Immerse yourself in the fascinating world of Christmas traditions, presented to you on a tour through Munich's atmospherically decorated old town.
Do you know the origin of the Christmas tree? Or have you ever wondered why Advent wreaths and nativity scenes can be found in so many living rooms?
On our Old Town tour focusing on Christmas customs, you will learn, among other things, what role St. Nicholas and the Fatschenkindl play in Munich's Christmas season, or what the blooming Barbara branches are all about. Many churches in the city are festively decorated during the Christmas season and display their impressive nativity scenes, immersing visitors in the contemplative atmosphere of Advent. You will learn the secrets behind old traditions such as the Krampuslauf (Krampus run) or the Rauhnächte (rough nights) and the significance of the Advent calendar.
The Christmas themes are embedded in a tour of the old town with history and stories that define Munich.
Duration: approx. two hours
Fee: €180 plus 19% VAT for guides subject to VAT (from 1 January 2026, the fee will increase to €200 plus 19% VAT, if applicable)
Maximum number of participants per guide: 25 people
Meeting point: Christmas tree on Marienplatz or by arrangement
If you would like to make a binding booking for this tour with Munich Tourism, please send your booking request with the following details by email to: tourismus.guides@muenchen.de
You will receive confirmation of your booking by e-mail once a guide has been arranged. An overview of our tour guide fees and our payment and cancellation conditions can be downloaded here:
Prices and conditions for guided tours 2025 as PDF for download
Prices and conditions for guided tours 2026 as PDF for download
If you have any questions, our colleagues at the tour guide agency will be happy to help.
Telephone: +49 89 233 30234
E-Mail: tourismus.guides@muenchen.de
