Weißerzauber am Jungfernstieg Christmas Market
Set along the Binnenalster promenade, the market features nearly seventy vendors divided into themed areas for dining, gifts, winter fashion, and handcrafted goods. Visitors can take in panoramic views of the illuminated waterfront from a historic Ferris wheel operating since 1899. Illuminated fairytale boats also dock directly along the water's edge below the main market boulevard.
Nov 18 – Dec 23, 2026 All ages
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Plan Your Visit
Hours
Monday–Thursday 11:00–21:00; Friday–Saturday 11:00–22:00; Sunday 11:00–21:00. On opening day, November 18, the stalls open from 11:00.
Neighborhood
Jungfernstieg
Food & Drink
Stalls serve Glühwein and other hot drinks, roasted almonds, baked goods, crêpes, sausages, chestnuts, and other savory and sweet foods.
Location
Tips & Advice
- Plan around the market’s Totensonntag closure, when it does not open.
- Save time to ride the historic Ferris wheel for views across the illuminated Binnenalster.
- Visit stand 47 on an Advent Saturday to meet Santa and take a photo.
- If you want to see the Märchenschiffe, visit from November 26 onward, when they open along the waterfront.
- Bring a poem or song to recite on December 6 for a chance to receive a sweet treat from Nikolaus and the Eisprinzessin.
Special Events & Promotions
- The market opening celebration is on November 18.
- Nikolaus and the Eisprinzessin visit on December 6; guests who recite a poem or sing a song receive something sweet.
- Santa visits stand 47 every Advent Saturday.
- The market is closed on Totensonntag, November 22.
- The Märchenschiffe are open November 26 through December 23.
Links & Contact
Run by RSW Veranstaltungs GmbH
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Frequently Asked Questions
What can visitors do and see at the market?
Browse nearly 70 stalls arranged in four themed areas, ride the historic Ferris wheel, and visit the Märchenschiffe along the Binnenalster waterfront.
What food and drink is available?
Stalls offer Glühwein and other hot drinks, roasted almonds, Kaminbrot, crêpes, sausages, mushrooms, chestnuts, pasta, and sweet and savory food.
Are there special appearances for children and families?
Santa visits stand 47 on each Advent Saturday for a chat and a photo. On December 6, Nikolaus and the Eisprinzessin reward visitors who recite a poem or sing a song with something sweet.
Can I apply to have a stall at the market?
Yes. Traders can submit a stand application with photos of their stall concept; stalls are rented for the full market period, and the organizer selects applicants based on product category, quality, and the market’s overall look.
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