Imagine the delightful aromas of mulled wine and rum punch, roasted almonds, Nuremberg bratwurst, and gingerbread wafting through the air at the Nuremberg Christmas Market. Make your way to Nuremberg and explore the renowned Imperial Castle (a significant landmark), the fascinating medieval city, and the stunning Gothic churches.
Tourist Information
| First Mention | 1628 |
| Type | Christmas Market |
| Getting there | By air: Nuremberg Airport (NUE) Nürnberg Flughafen By train: The main train station is located right next to the old city By car: Nuremberg is connected to the major German “Autobahn” network (A3, A6, A73, A9). By ship: The Port of Nuremberg is about 6 km southwest of the old town. By bus: The main bus station is near the main train station. (Eurolines has many connections to Nuremberg from different locations in Europe.) |
| Program / Opening dates | It is opposite the main railway station Königstraße 93 90402 Nürnberg tourismus@nuernberg.de |
| Nuremberg Tourist Office | Is opposite the main railway station Königstraße 93 90402 Nürnberg tourismus@nuernberg.de |
| Location | Hauptplatz Square, Nuremberg, Bavaria, Germany, Europe |
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Nuremberg Christmas Market (Christkindlesmarkt) is one of the largest Christmas markets in Germany and one of the most famous in the world.
The opening ceremony is presented by the glamorous Christkind, who recites her famous Christmas speech to people who gather in the Main Market Square.
Don’t miss the children’s Christmas Market “KINDERWEIHNACHT”
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When you think of Nuremberg, you think of Imperial Castle (Nuremberg’s most important landmark), medieval city, Gothic churches, gingerbread, toys, Christmas Market, the Nazi Party Rally Grounds or the Nuremberg Trials.
