Strasbourg Christmas Markets 2026
Strasbourg · 8 markets
All 8 Strasbourg Christmas markets for 2026 on one map, with official dates, opening hours and what each square is best for.
By Amit KerenPlanning a trip to the Strasbourg Christmas market? This map shows all 8 official Christmas markets in Strasbourg for 2026, with dates and opening hours from the City of Strasbourg, exact locations and Google Maps directions.
When is the Strasbourg Christmas market in 2026? It runs from Friday 27 November to Thursday 24 December 2026. On the opening day it starts at 14:00, then it is open every day from 11:00 to 21:00, and on 24 December it closes at 18:00. Nothing is open on 25 December or over New Year.
Where are the Strasbourg Christmas markets? All 8 are on the Grande Île, the old town island, a 10 minute walk from the train station. Start at the historic Christkindelsmärik on Place Broglie, see the Great Tree on Place Kléber, then walk to the cathedral and on to Petite France. You can see all of them on foot in a day.
Event · Main market
27 Nov to 24 Dec 2026 · Daily 11:00-21:00 (27 Nov from 14:00, 24 Dec until 18:00)
The historic Strasbourg Christmas market, founded in 1570 and on Place Broglie since 1870, the oldest in France. A long row of chalets with ornaments, Alsatian bredle biscuits, gingerbread and mulled wine, between the Opera and City Hall.
Event · Christmas tree
27 Nov to 24 Dec 2026 · Daily 11:00-21:00 (27 Nov from 14:00, 24 Dec until 18:00)
The main square and home of the Grand Sapin, a giant natural tree from a sustainably managed forest. Every hour from 16:00 to 21:00 it lights up to music. The Village du Partage brings together charities here around the Soupe de l'Étoile.
Event · Main market
27 Nov to 24 Dec 2026 · Daily 11:00-21:00 (27 Nov from 14:00, 24 Dec until 18:00)
Chalets on Place de la Cathédrale and Place du Château, at the foot of the Gothic cathedral and the carved Maison Kammerzell. The busiest and most photographed market, best on a weekday morning.
Event · Food market
27 Nov to 24 Dec 2026 · Daily 11:00-21:00 (27 Nov from 14:00, 24 Dec until 18:00)
The Carré d'Or market around the Temple Neuf church, in the lit-up shopping streets between Place Kléber and the cathedral. A good stop for Alsatian treats like pretzels, flammekueche and white mulled wine.
Event · Neighbourhood market
27 Nov to 24 Dec 2026 · Daily 11:00-21:00 (27 Nov from 14:00, 24 Dec until 18:00)
The Petite France market on Place Benjamin-Zix and Place Saint-Thomas, among the half-timbered houses and canals of the old tanners' quarter. The prettiest setting in Strasbourg after dark.
Event · Food market
27 Nov to 24 Dec 2026 · Daily 11:00-21:00 (27 Nov from 14:00, 24 Dec until 18:00)
Alsatian bakers and winemakers on the Terrasse Rohan by the river Ill, behind the Palais Rohan. Come here for fresh bredle, kougelhopf and local wine.
Event · Alternative market
27 Nov to 24 Dec 2026 · Daily 11:00-21:00 (27 Nov from 14:00, 24 Dec until 18:00)
The alternative market, started in 2015, with stalls in shipping containers run by social and solidarity businesses: local designers, second-hand goods and fair trade.
Event · Family market
27 Nov to 24 Dec 2026 · Daily 11:00-21:00 (27 Nov from 14:00, 24 Dec until 18:00)
Les Irréductibles Petits Producteurs d'Alsace sell local farm food in Square Louise-Weiss in Petite France. The Advent Village here has free storytelling, workshops and concerts for families.
Recommended hotels
Old town, by the river Ill
Best for: Romantic stay
Four-star hotel in a restored 16th-century coaching inn with a half-timbered courtyard, a 5 minute walk from the cathedral.
Petite France
Best for: Canal views
A converted 17th-century mill on the canals of Petite France, with river views, a sauna and hammam.
Place Kléber
Best for: Christmas market base
Historic hotel with a spa right by Place Kléber and the Great Christmas Tree, with individually decorated rooms.
Grande Île, north of Place Kléber
Best for: Luxury
Five-star hotel on the historic island with a restaurant and gym, a few minutes from Place Broglie and Place Kléber.
Place de la Cathédrale
Best for: Cathedral views
Right on the cathedral square, with rooms that look straight at the cathedral or onto a Renaissance patio.
Between the cathedral and Petite France
Best for: Location
Small hotel with individually decorated, soundproofed rooms, a couple of minutes on foot from the cathedral square.
Between the station and Place Kléber
Best for: Arriving by train
Hotel with a wine bar and terrace, a 9 minute walk from the train station and next to the Homme de Fer tram stop.
South of Petite France
Best for: Quiet nights
Quiet hotel in a 17th-century building with a garden terrace, a 5 minute walk from the cathedral and 2 minutes from Petite France.
Rue du 22 Novembre
Best for: Good value
Modern design hotel with a bistro and free minibar soft drinks, 300 metres from Petite France.
Near the train station
Best for: Families
Reliable chain hotel between the station and Petite France, with a partner car park nearby. The cathedral is a 10 minute walk.
Recommended activities
2 hours
A guided walk through the markets with Alsatian tastings and the story behind them.
Book1.25 hours
See Petite France and the European Quarter from the river Ill.
BookFull day
Visit the Christmas markets of Colmar and the wine villages around it.
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