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

Kunsthandwerkermarkt

Set amidst twinkling lights and festive music in the courtyards of the historic town hall complex, artists and artisans present handcrafted works. Visitors can explore creations ranging from ceramics, woodwork, and paper craft to jewelry made of glass and precious metals, as well as sewn and embroidered goods. Seasonal catering features Palatinate mulled wine, children's punch, Swiss raclette bread, hot soups, and home-baked cookies.

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Plan Your Visit

When

Hours

Freitag 16 bis 20 Uhr; Samstag und Sonntag 11 bis 20 Uhr.

Food & Drink

Birgit and Peter Stepp serve Palatinate mulled wine, children's punch, Swiss raclette bread, hot soups, homemade cookies, and other treats.

Going?

Location

Historisches Rathausensemble Speyer · Maximilianstraße 12, 67346 Speyer, Germany, Speyer Get Directions

Local Insight & Ratings

Family Friendly

🎄 🎄 🎄 ⚪ ⚪ (3/5)

Best For

Handmade-gift shoppers and craft lovers

Vibe

Festive and artisanal

Energy Level

Low

Photo Friendly

High

Weather Sensitivity

Moderate

Tips & Advice

  • Download the free KATWARN app and subscribe to the Christmas and New Year's market topic so updates from the organizers come straight to your phone.
  • Leave dangerous or prohibited items at home, because you can't bring them onto the market grounds.
  • Check the weather forecast and plan your trip there and back before you set out, as the organizers ask every visitor to do.
  • Visit on a Saturday or Sunday for daytime browsing, because on Fridays the market doesn't open until late afternoon.
  • Treat the kids to a children's punch while you warm up with Palatinate mulled wine and homemade cookies between the courtyards' stalls.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What kinds of crafts will I find?

Artists and artisans show ceramics and woodwork, jewelry made of glass and precious metals, paper art, and sewn and embroidered pieces.

What is there to eat and drink?

Birgit and Peter Stepp run the catering on all four Advent weekends. They serve Palatinate mulled wine, children's punch, Swiss raclette bread, hot soups, homemade cookies and other treats.

How can I take part as an exhibitor?

Exhibitors apply with the city's registration form by email or post. The deadline for 2026 was April 30, 2026.

What if I lose something at the market?

Lost items found at the market go promptly to the Fundbüro Speyer at Maximilianstraße 94, where city staff can help.

How can I get updates during the market?

Get the free KATWARN app and subscribe to the 'Weihnachts- und Neujahrsmarkt' topic. Messages from the event management, including safety alerts, then come straight to your phone.

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