{"id":11510,"date":"2023-07-06T07:09:45","date_gmt":"2023-07-06T07:09:45","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/christmasmarkets.io\/?p=11510"},"modified":"2024-05-02T01:37:58","modified_gmt":"2024-05-02T01:37:58","slug":"mainz-christmas-market","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/christmasmarkets.io\/germany\/mainz-christmas-market\/","title":{"rendered":"Mainz Christmas Market 2024: Famous Advent Calendar"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

As the capital and largest city of Rhineland-Palatinate, Mainz is brimming with centuries-old buildings, charming cobblestone streets and a vibrant cultural scene that grows more pronounced during Christmas. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

In this guide, I’ll walk you through all the essentials you need to navigate the 2024 Mainz Christmas Market, touching upon official dates, opening hours and regional specialities.<\/p>\n\n\n

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Mainz Christmas Market<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Since 1788, the market has been situated among half-timbered buildings with a beautifully decorated Christmas tree at its centre. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Over 100 festively decorated stalls attract locals and tourists, selling everything from handmade crafts to seasonal foods.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The market hosts a visual Advent Calendar every year, where daily surprises are revealed in the town hall windows.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

An ice rink adds to the market’s appeal, while a live Nativity scene is another highlight.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Dates and Location<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Mainz Christmas Market dates:<\/strong> 28th November to 23rd December 2024 (unconfirmed).
Location:<\/strong> Marktplatz.
Opening times:<\/strong> Sunday to Thursday: 11am to 8:30pm. Friday and Saturday: 11am to 9pm.
Christmas Day:<\/strong> Closed.
Admission:<\/strong> Free.
Christmas lights:<\/strong> Yes, switch on date: 28th November (unconfirmed).
Santa:<\/strong> No.
Ice skating:<\/strong> Yes, at Mainzer Eisbahn.
Vegetarian:<\/strong> Yes, plenty of options.
Vegan:<\/strong> Yes, plenty of options.
Gluten-free:<\/strong> Yes, but limited.
Accessible:<\/strong> Yes.
Pet-friendly:<\/strong> Yes, dogs are allowed on a lead.
Parking:<\/strong> Please take public transport to help limit congestion.
Reason to visit:<\/strong>\u00a0Largest Advent calendar in Rhineland-Palatinate.
Specialities:<\/strong> Mainzer zwiebelwurst and regional wines like the Sp\u00e4tburgunder and Riesling.
Where to stay:<\/strong> Erbacher Hof<\/a> is an excellent hotel choice near Marktplatz.<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n

Convenient Hotels<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

The Old Town district is the ideal base for your visit to Mainz. Erbacher Hof<\/a> is an excellent choice in this area due to its location and top ratings from past guests.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Germany has many incredible winter destinations. Find a list of the best Christmas markets in Germany<\/a> if you’d like to add to your itinerary this year.<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n

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