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Mulled wine and magic: Cologne’s Christmas markets 2025 at a glance!
Discover the Christmas markets in Cologne and the surrounding area in 2025: dates, locations and special offers for a festive atmosphere.
Mulled wine and magic: Cologne’s Christmas markets 2025 at a glance!
On October 28, 2025, preparations for the festive season are in full swing. Cologne and its surroundings are ready to open the Christmas markets, which will enchant visitors with mulled wine, roasted almonds and a festive atmosphere. The look at the pre-Christmas season in North Rhine-Westphalia shows a variety of markets that can be enjoyed not only in the city center of Cologne, but also picturesque places in the region.
The radiance of the Cologne Cathedral remains unchallenged, and the Christmas market at Roncalliplatz will open its doors again from November 17th to December 23rd, 2025. Here visitors can enjoy the pre-Christmas atmosphere every day from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. (or until 10 p.m. on Friday and Saturday). The market will be closed on Dead Sunday, November 23rd.
Cultural highlights at the markets
For anyone looking for a little variety, the markets in the old town are just the thing. The “Heinzel’s Winter Fairy Tale” at Heumarkt runs from November 24th to January 5th, 2026. Here the lights can sparkle on Saturday and Sunday, while the offerings for feasting and enjoying leave nothing to be desired. Also that one Market of Angels on the Neumarkt awaits guests from November 17th to December 23rd. It will be open on Sundays from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. and the other days of the week from 11 a.m. to 10 p.m.
Not to be forgotten is the Christmas market in the Stadtgarten, which attracts many Cologne residents and guests with its cosiness from November 14th to December 23rd. On the weekends the festival starts at 12 p.m. Drinking mulled wine and winter delicacies invite you to enjoy the cold season.
A very special market is the city's smallest Christmas market in the Hellers Beer Garden, where you can try numerous delicacies between November 19th and December 20th. During the shortened opening hours from Monday to Friday from 5 p.m., the combination of tradition and cosiness is very important here.
A trip to the Christmas markets in the region
For a little break outside the city, the historic Advent market is open Cochem There is also a lot to offer on the Moselle from November 28th to 30th. Here, Endertplatz becomes the backdrop for authentic crafts and culinary delicacies, topped off with a fire show. A visit there promises a very special experience for the whole family.
Most Christmas markets in the area spread Christmas cheer until just before the holidays, with many regional markets in cities like Düren, Bonn or Bergisch Gladbach. The anticipation of Christmas is celebrated everywhere - from a romantic stroll through a market to a lively music program and children's attractions.
Overall, Cologne residents and visitors have a variety of options to enjoy the festive season. Whether in the city or the picturesque markets in the area - one thing is certain, everyone should have a good hand for gifts and special moments! The next few weeks promise to warm hearts with the smell of fresh mulled wine and delicious cookies.