Illustration of a Christmas market sweets stall with hanging heart cookies and a baker offering a sample (Mönchengladbacher Weihnachtsmarkt)
Christmas Markets

Mönchengladbacher Weihnachtsmarkt

Visitors can enjoy a climate-neutral synthetic ice rink for ice and roller skating, curling, and a children's carousel. Food options range from savory items like currywurst with fries and spit-roast rolls to vegetarian specialties and sweet treats like roasted almonds. Guests can also stop by Svens Elchbar or Elchbar XL for warm and cold drinks, with or without alcohol.

Nov 13 – Dec 30, 2026 All ages

Plan Your Visit

Hours

Mon–Thu 11.00–20.00; Fri–Sat 11.00–21.30; Sun 13.00–19.00. Opening hours may change at short notice.

Neighborhood

City Center

Food & Drink

Choose from currywurst with fries, spit-roast rolls, vegetarian options and sweet treats such as roasted almonds, plus soft drinks and hot drinks with or without alcohol at the Elchbars.

Accessibility

The market is barrier-free and has a wheelchair-accessible restroom.

Location

Hindenburgstraße, Mönchengladbach 41061 Get Directions

Local Insight & Ratings

Family Friendly

🎄 🎄 🎄 🎄 🎄 (5/5)

Best For

Families with children

Vibe

Festive and family-friendly

Energy Level

Moderate

Photo Friendly

Moderate

Weather Sensitivity

Moderate

Tips & Advice

  • Send an email reservation request if you're planning a Christmas party or a get-together, because the Elchbar, Elchbar XL and curling lane all take bookings.
  • Try the climate-neutral synthetic rink on ice skates or roller skates, then warm up with a hot drink at the Elchbar.
  • Look for Svens Elchbar between C&A and the Minto on Hindenburgstraße for soft drinks and hot drinks with or without alcohol.
  • Bring the children for the carousel and the visiting children's heroes, then grab a currywurst with fries or a spit-roast roll.
  • Allow for changes before you set off, because the market's opening hours can change at short notice.

Special Events & Promotions

  • Christmas party and group reservations at the Elchbar, Elchbar XL and the curling lane.
  • Gift vouchers are on sale.

Links & Contact

Run by Christiane & Sven Tusch GBR

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is the market good for families?

Yes, it's meant for the whole family. There's a children's carousel, kids' heroes come to visit, and there's skating and curling for all ages.

What can you do besides eat and drink?

Ride the children's carousel, play on the curling lane, or skate on the climate-neutral synthetic rink with ice skates or roller skates.

What food is there?

Hearty dishes like currywurst with fries and spit-roast rolls, plus vegetarian options and sweets such as roasted almonds.

Where can I get a drink?

Svens Elchbar, between C&A and the Minto, and the modern Elchbar XL serve soft drinks and hot drinks with or without alcohol.

Can we reserve for a Christmas party or a group?

Yes. Reservations are taken for Christmas parties and get-togethers with friends and family. The Elchbar, Elchbar XL and the curling lane can all be booked, and requests go by email.

Browse Christmas in Moenchengladbach

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