Christmas markets on Lake Constance: splendor and enjoyment from the end of November!
Discover the Christmas market in Konstanz: Over 170 stalls, mulled wine and local delicacies from November 27th to December 23rd.

Christmas markets on Lake Constance: splendor and enjoyment from the end of November!
The anticipation for the upcoming Christmas markets on Lake Constance is increasing! Starting in late November, the region transforms into a winter wonderland with festive lights and delicious treats. The Christmas market in Konstanz in particular attracts visitors with over 170 decorated huts and offers everything from mulled wine to traditional handicrafts. As reported by all-in.de, this special market opens on November 27th and lasts until December 23rd. It is open daily from 11 a.m. to 9:30 p.m., although Sundays are shorter until 8 p.m. Traveling is easy by train, bus or ferry.
Another highlight is the “Bodensee Christmas” in Friedrichshafen, which opens on November 28th and lasts until December 21st. Here, a mulled wine pyramid and an impressive nativity scene enchant guests in front of a charming backdrop with a panorama of Lake Constance. For families, there is an extensive children's program in the Zeppelin Museum and interesting food offerings from Swabian classics to international delicacies. Opening times are Friday to Sunday from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. and other days from 12 p.m. to 8 p.m.
Amazing experiences in winter time
The Christmas market in Meersburg, which welcomes its visitors on the first weekend of Advent, November 28th, with lots of delicious Christmas treats and homemade offerings, provides a particularly festive part. You can stroll and feast here on two days, November 28th from 3 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. and November 29th from 2 p.m. to 8 p.m.
Another extraordinary experience is offered by the “Christmas Garden” on the island of Mainau, which will create a magical winter atmosphere from November 18th to January 5th, 2026. A breathtaking sea of lights stretches over 1.9 kilometers, while stalls offer a variety of food and mulled wine. Tickets cost between 15 and 31 euros, depending on the day of the visit. Opening times are daily from 5 p.m. to 9:30 p.m., with last entry at 8 p.m. Please note, the garden remains closed on special days such as Christmas Eve.
A look at other markets
Of course, there are many other Christmas markets around Lake Constance that are worth a visit:
- Insel Reichenau: 29. November 2025
- Singener Hüttenzauber: 5. bis 23. Dezember 2025
- Radolfzeller Christkindlesmarkt: 5. bis 7. Dezember 2025
- Kloster und Schloss Salem: 29. und 30. November 2025
- Adventszauber Pfullendorf: 5. und 6. Dezember 2025
- Weihnachtsmarkt Überlingen: 11. bis 21. Dezember 2025
- Lindauer Hafenweihnacht: 27. November bis 21. Dezember 2025
- Weihnachtsmarkt Tettnang: 28. November bis 7. Dezember 2025
- Weihnachtsmarkt Kressbronn: 28. und 29. November 2025
- Langenargener Weihnachtsmarkt: 5. bis 7. Dezember 2025
- Adventsmarkt Hagnau: 29. und 30. November 2025
- Weihnachtsmarkt Immenstaad: 13. und 14. Dezember 2025
Preparations for this colorful and festive occasion are already in full swing and people are looking forward to a contemplative time on Lake Constance. The Christmas markets not only exude a touch of tradition, but are also a popular meeting place to spend cozy hours with friends and family. You can be sure: there is something for everyone on Lake Constance to get in the mood for the festive holidays!