Ulm – Ulm Christmas market 2026
What to expect
The Ulm Christmas market 2026 begins on Thursday, 19 November 2026, with the pre-opening on Münsterplatz and runs until Tuesday, 22 December 2026. The official opening follows on Monday, 23 November 2026. The market is closed on Remembrance Sunday, 22 November 2026.
Ulm Christmas market 2026: Dates and opening hours
According to Tourismus Ulm/Neu-Ulm, the market is open from 10:00 to 20:30 each day from Monday to Sunday. So you can easily visit after work during the week too. Different opening hours for individual days have not yet been published. Please also note that the market is closed on Sunday, 22 November, for Remembrance Sunday. This gives you just over four weeks to visit.
Around 130 stalls in front of the Minster
More than 130 stalls line the area in front of Ulm Minster. According to the organisers, the selection is carefully curated: you can find, for example, ceramics, regional specialities and sustainable gift ideas. There are also new stalls selling arts and crafts and design. Afterwards, it is worth looking up at the world's tallest church tower, which towers over the square.
Highlights at the Ulm Christmas market 2026
A highlight for families is the living nativity scene with real animals. There are also musical performances at the Minster portal. A detailed programme with individual dates has not yet been published, so it is worth checking the official website before you visit. The setting in front of the Minster is especially atmospheric in the evening, when the stalls are lit up.
History of the market
Its roots go back a long way: according to Tourismus Ulm/Neu-Ulm, the market originated in the 14 century as an annual and winter market. Today, the Ulm Christmas market 2026 is one of the major Advent markets in Baden-Württemberg. As a result, it attracts visitors from across the region.
Getting there and further information
Münsterplatz is in the centre of Ulm, just a few minutes' walk from the main railway station. You can find all the latest information on the official Tourismus Ulm/Neu-Ulm website. You can also discover other markets near you with the funfair and Christmas market finder.
Highlights at a glance
What Ulmer Weihnachtsmarkt has to offer
- Opening / ceremonial keg tapping
- Live Nativity Scene / Nativity Scene Exhibition
- Arts and crafts
More to experience in Ulm
AdvertisingProgramme & dates
- Thu19NovPre-opening on MünsterplatzMünsterplatz
- Mon23NovOfficial opening of the Ulm Christmas marketMünsterplatz
Impressions
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Frequently asked questions
When does the Ulm Christmas market 2026 take place?
From Thursday, 19 November to Tuesday, 22 December 2026. The official opening is on Monday, 23 November 2026.
What are the opening hours?
According to Tourismus Ulm/Neu-Ulm, daily from Monday to Sunday, 10:00 to 20:30.
Is there a day when it is closed?
Yes, the market is closed on Remembrance Sunday, 22 November 2026.
Where is the market?
On Münsterplatz in central Ulm, 89073 Ulm.
How many stalls are there?
Over 130 stalls, including ceramics, regional specialities, sustainable gift ideas, arts and crafts, and design.
What makes it special?
The living nativity scene with real animals and the musical performances at the Minster portal.
