{"id":11813,"date":"2023-07-12T12:00:54","date_gmt":"2023-07-12T12:00:54","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/christmasmarkets.io\/?p=11813"},"modified":"2024-04-28T13:00:05","modified_gmt":"2024-04-28T13:00:05","slug":"weihnachtsmarkt-st-gallen-christmas-market","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/christmasmarkets.io\/switzerland\/weihnachtsmarkt-st-gallen-christmas-market\/","title":{"rendered":"St Gallen Christmas Market 2024: A Swiss Weihnachtsmarkt"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

The St Gallen Christmas Market adds a cosy winter atmosphere in the heart of the city. Interesting stalls present a blend of local crafts and gastronomic specialties.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In this article, I share details to help you plan a visit, including the dates, opening times and where to see the 700 stars illuminating the city during Advent.<\/p>\n\n\n

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St Gallen Christmas Market<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The Weihnachtsmarkt, or Christmas market in St Gallen, has pretty stalls where you can find ornate Swiss crafts, fresh gingerbread and traditional mulled wine.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

With its baroque architecture, the illuminated Cathedral of St Gallen makes for a beautiful backdrop to the festivities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Dates and Location<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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St Gallen Christmas Market dates:<\/strong> 28th November to 24th December 2024 (unconfirmed).
City of Stars:<\/strong> 28th November 2024 to 6th January 2025 (unconfirmed).
Location:<\/strong> Waaghaus, Bohl and Marktgasse.
Opening times:<\/strong> Monday to Friday: 11am to 7pm. Saturday and Sunday: 11am to 6pm. Christmas Eve: 10am to 4pm.
Food stalls:<\/strong> Monday to Friday: 11am to 8:30pm. Thursday: Until 10pm. Saturday: 11am to 7:30pm. Sunday: 11am to 7pm. Christmas Eve: 10am to 4pm.
Christmas Day:<\/strong> Closed.
Admission:<\/strong> Free, no tickets required.
Childcare:<\/strong> Wednesday and Saturday: 1:30pm to 5pm, at Waaghaus.
St Gallen Christmas paper:<\/strong> Available at the tourist information centre.
Santa:<\/strong> No.
Ice skating:<\/strong> No.
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, but not recommended.
Parking:<\/strong> Please take public transport to help limit congestion.
Reason to visit:<\/strong>\u00a0A UNESCO World Heritage Site providing a historical backdrop; Swiss craftsmanship on display; regional culinary specialties.
Specialities:<\/strong> St Gallen bratwurst; biberli gingerbread; r\u00f6sti; Swiss fondue; raclette; spiced mulled wine; sch\u00fcblig sausages.
Where to stay:<\/strong> Hotel Walhalla<\/a> is a popular hotel, 8-minutes from the centre square.<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n

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

A great place to stay is Hotel Walhalla<\/a>, which has excellent ratings and an enviable location near Waaghaus.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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For a round-up of the most popular and best Christmas markets in Switzerland<\/a>, make sure to explore my guide, which I’ve designed to help you create the perfect Swiss itinerary.<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n

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