{"id":953,"date":"2023-05-02T09:36:42","date_gmt":"2023-05-02T09:36:42","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/christmasmarkets.io\/?p=953"},"modified":"2023-10-12T23:08:27","modified_gmt":"2023-10-12T23:08:27","slug":"dresden-christmas-market","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/christmasmarkets.io\/germany\/dresden-christmas-market\/","title":{"rendered":"Dresden Christmas Market 2023: The Best in Germany"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Germany has so many wonderful Christmas markets, but if I had to choose the very best, it would be Dresden Christmas Market. You can\u2019t beat the incredible beauty of Dresden\u2019s baroque Old Town (Altstadt) with the rebuilt Frauenkirche, Br\u00fchl’s Terraces, the Opera and the incredible Zwinger.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In this guide, I share the confirmed Christmas market dates and opening times for 2023.<\/p>\n\n\n

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As you walk around the Christmas markets in Dresden, the scent of mulled wine and gingerbread is strong and inviting, tempting you to linger and explore the chalets. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The fairy lights and (occasionally) snow-dusted stalls create a magical atmosphere that envelops you in a winter wonderland. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The warm smiles of the vendors and the sound of live music echoing through the cobblestone streets truly make you feel the spirit of the season in this charming German city.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Dresden Christmas Market 2023<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Stepping into Dresden’s Christmas markets, you’ll find yourself immersed in centuries of tradition, as Striezelmarkt is the oldest in Europe and possibly the largest in Germany. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Exploring the variety of markets, you’ll encounter the enchanting Frauenkirche Christmas Market steeped in tradition and the more intimate Romantic Christmas Market, perfect for a more relaxing experience. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

With such a rich history and diverse selection, Dresden’s Christmas markets provide the perfect setting for you to discover the true essence of a European Christmas.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Dates and Location<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Dresden Christmas Market dates:<\/strong> 29th November to 24th December 2023.
Location:<\/strong> Striezelmarkt is located at Altmarkt but there are 11 Christmas markets in Dresden.
Opening times:<\/strong> 10am to 9pm.
Christmas Day:<\/strong> Closed.
After Christmas:<\/strong> Christmas market in Dresden’s Neumarkt, Augustusmarkt and in the Stallhof continue until the beginning of January 2024.
Admission:<\/strong> Free.
Christmas lights:<\/strong> Yes, switch on date: 29th November 2023.
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, dogs are allowed on a lead.
Reason to visit:<\/strong> The Striezelmarkt is the oldest Christmas market in Germany. Dresden is one of the most affordable cities in Germany and great value at Christmas.
Recommended tour:<\/strong> Dresden Advent tour<\/a> is a city tour with stops at three Christmas markets plus you get to try the famous Dresden stollen and drink mulled wine.
Specialties:<\/strong> Dresden stollen sweet bread, hot cider instead of mulled wine and Dresden rahmklecks, a local bread topped with savoury fillings.
Dresden weather in winter:<\/strong> Temperatures average 5\u00b0C \/ 0\u00b0C (high \/ low) in December.
Where to stay:<\/strong>
Townhouse Dresden<\/a>, located in the absolute heart of the Altstadt next to the Frauenkirche.<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n

Hotels near Dresden Christmas Market<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

In Dresden, you’ll want to stay in the Altstadt to be within easy access to the Christmas markets and the most interesting city sights. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

This is why I suggest staying at Townhouse Dresden<\/a>. This hotel is located in the absolute centre of Altstadt, directly on Neumarkt, which is the location of one of the Christmas markets and a short walk to Striezelmarkt.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

If you’d prefer to stay elsewhere, this guide to hotels near Dresden Christmas Market<\/a> lists the city’s best places to stay for all budgets. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Location of Striezelmarkt Christmas Market<\/h3>\n\n\n\n