Christmas Market in Bennwihr

Meet Saint Nicholas and get ready for Christmas at the Bennwihr marché de la Saint-Nicolas (Saint Nicholas market): local produce, Christmas trees and Christmas decorations on the Place de la Mairie.

✨ Saturday 5 and Sunday 6 December 2026
📍 Place de la Mairie, 68630 Bennwihr
📞 03 89 73 23 23

The 2026 Christmas market in Bennwihr is fast approaching, offering an ideal opportunity to immerse yourself in the festive spirit. This traditional event, which will delight young and old alike, showcases local produce as well as Christmas trees and Christmas decorations. The highlight will undoubtedly be the eagerly awaited visit from Saint Nicholas at 16:00, who will amaze the children and bring back memories of times gone by. Meanwhile, visitors can warm up with a good meal, served in the warm in front of the fire station.

The 2026 Christmas market in Bennwihr promises to be a warm and festive event, ideal for spending memorable moments with family or friends. Organised by the Amicale des sapeurs-pompiers (firefighters’ association), this small traditional market honours local traditions and local produce. With its friendly atmosphere, Bennwihr is getting ready to experience the magic of the festive season.

The 2026 Christmas market at a glance

• Dates: Saturday 5 and Sunday 6 December 2026
• Opening hours: from 9:00; Saint Nicholas visits at 16:00
• Location: Place de la Mairie, 68630 Bennwihr
• Prices: free admission
• Organiser / contact: Amicale des sapeurs-pompiers – 03 89 73 23 23
• Parking: free private car park

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2026 dates and opening hours

• Saturday 5 December: from 9:00
• Sunday 6 December: from 9:00

The Christmas market in Bennwihr takes place over one weekend, just in time for the feast of Saint Nicholas. The closing time is not specified in the official calendar. Saint Nicholas’s visit is announced for 16:00: check with the organiser for the exact day.

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A celebration for the whole family

This traditional market is for young and old alike. Children eagerly await the arrival of Saint Nicholas, while parents take the opportunity to prepare for the festive season. Pets are welcome at the market.

Local produce and crafts

Visitors can stroll among stalls offering local produce, Christmas trees and decorations for the home. This market is the perfect opportunity to find a few gift ideas, choose your tree and support the region’s producers.

Saint Nicholas’s eagerly awaited visit

The Saint Nicholas tradition takes pride of place with a visit scheduled for 16:00. Eagerly awaited by children and adults alike, this moment is an occasion to celebrate sharing and joy, reinforcing the festive spirit of the market. It will delight those who wish to keep this lovely tradition alive and soak up the magic of Christmas.

A warm meeting place

The Bennwihr Christmas market is not just a commercial event, but also a time for conviviality and meeting people. Visitors can chat with the exhibitors and share a meal in the warm in front of the fire station, while enjoying a warm, family atmosphere. It is a place where bonds are formed and where everyone can enjoy moments of shared happiness.

The 2026 Christmas market in Bennwihr is an ideal event for anyone wishing to immerse themselves in the spirit of the festive season. Everyone will find something to enjoy in this friendly setting, while the visit from Saint Nicholas will add a touch of magic to the celebration. Browsing the stalls, the charm of local produce will awaken childhood memories while helping to forge new bonds with the community. It is the perfect opportunity to come together around values such as conviviality, sharing and a love of tradition. This market is much more than a simple gathering: it is an invitation to celebrate the beauty of Christmas together and to appreciate life’s simple pleasures.

Information taken from the official calendar of Alsace Christmas markets, checked on 23 October 2026. Opening hours may change: please check the organiser’s website before you travel.

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