Strasbourg Christmas Market, known as Christkindelsmärik in Alsatian, is one of Europe’s oldest and most popular winter markets. Its fairytale location and world-famous mulled wine attract many visitors.
In this guide, you’ll find the confirmed dates for 2024, opening times and Alsatian specialties.
Strasbourg Christmas Market 2024
Dates – Confirmed
Strasbourg Christmas Market dates: 27th November to 27th December 2024 (confirmed).
Update: Dates were announced in January. Sign up for our newsletter for future updates.
Source: Dates are obtained directly from the event organiser’s website, available here.
Plan Your Visit
Location and Times
Location: Place Kléber and in the surrounding streets and squares.
Opening times: 11:30am to 9pm.
Christmas Day: Closed.
Amenities and Attractions
Admission: Free.
Christmas lights: Yes, switch on date: 27th November.
Santa: No.
Ice skating: No.
Reason to Visit: The 30 metre high tree in Place Kléber. History dating back to 1570.
Travel and Accommodation
Recommended tour: An Alsatian food and city tour.
Travel tips: Try to include a side trip to Colmar which is only 30 minutes away by train. Take a this popular tour to see multiple towns.
Where to stay: Two minutes from Place Kléber is Hannong Hotel, a lovely hotel with an in-house wine bar.
Dietary Options
Vegetarian: Yes, plenty of options.
Vegan: Yes, plenty of options.
Gluten free: Limited. Ask individual vendors, but beware of cross-contamination.
Food specialities: A variety of mulled wines, tarte flambée, gourmet pretzels, raclette, Riesling, hot cider.
Accessibility
Accessible: Yes.
Pet-friendly: Yes, but not recommended during busy periods.
Convenient Hotels
The Grande-Île is one of the most popular areas to stay in because it is near Place Kléber, the famous Petite-France district and many other places of interest. I suggest staying at Hannong Hotel in this area.
My full hotels in Strasbourg guide has additional options for various budgets.
More winter destinations are covered in my French Christmas Markets List.
Or spend more time in the region at a place on my Alsace Christmas Markets List.
Recommended Tours
If this is your first time in Strasbourg, I recommend taking this tour of Strasbourg’s historic centre. It’s a great introduction to the city and Alsatian history.
If a gourmet food tour is more your thing, this popular food tour is a great choice. A guide takes you around Strasbourg’s food markets where you can sample several Alsatian specialties.
Location Map
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Christmas in Strasbourg
As the Capital of Christmas, Strasbourg’s markets take place across more than 10 locations and 300 wooden chalets in the historic Grande Île district.
The largest and most popular market is in Place Kléber, where you’ll find the Great Christmas Tree, a 30-metre-tall tree decorated with colourful ornaments and lights.
Food Specialties
- Choucroute garnie: A platter with sauerkraut, charcuterie and pickles.
- Flammekueche: Also known as tarte flambée, this is a tasty cross between pizza and a tart.
- Baeckeoffe: Slow-cooked casserole with meat, potatoes and Alsatian white wine.
- Kouglof: A distinctive small rum-soaked cake.
- Bredele: Small, round Christmas in flavours such as almond, anise and chocolate.
- Fleischnacka: Minced meat rolled into thin sheets of pasta, sliced and cooked in broth.
At the Market Stalls
- Vin chaud: Delicious mulled wine served in a commemorative mug.
- Hot white wine à l’Alsacienne: A local variation of mulled wine.
- Mannele: On Saint Nicholas Day, grab one of these brioche buns. They’re shaped like little people, with chocolate or raisins for eyes, often paired with hot chocolate.
- Pretzels: No trip to a Germanic region is complete without tasting the ubiquitous bretzel, with toppings like coarse salt, sesame seeds or cheese.
- Lebkuchen: Originating from Germany, lebkuchen is a type of soft gingerbread.
- Roasted chestnuts: Found at the markets or in the street.
- Gewürztraminer hot chocolate: Creamy hot chocolate combined with slightly sweet wine.
- Saucisse de Montbéliard: Smoked pork sausages from the neighbouring region of Franche-Comté, grilled and served on a fresh baguette.
- Marrons glacés: Candied chestnuts.
What to Buy
- Alsatian pottery: Handcrafted in hues of blue and white.
- Ornaments: Usually made from glass or wood.
- Nativity scenes: Known locally as ‘crèches,’ these traditional nativity scenes are miniature representations of the birth of Christ.
- Local wine: You’ll find bottles of Riesling, Gewürztraminer and Pinot Noir among others.
- Handmade toys: Wooden animals, colourful puzzles and stuffed toys.
- Table linens: Hand-embroidered tablecloths and serviettes.
Sustainable Travel Ideas
- Public Transport and Cycline: Explore the city on trams or buses or rent a bike. Velhop is the city’s bike-sharing system.
- Eco hotels: Book a hotel that is working towards sustainability.
- Food Waste: When ordering, be mindful of portion sizes. Look for places with the ‘Zéro Gaspillage’ or ‘Zero Waste’ sign.
- Ethical Produce: When buying gifts and souvenirs, consider their source and production methods.
- Sustainable Diet: Stalls and restaurants offer locally sourced, organic and vegetarian options.
- Digital Tickets: For attractions, public transport, or events, try to use digital tickets instead of printed ones.
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Recommendations are independently chosen based on personal travel experiences and extensive research. While we make every effort to provide accurate information, the dates and details listed here should not be relied upon. Please consult the official website before booking your trip or planning a visit.
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