Illustration of two knitted figures sharing a candle on a small table beside a snowman in a snowy holiday market (Medieval Christmas Market Munich)
Christmas Markets

Medieval Christmas Market Munich

Visitors can explore detailed market stalls, traditional arts and crafts, and unique culinary specialties that evoke Munich's medieval history. The market showcases authentic historic market life with faithful replicas of old Munich urban culture. Cultural programs are also held during Advent weekends.

Nov 20 – Dec 23, 2026 All ages

Plan Your Visit

Hours

Daily 11–21; ceremonial opening November 20 at 18:00.

Neighborhood

Maxvorstadt

Food & Drink

The market features culinary specialties, but the pages do not name specific foods or drinks.

Parking

Central parking is scarce. The Salvatorplatz garage (Am Salvatorplatz 1) has 452 spaces, or you can leave the car outside the city.

Location

Wittelsbacherplatz · Brienner Straße 6-10, München, BY 80333 Get Directions

Local Insight & Ratings

Family Friendly

🎄 🎄 🎄 ⚪ ⚪ (3/5)

Best For

Visitors interested in medieval history and christmas markets

Vibe

Historic and atmospheric

Energy Level

Moderate

Photo Friendly

High

Weather Sensitivity

High

Tips & Advice

  • Take the U3, U4, U5, U6 or bus 100 to Odeonsplatz, because the market is only a few steps away and parking in the centre is very scarce.
  • If you must drive, head for the Salvatorplatz garage at Jungfernturmstraße/Amiraplatz, which has 452 spaces close to the market.
  • Visit on an Advent weekend to catch the cultural program that runs alongside the stalls, crafts and food.
  • The market is closed on Totensonntag, November 22, so plan your visit for another day.
  • Come on the evening of November 20 for the ceremonial opening of the market.

Special Events & Promotions

  • Ceremonial market opening on the evening of November 20.
  • Cultural program every Advent weekend.

Links & Contact

Run by Medieval Monacum OHG

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Frequently Asked Questions

What makes this market different from Munich's other Christmas markets?

It recreates medieval market life as it might have looked in Munich. Detailed stalls, handcrafts and food specialties reflect the city's medieval history, with many links to old Munich town life.

Is there a stage program?

Yes. There is a cultural program every Advent weekend, and the 2026 program will be published soon.

Is there an opening ceremony?

Yes, a ceremonial market opening on the evening of November 20.

How do I get there by public transport?

Take U-Bahn lines U3, U4, U5 or U6, or bus 100, to Odeonsplatz. From there it is only a few steps.

Where can I park?

Parking in the centre is very scarce, so drivers are advised to leave the car outside the city. If you do drive, the garage at Am Salvatorplatz 1 (Jungfernturmstraße/Amiraplatz) has 452 spaces.

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