Christmas market in Oldenburg 2025

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Celebrate Christmas in Oldenburg

The Christmas market in Oldenburg is a charming experience, renowned for its historic setting and welcoming atmosphere. More than 100 beautifully decorated stalls around the old town hall and St. Lambert's Church create a magical Christmas atmosphere. You can buy traditional products and Christmas decorations, as well as fragrant delicacies such as roasted almonds, Reibekuchen and mulled wine. What makes the Oldenburg Christmas market extra special is its cosy, warm atmosphere: there's no mass tourism, just authentic conviviality.

Travelling to Oldenburg by train

The high-speed ICE train runs daily from the Netherlands to Germany. With ICE, you can travel fast, in comfort and relaxation. From Amsterdam Centraal the train runs 5 times a day in 4.29 hours to Osnabrück where you can catch the train to Oldenburg. You can book a ticket to Oldenburg starting at € 28.

When are the Christmas markets held in Oldenburg?

Most Christmas markets in Oldenburg open around 13 November 2025 (subject to change). They are closed on 24 December and Christmas Day.

What else can you do in Oldenburg?

As well as its Christmas market, Oldenburg offers a variety of winter activities. Why not visit the Horst Janssen Museum, Oldenburg Castle, or the State Theatre? The pedestrian zone, with its numerous boutiques and coffee shops, provides an enjoyable setting for Christmas shopping. The Schlossgarten is highly recommended for a refreshing winter walk.
Thanks to its historic charm, cosy atmosphere and cultural highlights, Oldenburg is a surprisingly pleasant winter destination.