Medieval Christmas Market Saarbrücken
Visitors can wander through festive streets illuminated by thousands of lights, browsing traditional stalls offering mulled wine, punch, and seasonal treats. Major attractions include a flying Santa Claus hovering overhead in his reindeer sleigh, a synthetic ice rink for skating and curling on Bahnhofstraße, and the 50-meter Jupiter Ferris wheel at Tbilisser Platz. Guests can also stop by the Knips-mich hut for holiday photo shoots.
All ages Free entry.
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Plan Your Visit
Hours
Monday, November 16: 5:00 pm - 3:00 am; Tuesday, November 17: 5:00 pm - 3:00 am; Wednesday, November 18: 5:00 pm - 3:00 am.
Food & Drink
Market stalls offer mulled wine, punch and pre-Christmas treats.
Parking
Information about arrival and parking is available in the Service section.
Location
Tips & Advice
- Visit on a Wednesday to catch the weekly children's programme; rides are half price for children that day.
- Try skating or curling on the synthetic rink in Bahnhofstraße for a seasonal activity.
- Head to Tbilisser Platz to ride the 50-metre Jupiter Ferris wheel and see the Christmas lights from above.
- Make time for the Knips-mich photo hut in Bahnhofstraße, which has a new look this year.
- If driving, consult the event’s Service section for information about arrival and parking.
Special Events & Promotions
- A children's Wednesday with special activities takes place every week during the market.
- Children get half-price tickets for rides on Children's Wednesday.
- The Knips-mich Christmas photo hut has a new look this year.
Links & Contact
Run by Stadtverwaltung Saarbrücken
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the flying Santa Claus attraction?
A flying Santa Claus glides across the market suspended in a reindeer sleigh as one of the event's signature highlights.
What activities are offered on the synthetic ice rink?
The synthetic rink located on Bahnhofstraße offers both ice skating and Bavarian curling (Eisstockschießen).
Where is the Jupiter Ferris wheel located and how tall is it?
The Jupiter Ferris wheel stands 50 meters tall and is situated at Tbilisser Platz, offering views over the city lights.
What is the Knips-mich-Hütte?
It is a dedicated Christmas-themed photo booth hut set up on Bahnhofstraße for holiday photo shoots.
Browse Christmas in Saarbruecken
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