Würzburger Weihnachtsmarkt
Visitors browse decorated market stalls set against the backdrop of Falkenhaus and the Gothic Marienkapelle. The market offers a wide variety of handcrafted goods, ranging from nativity figures, pottery, and wooden toys to unique jewelry and Christmas ornaments. Guests can enjoy live music from the Christmas market stage, try candle dipping with real wax, and savor treats like Glühwein, Feuerzangenbowle, and hearty local specialties.
Nov 27 – Dec 23, 2026 All ages
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Plan Your Visit
Hours
Monday–Saturday 10:00–20:30; Sunday 11:00–20:30.
Neighborhood
Market Square
Food & Drink
Visitors can enjoy Glühwein, Feuerzangenbowle, sweet treats and savory snacks.
Location
Tips & Advice
- Pick up the free Würzburger Weihnachtsbüchlein at a market stall or the Tourist Information in the Falkenhaus to guide you through the Advent season.
- Make time for candle dipping with real wax, one of the hands-on activities among the decorated stalls on the Marktplatz.
- Visit on an Advent weekend to add the separate artists' Christmas market, which keeps its own weekend opening hours.
- Look for regional Christmas gifts among the stalls, which offer a wide range of gift ideas and Christmas crafts.
Special Events & Promotions
- The separate Künstler:innen-Weihnachtsmarkt (artists' Christmas market) runs on the Advent weekends with its own opening hours.
- An open Christmas sing-along, the Offenes Weihnachtssingen, is part of the season.
Links & Contact
Run by Stadt Würzburg
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is there anything hands-on to try?
Yes, candle dipping with real wax.
Is there live music?
Yes, live music plays on the Christmas market stage.
What food and drink is on offer?
Glühwein, Feuerzangenbowle and other hot drinks, plus sweet treats and hearty savoury specialties.
Does Saint Nicholas visit?
Yes, Saint Nicholas pays the market a visit.
Where can I pick up a guide to the season?
The free Würzburger Weihnachtsbüchlein comes out in time for the market's opening. You'll find it at the market stalls, the Tourist Information & Ticket Service in the Falkenhaus on the Marktplatz, the Bürgerbüro in the town hall and other selected outlets.
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