Christmas market in Düsseldorf 2026

Experience Christmas in Düsseldorf by train

Starting 19 November 2026, Düsseldorf transforms into a charming winter wonderland. The Christmas market in Düsseldorf is among the most beautiful in Germany. A village of illuminated gingerbread houses filled with the scents of Bratäpfel, Zimtsterne and Glühwein. Across the city, you’ll find seven different Christmas markets, each with its own theme. From the historic Altstadt to the elegant Königsallee, the festive atmosphere of Christmas in Düsseldorf is everywhere. With NS International, you can travel comfortably by train to the Christmas market in Düsseldorf. From just € 20 one way.

Celebrate Christmas in Düsseldorf

Düsseldorf is the ultimate city for Christmas shopping. From the elegant Königsallee to the charming Altstadt, you’ll find sparkling shop windows and delicious winter treats everywhere. The city boasts no fewer than seven Christmas markets, each with its own theme. From traditional crafts to modern art-inspired gifts. It’s an experience you should have at least once! And with NS International, you can travel quickly and affordably by train to the Christmas market in Düsseldorf.

Your trip to Düsseldorf with ICE

The high-speed train ICE runs from the Netherlands to Germany and Switzerland daily. With ICE you can relax and travel quickly and comfortably. From Amsterdam Central Station ICE runs 7 times a day directly to Düsseldorf in a bit more than 2 hours and vice versa. A train ticket can be booked from € 20. View your itinerary with the international itinerary planner.

With Intercity to the Christmas market in Düsseldorf

With NS International you can also purchase international train tickets for the regular Intercity services. Do you live in the south-east of the Netherlands? Then the German Christmas markets are very close!

When are the Christmas markets in Düsseldorf?

Most Christmas markets in Düsseldorf start around 19 November 2026 and end on 30 December 2026 (subject to change). On 24 December (Christmas Eve) the markets close early, and on 25 December (Christmas Day) they are closed.

Going to the Christmas market after 12 December 2026?

Going to a Christmas market? Good news: most Christmas markets open as early as November. You can already buy train tickets to Christmas markets until 12 December.

Do you want to visit a Christmas market after 12 December? Then, in some cases, you will have to be a little patient when buying train tickets. Due to a new schedule from 13 December, we cannot yet sell some tickets. But don't worry. We can let you know when tickets are available on your desired travel day:

Click on your desired travel time in the calendar
Click on 'set alert' and enter your email address
You will receive an email as soon as the tickets are available

This way you will always be the first to know and benefit from the lowest prices.

Overview of train travel times to the Christmas market in Düsseldorf

Route	Journey time from	Changes	Header	Header
Amsterdam - Düsseldorf	2.14 hours	0	Content	Content
Rotterdam - Düsseldorf	2.32 hours	1	Content	Content
Schiphol - Düsseldorf	2.29 hours	1	Content	Content
Utrecht - Düsseldorf	1.48 hours	0	Content	Content
Eindhoven - Düsseldorf	1.50 hours	1	Content	Content
Groningen - Düsseldorf	3.32 hours	1	Content	Content
Breda - Düsseldorf	2.30 hours	1	Content	Content
Tilburg - Düsseldorf	2.17 hours	1	Content	Content
Nijmegen - Düsseldorf	1.34 hours	1	Content	Content
Arnhem - Düsseldorf	1.15 hours	0	Content	Content

The journey planner for the full travel overview

What else can you do?

Lots of browsing, shopping and buying. In the trendy Düsseldorf you will find both the famous Königsallee and the Schadowstrasse, known as the busiest shopping street in Germany. The lively Altstadt is also worth visiting.