TIP: Winter Magic at the Viktualienmarkt from November 21st
Winter Magic under the festively lit maypole at Munich's traditional Viktualienmarkt sweetens your Advent shopping experience – a Christmas market with a curling rink, music, freshly squeezed juices, mulled wine, Munich white sausage or fish sandwiches, and a carousel...
Munich's Viktualienmarkt is open year-round – the Christmas market, "Winter Magic," takes place there from November 21, 2025, to January 5, 2026 (closed Sundays and public holidays) – (open on December 24, 2019, from 11:00 AM to 2:00 PM) (Deutsch, Italiano, English, Français)
Munich. The Viktualienmarkt is an integral part of Munich's culture. During the Christmas season, the many stalls offering treats, sights, and shopping enchant visitors. Everything is enveloped in a magical Christmas light display. A large nativity scene at the beer garden reflects market life with its figures. The popular Winter Magic at the Viktualienmarkt in Munich is an Advent and Christmas market with a curling rink, freshly squeezed juices, mulled wine, Munich white sausage or fish sandwiches, and a carousel. The atmosphere becomes especially magical after 5:00 pm when all the Viktualienmarkt stalls are bathed in festive light. The market's total area of 18,591 square meters offers excellent shopping opportunities. www.viktualienmarkt.de ... Stroll, feast, sample, shop, and enjoy a mulled wine, hot chocolate, or a Leberkäse roll – all with free admission!
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| Winter Magic Entrance to the Viktualienmarkt, Photo : A. Waess (Pressefoto-Archiv) |
The large nativity scene at the Viktualienmarkt features carved wooden figures modeled after market vendors – it's worth taking a closer look
A very special winter magic awaits visitors at the Viktualienmarkt this year: in addition to the 110 established vendors offering tropical fruits, meat, game, poultry, a wide variety of cheeses, fish, bread and baked goods, and fragrant spices, 30 Winter Magic stalls will be added, promising a cozy shopping and strolling experience.
Alpine Tavern Atmosphere, Advent Market, and Culinary Specialties at the Viktualienmarkt
An unusual Alpine tavern atmosphere will soon envelop us at the Viktualienmarkt. The Christmas maypole will shine brightly from afar until January 5, 2025.
From Monday to Friday, wandering musicians entertain
visitors in the market square, spreading a cozy and festive atmosphere under the LED lights of the Winter Magic Viktualienmarkt in Munich.
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| Market stalls at the Viktualienmarkt in Munich, with the Old Town Hall and Toy Museum in the background. Photo: |
- Carousel near Café Nymphenburg Sekt (Viktualienmarkt 2).
Nativity scene and culinary specialties from around the world and Bavaria
And of course, a nativity scene, hot drinks, gift stalls, and sweets are all part of the experience. How about a good bottle of olive oil or a fragrant floral arrangement for the holidays this year?
Winter magic under the illuminated maypole
The Viktualienmarkt embodies the Munich way of life. White sausage, Munich beer, fresh pretzels, and mulled wine are just some of the things that underscore the charm of the market and its many stalls. The Christmas lights and the nativity scene—modeled after the vendors—near the beer garden make it a must-see before Christmas. The woodcarvers captured the market scene in their nativity figures, enchanting young and old alike!
The Viktualienmarkt in Munich is a Bavarian gem
Whether you're a tourist or a local visiting the Bavarian capital, the Viktualienmarkt is a must-see during the Advent season. Located not far from Marienplatz, you can stroll from the city's largest nativity scene market, held in front of the beautiful Munich Town Hall, to the Viktualienmarkt.
Until January 5, 2025, the market square will once again be transformed into the glittering Winter Magic Christmas Market, with festive decorations at every stall.
Winter Magic at the Viktualienmarkt 2025
Winter Magic at the Viktualienmarkt
- Dates and Opening Hours
- November 21, 2025 to January 5, 2026
- Monday to Saturday; 11:00 AM to 8:00 PM
- Closed Sundays and public holidays
- On December 24, 2025, the market is open from 11:00 AM to 2:00 PM
Admission prices for Winter Magic at the Viktualienmarkt 2025
Admission is free!
Website for more information: www.viktualienmarkt.de
Event ends on January 5, 2026
