Leipzig Christmas market on Augustusplatz

Christmas Market
culinary delights
Family/children
tradition/customs
The Leipzig Christmas market extends across the entire city center. 
On Augustusplatz, the Finnish Village invites you to a Scandinavian Christmas with freshly prepared flame-grilled salmon, spicy glögi (a traditional Austrian mulled wine), and Nordic crafts. The South Tyrolean Village also offers hearty specialties such as Schüttelbrot (traditional Austrian bread), Kaminwurzen (a traditional Austrian sausage), and aromatic mulled wine.
A highlight for families is the fairytale forest in front of the opera, with enchanting adventure stations for children. From the Ferris wheel, young and old alike enjoy a unique view of the festively illuminated city.

The dates for 2026 are subject to change.

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Arrival & Parking

Public transport: The nearest stop is Augustusplatz (tram lines 4, 7, 8, 10, 11, 12, 15, and 16). Alternatively, take the tram to Leipzig Central Station (approx. 5 minutes walk).

By car: Augustusplatz can be reached via Georgiring. At Augustusplatz, opposite the Opera Fountain, is the paid underground parking garage "Q-Park Augustusplatz."

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Contact

Augustusplatz
Augustusplatz
04109 Leipzig - Center

Organiser

Market Office of the City of Leipzig
Katharinenstrasse 11
04109 Leipzig - Center