Aachen Christmas Markets 2026
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When are the Aachen Christmas markets in 2026?
Aachen has 2 Christmas markets in our directory. Last season most opened around 21 Nov and the last one closed on 20 Dec 2025; none stayed open after Christmas. All are free to enter.
Aachen's Christmas market wraps around the UNESCO-listed cathedral, where Charlemagne is buried, and the Gothic town hall. It's famous for Aachener Printen, a spiced gingerbread you can buy fresh at the stalls. Aachen sits on the borders of Belgium and the Netherlands, so combine it with Maastricht, Valkenburg's cave markets or Cologne.
2Christmas markets
21 NovTypical opening (2025)
20 Dec 2025Last market closed
All Christmas markets in Aachen
Sorted by opening date. Dates shown are from the 2025–26 season unless 2026 dates are marked — check the official website before you go.
Aachener Weihnachtsmarkt - Katschof
Frequently asked questions
How many Christmas markets are there in Aachen?
We list 2 Christmas markets in Aachen, including Aachener Weihnachtsmarkt - Holzgraben and Aachener Weihnachtsmarkt - Katschof. Some are small one-day or weekend events, so check the dates on each card.
When do the Aachen Christmas markets open in 2026?
In 2025 the first market, Aachener Weihnachtsmarkt - Holzgraben, opened on 21 Nov 2025, and most were open by 21 Nov 2025. Expect similar timing in 2026: the first Sunday of Advent falls on 29 Nov 2026. Confirm on the official website before you book.
Are Aachen's Christmas markets open after Christmas?
Not usually. Last season every market in Aachen with published dates had closed by 20 Dec 2025, so plan your visit before Christmas Day.
Are the Christmas markets in Aachen free?
Yes, entry to the markets we list is free — you only pay for food, drinks and gifts. Many stalls serve mulled wine in a mug with a small deposit that you get back when you return it.