Stuttgart Christmas Market

One of Europe’s largest markets, with about 300 stalls famous for their decorated rooftops, around the Marktplatz, Schillerplatz and Old Castle. Sun to Thu 11:00 to 21:00, Fri and Sat 11:00 to 22:00. Opening day stalls from 17:00, ceremony at 18:00 in the Old Castle courtyard. Hours as published by the organizer in October 2026; check the official site before you go.

Insider tips

Stuttgart’s market is one of the largest in Europe, with about 300 stalls around the Marktplatz, the Schillerplatz and the Old Castle. What makes it special is the roofs: stallholders decorate them with figures and little scenes, so remember to look up. I’d come in the late afternoon. You can see the details on the roofs in daylight, then watch everything light up as it gets dark. On opening day, 25 November, the stalls open at 17:00, with the opening ceremony at 18:00 in the courtyard of the Old Castle. On Fridays and Saturdays the market stays open until 22:00.

Getting there

The market is close to Stuttgart Hauptbahnhof. Take S-Bahn lines S1 to S6 or S60 to the Hauptbahnhof or Stadtmitte, and it’s about a 5-minute walk from either. The Stadtbahn stops at Schlossplatz, Charlottenplatz and Börsenplatz are also close by.

Nearby markets

Two quieter favorites are a short S-Bahn ride away: the Esslingen Medieval & Christmas Market (S1) and the Ludwigsburg Baroque Christmas Market (S4 or S5).

See every 2026 date in our guide to German Christmas markets, or browse every market by date in the Christmas market calendar.