The best winter and Christmas markets in Bremen 2024
👢 The festive season is lacing up your winter boots, the mulled wine pots are heating up and you're looking for the best Christmas markets in Bremen 2024?
Then you've come to the right place!
From Bremen city center to Überseestadt, from the traditional Christmas market on Rathausplatz to the cozy winter village in Findorff - we have put together the top Christmas markets in Bremen for you. 🎄
🔔 Jingle bells, jingle bells, jingle bells rock... 🔔
🤶 Imagine strolling through a Bremen Christmas market, the scent of cinnamon and pine needles floating in the air, while the lights of the Schlachte glitter in the water of the Weser. Doesn't that sound like the perfect winter evening? Mulled wine, roasted almonds and lots of festive magic await you! Grab your mug of mulled wine & let us guide you through the most magical Christmas and winter markets in Bremen! 🕯
Whether you're looking for opening times, the best stalls or just the perfect Christmas atmosphere - we have all the information you need. From the 44th DRK Christmas market in the city center to the Scandinavian Christmas market with Nordic flair - you're guaranteed to find your very own Christmas hotspot here! ✨
🧣 Grab your scarf, put on your warm socks and let's dive into Bremen's most festive side together. From the HafenWiehnacht in Überseestadt to the cozy Vegesack winter fun - pure Christmas magic awaits you here
Who knows, maybe you'll discover your new favorite Christmas market or find the perfect gift for your difficult Aunt Erna.
One thing's for sure: this tour will make you the ultimate Christmas market pro in Bremen! 😇
Findorffer Winterdorf
🚂 In 2024, the Findorf Winter Village will be the first Christmas market to open its mulled wine stalls. And with its duration from 8 November to January, it is also one of the longest-running Christmas markets in Bremen. Surrounded by the charm of the historic Jan Reiner locomotive, you can enjoy delicious mulled wine, munch on food and meet all kinds of great people.
44. DRK Weihnachtsmarkt
Christmas magic and commitment: 44 years of browsing, marveling and helping at the DRK market in Bremen. The DRK Christmas market in Bremen starts on November 22nd in the lower town hall. Experience an atmospheric Christmas market, be inspired & do something good. 💖
Bremer Weihnachtsmarkt
💜 The kingpin among Bremen's Christmas and winter markets! Just a few days after the DRK Christmas Market, the Bremen Christmas Market starts on Rathausplatz and impresses with traditional crafts, beautiful rides, beautiful lights and a unique backdrop. Anyone who only drinks a mulled wine here has only themselves to blame.
Schlachte-Zauber an der Weserpromenade Bremen
At the same time, the magic of the Christmas market on the Schlachte unfolds. Here you can experience a wonderful Christmas market in a dreamy maritime ambience where you will find beautiful gifts, good cheer and a Christmassy atmosphere. ⚓
Vegesacker Winterspaß 2024
🎄 On the same day, but in the center of Vegesack, you will find a Christmas village in a wintry atmosphere with treats and a varied program for young and old.
Skandinavischer Weihnachtsmarkt
And if the weather is wet rather than cold in the classic Bremen way, then this Christmas market under the protective roof of the Lloyd Passage may be the best solution for your Christmas market cravings. ⛄
Lichter der Neustadt
From 27.11. onwards, the Neustadt will once again be filled with Christmas spirit and you can visit and experience a little Christmas dream in a lovingly designed area in front of the Südbad. 💡
HafenWiehnacht - Weihnachtsmarkt Überseestadt
📅 The 2nd Advent weekend comes with an exclusive Christmas market that is only open for this very weekend. Maritime, rustic and cozy, a small village of huts welcomes you at Speicher XI in Überseestadt. If you want to sip a mulled wine here, you should set a reminder in your calendar.
👐 Now you're all set for a stroll through pre-Christmas Bremen!
We hope you enjoyed our little guide. But remember: the Christmas markets are just the beginning of the winter fun in Bremen!
😏 And if you've had your fill of mulled wine, you can find even more great winter events in Bremen in our app.
From concerts that will make your ears ring, to theater performances that will transport you to other worlds, to exhibitions that will broaden your horizons - there's something for everyone in the Rausgegangen app. And the best thing? You can even buy tickets directly in the app or, with a bit of luck, win coveted guest list places!
⛄ We wish you a wonderful winter time full of magical moments, whether at the Christmas market or at one of the many other events in Bremen. And who knows - maybe we'll see you at the next event!
P.S.: Don't forget to follow us on Instagram @rausgegangenbremen for the latest updates and insider tips. See you soon and stay rausgegangen!
Frequently asked questions about Christmas and winter markets in Bremen
Here you will find quick & short answers to the most frequently asked questions about Christmas markets in Bremen. If you have a question that you think many others have the same question about, feel free to send us a DM on Instagram.
When will the Christmas markets in Bremen open in 2024?
The Findorf Winter Village will kick off this year on November 8, 2024, but most Christmas markets in Bremen, including the Bremen Christmas Market on Marktplatz and the Schlachte Magic, will open on November 25, 2024. ⏰
Which are the most popular Christmas markets in Bremen?
The best-known Christmas markets in Bremen are the Bremen Christmas market around the market square, the Schlachte-Zauber on the Weser promenade, the Findorff winter village and the Vegesack winter fun. 🥰
What are the opening hours of Bremen's Christmas markets?
Bremen's Christmas market on the market square is open Monday to Thursday from 10 am to 8:30 pm, on Fridays and Saturdays until 9 pm and on Sundays from 11 am to 8:30 pm. The Schlachte-Zauber opens daily from 11 am. For the exact opening times of all other markets - just scroll up. 😏
What makes the Bremen Christmas market special?
Bremen's Christmas market is considered one of the most beautiful in Germany. It impresses with its historic backdrop at the UNESCO World Heritage Town Hall and Roland, over 170 festively decorated stalls and romantic lighting.
What attractions are there at the Schlachte-Zauber?
The Schlachte-Zauber offers a medieval ambience with historic ships, craftsmen, jugglers and traditional taverns. Visitors can immerse themselves in the atmosphere of the Hanseatic era & store for handmade gifts for their loved ones at home.
Is there a Christmas market in Bremen that is open longer?
Yes, the Findorf Winter Village in Bremen is already open from November 8, offers Christmas flair every day from 5 p.m. and lasts until January.