The most romantic Christmas markets in Germany

The days are getting colder, the temperatures are dropping and you long for a break for two? Then you should read this article about the most romantic Christmas markets in Germany. If there is no romance with the smell of mulled wine and gingerbread, the many lights and contemplation, then I don’t know! Lean back and let yourself be inspired for the next pre-Christmas excursion.

Advent market in Füssen

In search of the most romantic Christmas markets in Germany, we first land in Füssen, a small town in the Allgäu. Every year during Advent, a small but nice Advent market opens in Füssen. The whole spectacle takes place in the inner courtyard of the Benedictine monastery of St. Mang, where the many lights illuminate the entire courtyard.

Mark the opening times in bold in the calendar, because the Advent market is only open for a few days. On the two weekends, you can feast on regional delicacies at the numerous wooden huts and buy a few Christmas souvenirs.

If you are planning a romantic holiday with your loved one, you can combine the trip with an excursion to Neuschwanstein Castle.

Ulm Christmas market

The Ulm Christmas Market is also one of the most romantic Christmas markets in Germany. The market is located in the center of the city, right in front of the tallest church tower in the world.

This unique backdrop alone makes the Ulm Christmas market a popular destination for guests from all over Germany and even Switzerland, Austria, and Italy. No wonder, because the traditional market is the ideal meeting point during Advent.

The highlight for most visitors is certainly the magical fairy tale world at the Ulm Christmas market, and the fairy tale yurt, in which captivating stories are read aloud every day. Don’t forget to try the many delicacies and enjoy the pre-Christmas atmosphere on this romantic fairytale.

Annaberg Christmas Market

The next romantic Christmas market in Germany is in the Saxon Ore Mountains, more precisely in Annaberg-Buchholz. The mining and discovery of silver once gave the city great wealth. To this day, the mountain town has retained its rustic, quaint style, as you can see at the Annaberg Christmas market.

In the middle of the old town, the sparkling Christmas market invites you to spend romantic hours with your partner. At around 80 festively decorated stands, you can stock up on gifts, feast on a few Christmas delicacies, and get in the mood.

Christmas market on the Fraueninsel

What could be more romantic than a Christmas market in the middle of a small island? This is exactly what you will find on the Fraueninsel in Chiemsee. The Christmas market on Fraueninsel is a festive spectacle that resembles a romantic winter fairy tale.

And even the trip to the island itself is super romantic. You can easily get to the Prien am Chiemsee train station by public transport and from there to the Prien / Stock port. Then you take the ship over to Fraueninsel, where the wintry Christmas world is waiting for you.

Christmas market at Grünewald Castle

Another place on the list of the most romantic Christmas markets in Germany is the Christmas market in Grünewald Castle. The castle from the 15th century is located on the edge of the Bergisches Land, in the city of Solingen.

On the third and fourth weekend in Advent, the castle is transformed into an inviting meeting point for young and old. The Christmas market is well known even beyond the borders of North Rhine-Westphalia and has been voted one of the most beautiful Christmas markets in Germany several times.

Every weekend around 100 artisans gather here who want to sell their goods, which have been manufactured with great attention to detail. As for the gastronomic offer, you can look forward to typical delicacies such as chestnuts, mulled wine, tarte flambée, and lots of sweets.

Baroque Christmas market in Ludwigsburg

Next, we stop near Stuttgart, more precisely in the pretty town of Ludwigsburg. There is another romantic Christmas market in Germany that you shouldn’t miss.

The Ludwigsburg Baroque Christmas market on the 

market square is the highlight of the city every year. At the market in the former royal seat, you will find all sorts of original gift ideas that are great to put under the tree.

But also from a culinary point of view, the market is an absolute magnet for visitors. At the many food stalls, there is sizzling, roasted, and roasted food in all shapes and colors. The smell of Christmas delicacies is in the air everywhere and gives you a good appetite.

Christmas market in the Ravennaschlucht

Last but not least, I would like to recommend the Christmas market in the Ravennaschlucht to you. We’re talking about a gorge in the Black Forest where a Christmas market is held every year. The steep, wooded hills and the 40-meter high railway viaduct frame the market and create a unique backdrop.

The warming fire pits and the illuminated crib path exude a lot of romance and make this market so tempting. Remember to come on an empty stomach so that you can try as many regional specialties from the Black Forest as possible.