Discover Stuttgart's coziest Christmas markets in Advent!

Discover Stuttgart's coziest Christmas markets in Advent!

Stuttgart has the pre-Christmas season fully under control. From November 20th to February 1st, 2025, numerous winter and Christmas markets will attract visitors with a festive atmosphere and culinary delicacies. The Stuttgart Christmas market, one of the oldest and largest in Europe, runs from November 26th to December 23rd and features over 280 stalls selling typical Christmas treats such as mulled wine, bratwurst and gingerbread. Visitors from Switzerland and France in particular flock to this event, while local residents often find the crowds between Marktplatz and Schillerplatz to be overcrowded, as the Stuttgart Newspaper reported.

For those who prefer something a little quieter, Stuttgart also offers a number of smaller markets, most of which only last a day or two. These markets, often organized around neighborhoods and districts, include a mix of handmade products, culinary delights and festive activities.

Small Christmas markets in Stuttgart

Here are some of the most charming little Christmas markets taking place in the coming weeks:

• Stuttgarter Waldweihnacht am Haus des Waldes
  Datum: 5. und 6. Dezember
  Uhrzeiten: 5. Dezember, 15-19 Uhr; 6. Dezember, 11-19 Uhr
  Ort: Haus des Waldes, Königsträßle 74, Stuttgart-Degerloch
  Aktivitäten: Winterwaldbummel, weihnachtliche Leckereien, Handwerkermarkt, Märchen- und Geschichtenzelt, Waldwerkstatt für Kinder.
• Adventszauber im Heusteigviertel: Weihnachtsmarkt auf dem Mozartplatz
  Datum: 14. Dezember
  Uhrzeiten: 13-19 Uhr
  Ort: Mozartplatz, Stuttgart-Süd
  Aktivitäten: Verkauf von handgemachten Produkten, Waffelbacken, Lebkuchen verzieren, Musik vom Trio Bergkamel.
• Christbaumloben und Advent am Rathaus
  Datum: 5. Dezember
  Uhrzeiten: Christbaumloben ab 17:30 Uhr, Christmas-Party ab 20 Uhr; Advent am Rathaus am 6. Dezember, 10-19 Uhr
  Ort: Bezirksrathaus Degerloch, Große Falterstraße 2, Stuttgart-Degerloch
  Aktivitäten: Christbaumloben, Glühwein, Kreativmarkt, Weihnachtskonzert.
• Christkindlesmarkt in Möhringen
  Datum: 29. November
  Uhrzeiten: 11-18 Uhr
  Ort: Martinskirche, Oberdorfplatz 14, Stuttgart-Möhringen
  Aktivitäten: 41 Stände mit Handgemachtem, Bratwurst, Waffeln, Glühwein, Nikolaus verteilt Päckchen.
• Niklasmarkt in Bad Cannstatt
  Datum: 6. Dezember
  Uhrzeiten: 9-18 Uhr
  Ort: Marktstraße, Stuttgart Bad Cannstatt
  Aktivitäten: Verkauf von Selbstgemachtem, Posaunenchor, Nikolausbesuch.
• Hobby-Künstler-Weihnachtsmarkt in Wangen
  Datum: 29. November
  Uhrzeiten: 10-19:30 Uhr
  Ort: Treff 347 (Wangener Begegnungsstätte), Ulmer Straße 347, Stuttgart-Wangen
  Aktivitäten: Verkauf von selbstgemachten Produkten, Nikolausbesuch, Bastelangebote für Kinder.

But that's not all. Also that one Winter flea market in the Wouahou winter village and other markets offer a variety of experiences. For example, the Punch Forest in Milaneo, which offers warm drinks and winter delicacies.

The atmosphere of the Stuttgart Christmas markets is characterized by festive lighting, the scent of cinnamon and pine needles. As the official website of the city of Stuttgart describes, the city center is transformed into an enchanting winter landscape that fascinates both locals and tourists alike. One of the most important highlights of the market is the opening ceremony in the courtyard of the Old Castle.

While some Christmas markets remain open after Christmas, others only offer special experiences for a short time. The anticipation of the festive season is palpable and the variety of offers ensures that there is something for every taste.