Munich Christmas Market | Munich
Celebration
The Munich Christmas Market (Münchner Christkindlmarkt) will be held from November 24th to December 24th, 2025, in Marienplatz. Here you can learn about the unique aspects of the Christmas market, the activities and programs, and why you absolutely must visit.
The Christmas market is said to have originated in the 14th century—the so-called St. Nicholas Market. The earliest recorded "Nicolas Market" appeared in 1642, near the Schöner Turm on Kaufingerstraße. During the Enlightenment, the "Nicolas Market" was renamed "Christ Market" in 1806, and after several relocations, it found a permanent location in the city center in 1972, named "Munich Christ Market".
As the 25-meter-tall Christmas tree with 3,000 candles shone brightly, the aroma of mulled wine filled the air, and the angels' hair glittered, the magic of Christmas filled the heart of Munich, the state capital.