Christmas market in Meppen

Our "Village of Buden" Our Christmas market is much more than "mulled wine and fries." In addition to the absolute highlights like the Ferris wheel, Christmas pyramid, and ice skating rink, it is the many small special things that make the Meppen Christmas market unique. Numerous lovingly decorated stalls filled with Christmas items invite visitors to browse and discover. Those looking for a gift for the holidays or a little something to take home are sure to find what they need. Visitors can expect a focus on stalls with Christmas merchandise, while mulled wine and waffles, of course, are not overlooked. Did you know that the Meppen Christmas market was voted the third most beautiful Christmas market in Germany in 2019? (Public vote in the "Best Christmas City" competition in the city category of 20,000 – 100,000 inhabitants) Meppen's Illuminated Alleys: Even before entering the Christmas market, Meppen shines in a glow of lights. Countless lights from the Christmas decorations create a very special atmosphere. Once at the Christmas market, the illuminated alleys are a particular highlight. At three selected locations, the pedestrian zone is adorned with light canopies featuring thousands of sparkling lights. www.weihnachtsmarkt-meppen.de

Opening Hours Christmas Market 2026
Monday - Thursday: 11:00 AM - 9:00 PM (Stalls selling Christmas decorations close around 6:30 PM every day)
Friday and Saturday: 11:00 AM - 10:30 PM (Stalls selling Christmas decorations close around 6:30 PM every day)
Sunday: 12:00 PM - 7:30 PM (Stalls selling Christmas decorations close around 6:30 PM every day)

Opening Hours Ice Rink
Monday - Thursday: 2:00 PM - 7:00 PM during holidays: 10:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Friday: 2:00 PM - 9:00 PM during holidays: 10:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Saturday: 10:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Sunday: 10:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Exception: The ice rink is closed on December 10th
Exceptions on Christmas Days:
Ice Rink Opening Hours:
⛸ December 23, 2026: 10:00 AM - 8:00 PM
⛸ Christmas Eve: 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
⛸ Second Christmas Day: 2:00 PM - 6:00 PM

On Christmas Eve, only the ice rink is open. The Christmas market is closed on Christmas Day. On the second Christmas Day, the food stalls 🍟🌭 and the ice rink are open from 2:00 PM to 6:00 PM.