Christmas magic in Alsfeld: Colorful festival for the whole family!

Christmas magic in Alsfeld: Colorful festival for the whole family!

The pre-Christmas season has begun in Alsfeld – with a colorful hustle and bustle on the market square! On November 26, 2025, the magnificently decorated Christmas tree lights were ceremoniously switched on. The opening attracted numerous visitors from the area who can look forward to the diverse program. The Christmas market runs until December 14th and has something to offer for every age group, as Osthessen News reports.

The little ones are especially catered for: Leo, the popular theme character of the “Leo celebrates” play festival, provides great joy with his plush figure, a nostalgic children's carousel and a craft booth. Here the kids can not only be creative, but also hand in their letters to Santa Claus. The integrated Christmas post office ensures that every message receives a reply. There is also plenty of conviviality on the mulled wine evenings, with music from the Leo Band and the group “Back 2 the Eighties” on the second Christmas market Saturday.

Entertaining program for young and old

A highlight is the Santa Claus presentation, which is sure to put a smile on the little ones' faces. But adults also get their money's worth: items on offer include Feuerzangenbowle, handmade jewelry and various handicraft products made of leather and wood. A colorful variety of decorations and beekeeping products complete the offer.

A competition creates additional excitement. Here visitors can estimate the number of gold-colored bows on the Christmas tree - the prize is their own Christmas tree to take home. Participants can discover the city's sights on the open city tours, which take place from Friday to Sunday without registration.

At Christmas time in other cities

While we're on the subject of Christmas markets, a look beyond the country's borders shows that the anticipation of Christmas is also great in many German cities. The Munich Christkindlmarkt, one of the oldest Christmas markets with over 600 years of tradition, welcomes visitors with Bavarian charm, traditional crafts and daily live music from the balcony of the town hall. Offers such as the lively Viktualienmarkt and the romantic ice cream magic on Karlsplatz ensure a festive atmosphere. There are also many creative and culinary highlights to discover at the Tollwood Winter Festival on Theresienwiese, as Munich Travel mentions.

Whether in Alsfeld or Munich – the festive season offers countless opportunities to enjoy the most contemplative time of the year. The complete program of the Alsfeld Christmas market is online at Alsfeld- Feiert.de/Weihnachtsmarkt to find. So nothing stands in the way of Christmas fun!