Nürnberger Christkindlesmarkt (Nuremberg Christmas Market) is one of the world’s most famous and historic Christmas markets, held annually from late November to Christmas Eve in Nuremberg’s Hauptmarkt. Dating back to the 16th century, it opens with the traditional prologue by the Christkind, a golden-haired angel who welcomes visitors from the balcony of the Church of Our Lady. More than 180 wooden stalls, draped in red-and-white cloth, offer handcrafted ornaments, gingerbread (Lebkuchen), mulled wine, and the city’s signature Nuremberg sausages. Steeped in tradition, aroma, and festive charm, the Christkindlesmarkt embodies the spirit of a classic German Christmas.

DATES & TIMES
• Dates: 28 November–24 December 2025 (Friday–Wednesday).
• Opening hours: Monday–Sunday 10:00–21:00; Christmas Eve (24 Dec) 10:00–14:00 — see Official site.
• Opening ceremony: Friday 28 Nov at 17:30, Prologue by the Christkind from the Church of Our Lady balcony — see Opening ceremony and FAQ.
• Note: Sister Cities Market & Original Regional stalls close on 23 Dec — see City tourism.
• The exact timetable publishes annually; check the current Programme page.

LOCATION
• Venue: Hauptmarkt (Main Market Square), Nuremberg — details on the Official site.
• Map: Open in Google Maps.
• Getting there: Guidance for train, car, coach and public transport on Getting there.

TICKETS & ENTRY
• Free entry: No admission ticket required for the market itself — confirm on the Official site.

GOOD TO KNOW
• Children’s Christmas Market (Kinderweihnacht) runs 28 Nov–30 Dec; daily 10:00–21:00; 24 Dec 10:00–14:00; closed 25 Dec — see Children’s market.
• Meet the Christkind: Tips and times in the FAQ.
• Accessibility & facilities: Visitor info and self-guided tours under Explore the market.

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