Illustration of a snowy holiday market stall with snowmen in knit hats and scarves, pine trees and glowing string lights (Erlanger Waldweihnacht)

Erlanger Waldweihnacht

The market transforms the central square into a winter woods setting with real fir trees, soft forest flooring, and warm lighting. Visitors can browse stalls offering gifts, sweet treats, hearty food, and warming hot drinks. A varied stage program also provides free musical entertainment and live band performances.

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Plan Your Visit

Website / Tickets

erlanger-waldweihnacht.de

When

Hours

Montag bis Donnerstag: 10:00–21:00; Freitag und Samstag: 10:00–21:30; Sonntag: 11:00–21:00; Heiligabend: 10:00–14:00.

Food & Drink

Stalls offer sweet treats, hearty food, and warming hot drinks.

Going?

Local Insight & Ratings

Family Friendly

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Best For

Christmas-market shoppers and casual music fans

Vibe

Festive and woodsy

Energy Level

Moderate

Photo Friendly

High

Weather Sensitivity

High

Tips & Advice

  • Arrive dressed for chilly outdoor conditions, since the market’s fir-tree setting and stage program are on the Schloßplatz.
  • Look for the Stand fürs Ehrenamt if you want to buy gifts that support good causes.
  • Visit from December 4 onward if you want to browse the Christbaummarkt, which starts later than the Waldweihnacht.
  • Check the weekday before setting out, as opening hours differ by day and Heiligabend has a shorter schedule.
  • Make time for the free stage program, which provides varied musical entertainment during a market visit.

Special Events & Promotions

  • Free stage entertainment is offered throughout the market.
  • SOUL EDITION performs on 8 and 23 December.
  • The market closes later on Fridays and Saturdays than on other regular days.
  • On Christmas Eve, the market is open only during the day.

Links & Contact

Website / Tickets

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Frequently Asked Questions

What can I browse or find at the market?

Stalls offer gifts, food, sweet treats and warming hot drinks, among real fir trees and soft forest flooring.

Is there live entertainment?

The stage program offers free musical entertainment. SOUL EDITION, an eight-member band playing soul, funk and disco-pop, is scheduled on two dates.

Does the market have different opening arrangements on particular days?

Yes. Opening hours vary by weekday, and the market closes earlier on Christmas Eve.

Is the Christmas tree market part of the Waldweihnacht?

No. The separate Christbaummarkt starts on 4 December.

Can I buy food and drinks at the market?

Yes. The market has food, sweet treats and hot drinks.

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