Wooden Christmas decorations hang in a stall at the Christmas market in Munich
Christmas shopping and Christmas markets

Christmas in Munich

This is how you experience Munich shortly before Christmas: The scent of mulled wine and bratwurst wafts through the streets. Glittering shop windows and traditional handicraft businesses invite you to go shopping. Or visit the world's most extensive collection of nativity scenes in Munich. All highlights in Munich before Christmas at a glance.

Christmas Markets

Frequently asked questions about Christmas in Munich

The Munich Christmas markets usually take place from the end of November until just before Christmas. The exact dates and opening times vary depending on the Christmas market and should be checked before you visit.

Visitors can look forward to mulled wine, roasted almonds, gingerbread and other festive specialities. There are also numerous stalls selling arts and crafts, gift ideas and festive decorations. Depending on the market, there may also be concerts, nativity scene exhibitions or other events.

Christmas Shopping & Gift Ideas