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Since 1570, Strasbourg has held its Christkindelsmärik every winter, one of the oldest Christmas markets in Europe. In 2026, eight markets set up in the historic centre, from the Place Broglie to the foot of the cathedral, with the Grand Sapin (Great Christmas Tree) on the Place Kléber as the meeting point.
✨ From Friday 27 November to Thursday 24 December 2026
📍 Historic centre of Strasbourg (Grande Île), 67000 Strasbourg
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The Strasbourg Christmas market, a capital in festive mood
Every winter, the Strasbourg Christmas market turns the historic centre into a city of lights. This page is updated every year as soon as the official announcement is made: here you will find the 2026 dates and opening hours, the location of the eight markets, how to get there and our tips for enjoying it without the crowds.
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The 2026 Christmas market at a glance
- Dates: from Friday 27 November to Thursday 24 December 2026
- Opening hours: every day from 11:00 to 21:00 (opens at 14:00 on 27 November, closes at 18:00 on 24 December)
- Location: eight markets in the historic centre, from the Place Broglie to the Petite France
- Price: free access
- Getting there: tram lines A, C, D and F; park-and-ride car parks at €4.20 per day, return tram trip included
- On 25 December: no chalets are open, and this remains the case until New Year
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The 2026 edition of the Strasbourg Christmas market runs from Friday 27 November to Thursday 24 December 2026. The chalets keep the following hours:
- Friday 27 November (opening day): 14:00 to 21:00
- Every day, Monday to Sunday: 11:00 to 21:00
- Thursday 24 December (closing day): 11:00 to 18:00
No chalets are open on 25 December or until New Year.
The 8 markets and where to find them
The Christmas market does not occupy a single square: it is a trail of eight markets, each with its own atmosphere.
- Christkindelsmärik: Place Broglie, the historic market
- Autour de la Cathédrale (around the cathedral): Place de la Cathédrale and Place du Château
- Au pied du Grand Sapin (at the foot of the Great Christmas Tree): Place Kléber
- La Petite France: Place Benjamin-Zix and Place Saint-Thomas
- Le marché du Carré d’Or: Place du Temple-Neuf
- Le Quai des Délices: Terrasse Rohan, Place du Marché-aux-Poissons
- Les Irréductibles Petits Producteurs d’Alsace (Alsace’s indomitable small producers): Square Louise-Weiss
- Le marché OFF: Place Grimmeissen
Map of the Strasbourg Christmas market
Getting there and parking
Motor vehicles are banned from the Grande Île during the market, and access checks are set up at the entrance to the bridges. The simplest options:
- By tram: lines A, C, D and F serve the area around the market squares.
- By car: park in a park-and-ride car park (P+R): €4.20 per day, with a return tram trip included for all passengers in the vehicle.
- By train: from Strasbourg station, the historic centre can be reached on foot or by tram.
What to eat and drink
From chalet to chalet, you can taste white or red mulled wine, gingerbread and bredele, the little Alsatian Christmas biscuits. Every drink is served in a cup with a €1 deposit: return it to any chalet selling drinks to get your euro back, or keep it as a souvenir.
Practical information
- Dogs: allowed on a lead in the aisles; visiting with a pet is not recommended on Saturdays and Sundays because of the crowds.
- Reduced mobility: the City lends wheelchairs and walking frames free of charge and offers adapted guided tours.
- Toilets: accessible toilets are installed within the market area.
- Security: access checks take place at the entrance to the bridges, so bring a light bag.
Our tips for avoiding the crowds
- Come on a weekday, as soon as it opens at 11:00: Saturdays and Sundays are the busiest days.
- Leave the car at a park-and-ride and take the tram: the centre is closed to traffic.
- Book your accommodation early: where to stay in Strasbourg during the Christmas market.
- Fancy a more intimate market? Discover all the Christmas markets in Alsace.
Frequently asked questions
What are the dates of the 2026 Strasbourg Christmas market?
The 2026 Strasbourg Christmas market takes place from Friday 27 November to Thursday 24 December 2026.
What are the opening hours of the Strasbourg Christmas market?
The chalets are open every day from 11:00 to 21:00. On opening day, 27 November, they open at 14:00; on 24 December, they close at 18:00.
Is the Strasbourg Christmas market free?
Yes, access to the market squares is free: you only pay for what you buy.
Is the Christmas market open on 25 December?
No: no chalets are open on 25 December, or until New Year.
Where can I park for the Strasbourg Christmas market?
In a park-and-ride car park (P+R): €4.20 per day, with a return tram trip included for all passengers. The Grande Île is closed to motor vehicles.
Are dogs allowed at the Christmas market?
Yes, on a lead. Visiting with a pet is not recommended at weekends because of the crowds.
Page updated every year as soon as the official announcement is made. Dates and opening hours checked with the City of Strasbourg on 23 October 2026.
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