Attention Amberg! Christmas market opens – mulled wine price remains stable!

Attention Amberg! Christmas market opens – mulled wine price remains stable!

The 38th Christmas market opened its doors in Amberg on November 26, 2025. The focus is on the celebratory presentation of the new dark blue mulled wine cup, which is decorated with the motif of the Maria Schnee church. Mayor Michael Cerny made the presentation and pointed out that the cup captured the charm of the small church in the Atzlricht district, while the wooden stars stylishly complemented the motif. This year you can admire the Basilica of St. Martin without scaffolding for the first time during a leisurely tour of the market square.

The Christmas market, which stretches across the market square, not only offers a beautiful backdrop, but also a stable price for mulled wine. Despite increased costs for the PWG, the price for a mulled wine remains 4 euros, while the deposit remains at 2 euros. This is welcome news for visitors, especially given the tense price developments in other markets in Germany, where mulled wine prices can sometimes reach up to five euros. A look at Saxony shows that the average price for mulled wine in major cities is predicted to be 5 euros, while in eastern Germany the cheapest prices are sometimes even 4.27 euros reports Mercury.

A varied supporting program

The Christmas market in Amberg not only surprises with its stable pricing, but also with an exciting supporting program. Every Saturday at 5:30 p.m. the town hall brass band delights visitors with festive sounds. A special highlight will be the big Christmas singing on the last Saturday before Christmas Eve, also at 5.30 p.m. In order to ensure the safety of market patrons and guests, a comprehensive security concept was developed for the stalls and sidewalks.

Peter Harant, chairman of the PWG, emphasized the importance of the districts and announced considerations for innovations in the coming years, such as extending the opening days. The Christmas market invites you to get in the mood for the upcoming festive season in the atmospheric old town.

Christmas markets in the area

And for those looking for even more Christmas cheer, the Christmas markets along Glass Street are worth a visit. The Christmas land in the Joska Bodenmaiser Crystal Adventure Worlds impresses with an eight-meter-high glass Christmas tree and an exhibition that ranges from nostalgic to modern Christmas tree decorations. Here, visitors can discover a wide selection of decorative items and fresh seasonal specialties, including delicacies in the cozy Joska adventure restaurant The Glass Street provides further insights into such events.

Throughout Advent, from November 1st to December 31st, the landscapes are transformed into a winter wonderland. A special event will take place on December 29, 2025, where hellish spirits, witches and Perchten will grace the glass paradise with an impressive spectacle. If you are looking for the perfect place to enjoy mulled wine, you will definitely be spoiled for choice here.

Amberg and the surrounding markets offer a real feast for all the senses this Christmas time, and let's be honest: no one can complain if the mulled wine costs a lot of money, because as we all know, beautiful things don't always come for free. Festive atmosphere, beautiful cups and delicious delicacies – all of this makes a visit to the Christmas markets simply essential.