Luxembourg Christmas Markets 2024-2025

As the Christmas season arrives, Luxembourg City transforms into a true winter wonderland, with festive vibes filling the air. The main attractions are the markets located at Place de la Constitution and Place d'Armes in the heart of the city. At the Luxembourg Christmas Market, visitors can purchase a variety of items, including traditional seasonal delicacies, holiday decor, crafts, toys, jewelry, clothing, and confectionery.

Winter Lights

These holiday fairs are part of the Winterlights Festival, which runs from mid-November to early January. Winter Lights encompasses the Luxembourg City Christmas Markets, featuring festive stalls and illuminated displays. Guests can enjoy mulled wine and "Gromperekichelcher," popular potato cakes while experiencing a vibrant international atmosphere. The market also offers family-friendly activities, including rides on a Ferris wheel and miniature train, an ice rink, concerts, workshops, and various shows for children.

Lëtzebuerger Chrëschtmaart on the Place d’Armes

The traditional Christmas Market at Place d’Armes in Luxembourg’s Upper Town offers a seasonal shopping experience. The market features around thirty chalets that sell handcrafted gifts, Christmas decorations, and a variety of Luxembourgish food items. Visitors can find food stalls offering sausages, cheeseburgers, crepes, chips, and Gromperekichelcher, which are potato pancakes. A notable highlight is the vin chaud, a warm spiced red wine available in various flavors. The market is situated in a central square that dates back to the 17th century and is surrounded by cafes and restaurants. Live musical entertainment is also part of the atmosphere, although food and drink stalls make up the majority of the market.

Winter Market on Constitution Square

The Christmas Market at Place De La Constitution in Luxembourg City features around forty wooden chalets that sell a mix of gifts and food, including Tart Flambée, a dish similar to pizza with various toppings. The market also includes a fairground with a Ferris wheel that provides panoramic views of the city and is particularly photogenic from across the Pétrusse gorge. This market is located on a prominent square, which includes the Monument of Remembrance, honoring those who fought in WWII. While the market is family-friendly, it also caters to adults with upscale gift options and a section for beverages, including beer and vin chaud, near a log fire. The square is decorated with numerous lights in the trees, contributing to a cozy and festive atmosphere.

St. Nicholas Market on the Place de Paris

The Niklosmaart St. Nicholas market at Place de Paris in the Gare district is a lively Christmas market with a beautifully decorated tree and live music. Families enjoy visiting Saint Nicolas in his charming house. Located just south of the city center on Avenue de la Liberté, the market is split into two sections: the west side features rides for children, while the east side is geared toward adults, offering vin chaud, beer, and various sausages. Despite its small size, Niklosmaart is regarded as one of the best Christmas markets in Luxembourg City.

Open Hours

The hours are 11 am to 9 pm Sunday—Thursday and 11 am to 10 pm Friday—Saturday. Note that the markets close at 5 pm on Christmas Eve.

Christmas in Luxembourg City

Christmas in Luxembourg City offers a unique experience filled with festive charm. A stroll around Notre-Dame Cathedral, Place de Paris, or Place de la Constitution, home to the famous "Gëlle Fra" or Golden Lady statue, reveals the holiday spirit at every turn. Festive music fills the air, and the scent of seasonal specialties wafts through the streets. The country is adorned with Christmas and Winter magic, featuring a variety of activities such as cheese fondues, après-ski parties, ice skating rinks, and enchanting light displays, making it a delightful destination during the holiday season.