To save you from endless searching, we’ve put together a selection of Berlin’s most beautiful, exciting, and unique Christmas markets. And since it’s an absolute highlight every year, our list starts with the magical Christmas wonder at Charlottenburg Palace.
Let’s go – here are Berlin’s Top 10 Christmas Markets for 2025! 🎄✨
Every winter, the impressive Charlottenburg Palace transforms into a true Christmas wonderland. Colorful light installations, subtle laser beams, and vibrant illuminations create a romantic, cozy atmosphere – perfect for a stroll among the festively decorated stalls. Plastic decorations? None! Organizers use natural materials, giving the market a nostalgic and authentic feel.
Between roasted almonds and handicrafts, there are fantastic gift ideas – from handmade jewelry to creative Christmas presents. For children (and the young at heart), there are two carousels and a small Ferris wheel. For those feeling hungry, heated tents offer everything from snacks to full meals – perfect for a relaxed winter evening.
Bonus: The market is near exciting museums such as Museum Berggruen and the Bröhan Museum. A cultural outing can easily be combined with Christmas market fun. Afterwards, a stroll through the palace gardens provides a beautiful winter panorama.
Address: Spandauer Damm 20-24, 14059 Berlin (Charlottenburg)
Opening hours: Advent season, daily approx. 12–20h
Admission: Free
The Lucia Christmas Market brings a piece of Scandinavia to Berlin, right in the historic setting of the Kulturbrauerei. The warm Nordic atmosphere with Swedish fires, torches, and charming wooden huts is immediately noticeable. Culinary delights include reindeer sausages, elk burgers, Kanelbullar, Glögg, and the famous hot lingonberry drink.
Families will love it – with kids’ programs, crafting stations, and a small “Sky Workshop” for creative play. Shoppers will enjoy Scandinavian design, wool products, natural cosmetics, and crafts. In the evening, the market is particularly magical as the lights come on and the air fills with cinnamon, firewood, and Glögg aromas.
Insider tip: Try the hot lingonberry drink – instant winter vibes!
Admission: Free
Opening hours: 24.11.–22.12.2025, Mon–Fri 15–22h, Sat–Sun 13–22h
Address: Schönhauser Allee 36, 10435 Berlin (Prenzlauer Berg)
The RAW-Gelände Christmas market is definitely not for traditionalists – expect wild, spectacular, and extraordinary experiences. Between old halls, street art walls, and industrial charm, a medieval village comes alive with jugglers, fire breathers, archery, mead, and craft stalls. Highlights include fire shows, acrobatics, live music, and small theatre performances. Many stalls demonstrate traditional crafts live, such as blacksmithing, woodworking, and weaving.
Food is medieval and rustic: stone-baked flatbread, game specialties, cherry beer, mead, and more. For those seeking a spectacular, unconventional, and authentically raw market, this is the place to be.
Pro tip: Don’t miss the evening fire shows – intense but in a fun way.
Admission: Tue–Fri €3 (reduced €1.50), Sat–Sun €4 (reduced €2), Mon free
Opening hours: 13.11.–22.12.2025, Mon–Thu 15–22h, Fri 15–23h, Sat 12–23h, Sun 12–22h, 23.11. closed
Address: Revaler Str. 99, 10245 Berlin (Friedrichshain)
Christmas Avenue is Berlin’s queer Christmas market and a real festival of color. Inclusion, openness, and fun are at the heart of this market. Daily stage programs include Drag Bingo, live concerts, DJ sets, comedy, and small performances. The atmosphere is lively, exuberant, and community-focused. Food-wise, the market stands out with international street food, vegan options, unique Glühwein varieties, and creative cocktails.
This market is perfect for those looking for a modern, urban Christmas experience with club vibes, queer culture, and lots of entertainment. Especially magical in the evening when lights and neon colors illuminate everything.
Tip: Visit in the evening when the lights come on and the music starts.
Admission: Free, 16+
Dates: LGBT Winterdays: 04.–22.11.2025, Christmas Avenue: 24.11.–23.12.2025
Opening hours: Mon–Thu 16–22h, Fri–Sun 15–22h
Address: Invalidenstraße 117, 10115 Berlin (Mitte)
Small but full of heart – perfect for lovers of art, design, and unique gifts. The Weddingmarkt is a curated creative market focusing on local artists, small makers, and sustainable products. Stalls feature handmade candles, illustrations, jewelry, natural cosmetics, ceramics, small fashion labels, and more. Street food is also available, from classic waffles and Glühwein to vegan and experimental treats. The atmosphere is relaxed, family-friendly, and never crowded – ideal for off-the-beaten-path shopping.
