International Christmas Market Essen International Christmas Market Essen
International Christmas Market Essen International Christmas Market Essen

Inter­national Christmas Market Essen

The pre-Christmas magic

Essen makes Christmas dreams come true

15 November to 23 December 2024

Immerse yourself in a sea of lights and scents: The scent of roasted almonds, mulled wine and international delicacies attracts visitors from all over the world to Essen's festively decorated city centre. As one of the most beautiful and sustainable Christmas markets in Europe, recognised by European Best Destinations, it offers a unique atmosphere that combines tradition and modernity.

You can vote again this year and help Essen's Christmas market win the title of ‘Best Christmas Market 2025 in Europe’. Voting runs until 27 November 2024 and voting is possible once per day per IP. To the voting

Experience handmade goods, culinary highlights and the magical weeks of light that have made Essen shine for 75 years. Let yourself be enchanted by the zoo of light, the historic medieval market and many other attractions.

EMG - Essen Marketing GmbH wishes you a wonderful Christmas season!

Opening hours

15 November – 23 December 2024
daily from 11am to 9pm
Fridays and Saturdays from 11am to 10pm

15.12.2024 Sunday shopping in the city centre

Tuesdays = student day
Wednesdays = family day

Excluded from this
24.11.2024 (Sunday of the Dead) the market will be closed all day

European Best Christmas Market 2025 Voting

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Impressions of the International Christmas Market Essen

Sustainable Christmas market with an award

In the spirit of the "European Green Capital 2017", sustainability plays a major role at the International Christmas Market. This year, the Essen Christmas Market was also recognised as the ‘ Best Sustainable Christmas Market in Europe ’ by the travel portal ‘European Best Destinations’!

  • Only ‘green electricity’ from our partner E.ON is used.
  • All caterers refrain from using disposable dishes for on-site consumption. Instead, reusable dishes will be available for a deposit and chips/churros will be served in paper bags.
  • There is a deposit system for cups, glasses and plates.
  • There is an absolute ban on plastic bags.
  • The organisers attach great importance to regional, fair trade and organic products as well as a good ecological balance when choosing suppliers.
Best Sustainable Christmas Market in Europe | © Rosalyn Heiß / EMG

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