Christmas markets in Hesse: sparkle of lights and holiday magic from November 1st

Christmas markets in Hesse: sparkle of lights and holiday magic from November 1st

The anticipation for the contemplative time is growing, because the Christmas market season in Hesse has officially started after Halloween. Kassel in particular is sending a nice signal for the beginning of the festive season with its first Christmas market in **Winterzauber** from November 6th, 2025. As HNA reports, visitors can enjoy the festive atmosphere at the orangery until November 9th and then again from November 13th to 15th.

A total of 120 exhibitors are expected in Kassel, offering everything from handmade Advent arrangements to culinary specialties. The opening times are from Thursday to Sunday, with admission being 10 euros in advance and 12 euros at the box office. Children up to 17 years of age have free entry. These markets are not only a viewing point for delicacies, but also a stage for joyful encounters.

Christmas markets throughout Hesse

Frankfurt started with the first Christmas locations on the Mainterrasse on the Eisernen Steg on November 1st, 2025. Mulled wine, hot aperol and Kaiserschmarrn are offered here. The festive Christmas market in the Thurn and Taxis Palais opens on November 7th and attracts many visitors with its historical atmosphere and festive food until December 30th.

The public can also expect their culinary delights on the Christmas boat “Freigut”, which sets off on November 6th with special delicacies such as dumplings filled with roast goose. The opening times in Frankfurt range from Monday to Friday 4 p.m. - 11 p.m., Saturday 2 p.m. - 11 p.m. and Sunday 2 p.m. - 9 p.m.

Other highlights in the region

Wiesbaden will immerse itself in the pre-Christmas season with the **Forest Christmas in the Chausseehaus** on November 15, 2025. Here there are candle workshops and workshops for Advent wreaths that take place until December 21st. You can also look forward to Christmas markets in Darmstadt and Offenbach from November 17, 2025, where numerous stalls and activities will provide the best entertainment.

• Darmstadt: Weihnachtsmarkt ab 17. November in der Innenstadt, Eintritt frei.
• Offenbach: Weihnachtsmarkt ab 17. November in der Fußgängerzone, Eintritt frei.

For returning visitors and locals, Hesse not only offers a wide range of Christmas markets, but also many regional traditions that inspire anticipation for the festive season. Across Germany, Christmas markets attract millions of visitors every year, as the ADAC editorial team describes in its selection of beautiful markets, which range from small village festivals to large city events. The markets in large cities such as Frankfurt, Kassel and Darmstadt are particularly popular, as they will offer an unforgettable experience in the run-up to Christmas.

With more than 2,100 Christmas markets in Germany – and more offerings in the various federal states – anticipation for the markets is great. In addition to the Hessian highlights, the comparison on Wolf of SEO speaks of the regional differences and the interest in these atmospheric events. No matter whether you visit a small market in an idyllic village or a large one in the city, the Christmas atmosphere is omnipresent and makes the Advent season something very special.

Be ready to enjoy the winter wonders and festive atmosphere - Hesse invites you to an unforgettable Christmas market visit!