Munich lights up: Five Christmas markets start in November!

Munich lights up: Five Christmas markets start in November!

How wonderful is the feeling when the first Christmas markets open their doors and the anticipation for the festival really increases! This year's Christmas market season in Munich kicks off at the beginning of November, and it promises to be a festive experience for all visitors. The first market will start on November 7th, 2025 Winter World Motor World in Freimann. Under the motto “Driving Home for Christmas”, bargain hunters and pleasure lovers can immerse themselves in the contemplative time here.

Things are particularly captivating around the romantic Ferris wheel, which not only offers a great view but also delights with musical performances. For those who want to take a more leisurely approach, there are chalets that can be reserved and offer space for social gatherings. By the way, entry is free, which makes the whole thing even more attractive. This also creates a wonderful opportunity to get in the mood for a contemplative time in a relaxed atmosphere.

More Christmas markets in Munich

The festive mood will permeate all the markets that will follow in the next few weeks. This is how it opens “Winter Wonderwork” in Werksviertel-Mitte on November 13, 2025 and offers ice rinks as well as curling and live music. At the same time it opens Christmas magic forest in Bogenhausen, where everything revolves around mulled wine and festive treats.

It opens on November 17th Christmas village in the imperial courtyard of the Residenz, which enchants with its historical ambience and artistically carved wooden figures. There is also a fairytale forest for the little ones, which is a great attraction for families. And if you love the English Garden, you can go there on November 20th Christmas market at the Chinese Tower look forward to the traditional Christmas market at Marienplatz starting on November 24th, 2025.

Friendly and welcoming

There are more than 2,500 Christmas markets across Germany that exude a festive atmosphere. The state capital Munich only offers a small, but lovingly designed part of it. Many people use the Advent weekends for short trips to these markets - a wonderful opportunity to try the various regional delicacies such as gingerbread and roasted almonds. CN Traveller emphasizes that the festively lit markets create a particularly pretty backdrop and nothing beats the homely atmosphere other than the accompanying sound of Christmas music.

For anyone who wants to dive into November, visiting the market early is a great chance to enjoy the Christmas season in a relaxed manner before the busy high season begins. So, let’s get into the Christmas fun – the anticipation of the holiday can begin!