friday 2 to 8 pm, Saturday 2 to 9 pm, Sunday 2 to 6 pm
Where? Neumarkt, 04758 Oschatz
Wurzener Wichtelweihnacht
When? December 05 to 14, 1 to 7 pm
Where? Marktplatz, Markt 1, 04808 Wurzen
Weihnachtsmarkt Döbeln
When? December 12 to 14, Friday and Saturday 13 to 22 o'clock, Sunday 13 to 20 o'clock
Where? Döbeln, Obermarkt 1, 04720 Döbeln
Markkleeberg Christmas market All about ice cream
When? December 12 to 14, 2025, 10 am to 7 pm, Friday 5 to 10 pm, Saturday 12 to 10 pm, Sunday 12 to 6 pm
Where? Town Hall, Rathausplatz 1, 04416 Markkleeberg
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Are you planning to spend Christmas in Leipzig or the region? You can find even more about heavenly Leipzig on our Christmas website.
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