Christmas market Dortmund 2026
Experience Christmas in Dortmund by train
Take a Christmas trip to Dortmund
After arriving by train, it takes only a few minutes to walk from the station to the Dortmund Christmas market. On the atmospheric Hansaplatz, you can enjoy live music, handmade crafts and warm drinks. Children will love the carousels and winter attractions. Thanks to its central location, the market is easy to combine with a day of shopping or sightseeing in the city.
When is the Christmas market in Dortmund?
The Christmas market in Dortmund is open from 19 November to 30 December 2026. The market is closed on 24 November and 25 December.
Address: Hansaplatz
Your trip to Dortmund with ICE
The high-speed ICE train runs from the Netherlands to Germany and Switzerland daily. With ICE you can relax and travel quickly and comfortably. From the Netherlands you simply board an ICE train and get off 2.44 hours later at the Christmas market in Dortmund. You only have to change trains in Duisburg. Ticket prices start at € 20 per person.
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With Intercity services to the Christmas market in Dortmund
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!
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 Dortmund
| Route | Travel time | Transfer | Header | Header |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Amsterdam - Dortmund | 2.44 | 1 | Content | Content |
| Amersfoort - Dortmund | 3.44 | 1 | Content | Content |
| Utrecht - Dortmund | 2.41 | 1 | Content | Content |
| Rotterdam - Dortmund | 3.25 | 2 | Content | Content |
| Arnhem - Dortmund | 2.04 | 1 | Content | Content |
For a complete travel itinerary, consult our itinerary planner
Other things to do during Christmas in Dortmund
There is plenty to discover in Dortmund beyond the Christmas market:
- Westfalenpark: take a winter walk and enjoy panoramic views from the Florian Tower.
- German Football Museum: a must-visit for football fans, located right next to the station.
- Shopping in Westenhellweg: one of Germany’s most famous shopping streets, perfect for Christmas gifts.
- Local museums: explore Dortmund’s industrial heritage at the Brewery Museum or the historic coal mine Zeche Zollern.
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