Christmas Market Opening in Munich:
Under the motto "Driving Home
for Christmas," Munich's Winterworld Motorworld kicks off the Christmas
market season. This year features even larger chalets for celebrations,
Munich's largest Christmas pyramid, the world's largest talking moose,
children's days, carousels, and Santa Claus will be there for everyone
on Wednesdays from 5:30 p.m. to 6:15 p.m. and from 6:30 p.m. to 7:15
p.m.
From November 8th to December 28th, 2025, admission to
Winterworld is free as always. See below for opening hours. Parking is
available! - DEUTSCH
Munich. Pure romance awaits visitors at Motorworld
Munich, which is kicking off its winter season: Under the motto "Driving
Home for Christmas," Motorworld's Winterworld in Munich-Freimann
invites you to the start of Munich's Christmas market season. From
November 8th to December 28th, 2025, visitors can expect a festive
atmosphere, nostalgic charm, and surprising highlights. Winterworld 2025
is even bigger, more festive, and, as always, admission is free.
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| Our photo is reminiscent of the dachshund race at Munich's Motorworld:
Dachshund "Zapperl" likes it warm, photo: Helga Waess (press photo
archive) |
"New atmospheric meeting points in the new Winterworld include:
- the Motorworld Carousel Rotating Bar, which invites visitors to linger with winter drinks and a nostalgic flair,
- and Munich's largest Christmas pyramid, which, with its four rotating elements and an impressive height of 16.5 meters, is a real eye-catcher.
A new highlight is the world's largest lip-syncing moose, which, at 2.30 meters tall and four meters long, impresses young and old alike and brings smiles to faces.
Among the Winterworld classics are:- the ice skating rink,
- the historic children's carousel,
- and the Ferris wheel.
- NEW this year: a children's train for the youngest guests.
An improved curling rink: It has been extended by five meters and now measures 12.5 meters." Meters – for even more fun.
Christmas Tree Sale and Festive Program
The Christmas tree sale, taking place for the first time, showcases sustainability by offering exclusively trees from regional organic farms.
A diverse supporting program provides entertainment- with artists,
- themed DJ evenings,
- traditional brass band music,
- face painting,
- and fascinating Krampus figures.
Extended Motorworld Alm, Various Chalets and Cozy CabinsThe expanded MOTORWORLD ALM by Meckatzer promises more space, more comfort, and a more festive atmosphere.
The rustic yet stylish alpine chalet can accommodate up to 170 people and can be booked exclusively; however, it is also possible to reserve individual tables and dine à la carte, or simply drop in spontaneously during a Winterworld visit.
New this year is the Advent Brunch, where you can start your Sunday with a culinary treat every Advent Sunday from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
In the traditionally festive Winter Village, new chalets of varying sizes are available, accommodating 20, 40, or up to 55 people.
The cozy chalets are heated, equipped with a service bell, and feature a new menu. They can be booked individually or as part of a package, for example, by companies, friends, or families for Christmas or birthday parties, and spontaneously if available. Visually, the Winter Village is even more impressive this year: a huge net of lights bathes it in a sparkling sea of light.
Right next to the old railway carriage
with the stage, cozy cabins for up to ten people can also be rented. The musical highlights and the Christmas market atmosphere can be wonderfully enjoyed from here, as the cabins are open at the front. They are indirectly heated and offer a beverage service.
Christmas Workshop & Children's Day on Wednesdays
Winterworld offers everything that makes Christmas especially fun for children: glitter and sparkle as far as the eye can see and the chance to meet Santa Claus. This takes place daily in the new Christmas workshop, which this year is located in an alpine hut and festively decorated.
Children can whisper their wishes to Santa Claus here from 5:30 p.m. to 6:15 p.m. and from 6:30 p.m. to 7:15 p.m., hand in their wish lists, recite poems, or sing together. Every Wednesday, Winterworld hosts special children's days with particularly affordable rates, creating a magical Christmas atmosphere.
A colorful array of Christmas culinary delights and handcrafted items
Classic mulled wine is just as much at home in Winterworld Motorworld as punch, warm cocktails, hot chocolate, or children's punch.
Those with a hearty appetite will find plenty to enjoy, including fries, bratwurst, spaetzle specialties, and more. For those with a sweet tooth, there are crêpes, chimney cakes, rice pudding, langos, churros, and crumble with cinnamon, plums, apricots, or pears. In addition, there are culinary offerings such as gözleme, fondue, corn in a cup, and potato dishes, as well as roasted chestnuts or hearty Kaiserschmarrn with vegetables and dip. New this year is the American Hut with smash burgers, various types of French fries, and homemade American lemonade and iced tea.
Besides the culinary variety, visitors to Winterworld can expect a diverse selection of lovingly crafted handicrafts.
From high-quality, sometimes hand-blown, Christmas tree ornaments to hand-drawn illustrations with humorous sayings and festive Christmas decorations, the selection is sure to delight. The offerings are complemented by individually crafted jewelry, cozy hats, gloves, and earmuffs for children, and many other gift ideas that invite you to browse and marvel. In total, there are over 30 stalls and vendors, most of whom come from Munich.
... The opening hours of Winterworld Motorworld from November 7th to December 28th, 2025:
- Tuesday to Thursday: 1:00 PM to 10:00 PM
- Friday and Saturday: 12:00 PM to 11:00 PM
- Sunday and public holidays: 11:00 AM to 10:00 PM
- Monday: Closed
The market is closed on:- National Day of Mourning (November 16th),
- Day of Repentance and Prayer (November 19th),
- Remembrance Sunday (November 23rd),
- and Christmas Eve (December 24th)
Motorworld Munich
- The new parking garage offers ample parking;
- the automotive experience center can also be reached by taking the U6 subway line to the Freimann station.
Winterworld Motorworld is being realized in cooperation with Charles Blume Events.
Further information is available at www.winterworld-motorworld.de
About MOTORWORLD Munich
"With the opening of Motorworld Munich in 2021, an automotive experience of a new dimension was born – an impressive meeting place for car enthusiasts and bikers of all kinds. It is Munich's new highlight for driving culture and lifestyle, as well as events and conferences.
Visitors can discover classic and modern classic cars, supercars, collector cars, limited editions, bikes and boats, over 30 of the world's most valuable and exclusive vehicle brands, a comprehensive range of automotive service providers and specialized workshops, numerous shops, the 4-star AMERON Munich Motorworld hotel, eight restaurants, exceptional meeting and conference rooms, glass boxes for collector vehicles, and much more."
Motorworld Munich is located on the 75,000 m² site of the former Deutsche Bahn repair shop in Munich-Freimann. Its centerpiece is the impressive, listed locomotive hall, which, with its gigantic dimensions – 185 meters long, 90 meters wide, and up to 18 meters high – is one of the largest free-standing historic steel-framed halls in Europe. Admission is free 365 days a year.
To meet the increasing demands of environmental protection and efficiency, Motorworld Munich relies on renewable energy sources, including photovoltaic systems and combined heat and power plants. This saves over 780 tons of CO₂ annually.
