45. Werdener Christmas Market

Name: 45. Werdener Christmas Market
Start: 2026-11-26
End: 2026-11-29

202626novAll day2945. Werdener Christmas MarketWerdener Christmas Market 2026 – Winter magic among half-timbered houses in Essen.

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45th Christmas Market in Essen-Werden at Baldeneysee

The historic old town of [Essen-Werden] is transforming once again into a festive winter wonderland! From November 26 to 29, 2026, the invites 45. Werdener Christmas Market to four days full of glittering lights, culinary delights, and a festive atmosphere – perfect for a pre-Christmas outing with family and friends.

Werdener Christmas market visitors praise the Christmas market for its historical backdrop and great food. There was authentic Swiss Raclette, Michelin-starred Austrian Kaiserschmarrn, and currywurst with sourdough bread and chips, paired with perfectly chilled champagne. Christmas can come now.

Highlights

Handicrafts & gift ideas from the region
Mulled wine, waffles, candied almonds & savory specialties

Opening hours of the Christmas market:

day	Date	time
DO	26.11.2026	5:00 PM – 10:00 PM
FR	27.11.2026	5:00 PM – 10:00 PM
SA	28.11.2026	11:00 AM – 10:00 PM
SO	29.11.2026	11:00 AM – 8:00 PM

*The opening hours were valid for the year 2025 and may change in 2026.

Child-friendly, warm, delicious and atmospheric – immerse yourself in the historical setting and let yourself be enchanted by the magic of the (pre-)Christmas season in the old town of Essen-Werden.

Photo above: Cesar von Meissen | Image editing: Carl de Canedido