Fun fact: Handmade gifts you won’t find anywhere else.
Admission: Free
Dates: Advent Sundays 2025 (30.11., 07., 14., 21.12.), 11–19h
Address: Gerichtstraße 23, 13347 Berlin (Wedding)
Focused on sustainability, fair trade, and eco-friendly products, this small historical street in Mitte provides the perfect setting. Stalls offer organic Glühwein, vegan sweets, handmade recycled jewelry, fair clothing, and natural cosmetics. Upcycled products, wooden toys, sustainable gift ideas, and zero-waste items are featured. The culinary offerings include organic specialties, vegan dishes, and regional delicacies. Perfect for a conscious, guilt-free Christmas.
Tip: Bring a thermos – the best hot organic drinks are here.
Opening hours: 29–30.11, 06–07.12, 13–14.12, 20–21.12; Sat 12–20h, Sun 11–19h
Address: Sophienstraße 16, 10178 Berlin (Mitte)
Heissa Holzmarkt is a mix of alternative vibes, street-food festival, and winter magic by the Spree. Artists transform the site into a fantastical world with lights, self-built huts, art installations, and cozy fire pits. The program includes storytellers, workshops, live bands, DJ sets, kids’ crafts, and plenty of good food – from vegetarian to international street-food highlights. The atmosphere is laid-back, colorful, and very Berlin – ideal for anyone seeking an alternative Christmas market experience with music, food, and culture.
Opening hours: Wed–Fri 16–22h, Sat–Sun 14–22h
Admission: Wed–Thu free for children <12 & seniors, Fri–Sun €2 culture contribution
Address: Holzmarktstraße 25, 10243 Berlin
The Christmas market at Gendarmenmarkt is one of Berlin’s most elegant, set between the French Cathedral, German Cathedral, and Concert Hall. White pagoda tents showcase high-quality crafts like ceramics, fashion, woodwork, leather goods, jewelry, and luxury gifts. Culinary offerings are upscale: fine foods, gourmet dishes, and top Berlin restaurants. Daily cultural highlights – classical music, choirs, small shows, and performances – create a festive ambiance. Perfect for a stylish Christmas experience.
Admission: Suggested donation €1–3
Opening hours: Late autumn to December, daily approx. 11–22h
Address: Gendarmenmarkt, 10117 Berlin (Mitte)
Family-friendly and lively, this market features a large ice rink – perfect for kids, couples, or groups. The historic Ferris wheel offers fantastic views of Berlin lit up for Christmas. Stalls offer traditional treats like candied apples, chestnuts, crêpes, sausages, and crafts. For children, small rides and a Santa house are popular. Classic, joyful, and perfect for an action-packed family outing.
Insider tip: Arrive early – the ice rink gets crowded.
Opening hours: Advent season, daily 10–20h
Admission: Free
Address: Rathausstraße 15, 10178 Berlin (Mitte)
This market is an all-in-one event for adults: one ticket covers Glühwein, punch, snacks, meals, games, and entertainment. There are XXL outdoor games (giant Jenga, Connect 4), ice-stock curling on a Spree track, photo spots with fairy lights, and lounge areas. Music includes DJs, live bands, and small performances with a view of the water. Culinary options range from hearty to sweet, including international street food, winter drinks, vegan options, and unlimited Glühwein refills. Ideal for groups, company parties, or friends looking for a unique evening.
Insider tip: Come hungry in the evening to try everything.
Opening hours: 17.11.–30.12, daily 17–22h
Admission: Tickets from €30, time-slot booking required
Address: Am Spreeufer 1, 10178 Berlin (Mitte)
By the way, our apartments are centrally located at Kurfürstendamm 69, placing you just a short walk from the Christmas markets.
Some markets charge a small entrance or culture fee on certain days (e.g., RAW-Gelände, Heissa Holzmarkt).
Many stalls accept card or mobile payment, but not all. It’s recommended to bring some cash, especially for smaller or craft-focused markets.