Christmas market Berlin 2026

Experience Christmas in Berlin by train

From mid-November until the end of December 2026, Berlin turns into a festive Christmas city full of lights and winter charm. The German capital offers more than 25 Christmas markets, from traditional to modern. The most famous ones are at the Gedächtniskirche, Gendarmenmarkt and Potsdamer Platz. Music fills the air, the smell of mulled wine drifts through the streets and thousands of lights sparkle across the city. With NS International, you can travel comfortably by train to Berlin from just € 38 one way.

A Christmas trip to Berlin

During the festive season, Berlin is full of life and activity. The markets at Gedächtniskirche and Potsdamer Platz are perfect for Christmas shopping and enjoying local treats. Those looking for a cosy and festive atmosphere will find it at Gendarmenmarkt, where live music and handmade crafts fill the square. The mobile ice rink at Marlene-Dietrich-Platz is also a popular winter attraction for young and old alike.

When are the Christmas markets in Berlin?

Most Christmas markets in Berlin are open from mid-November until the end of December 2026. Exact dates vary by location. Please note that the markets are closed on Christmas Eve and Christmas Day (24 and 25 December).

Your trip to Berlin by train

The high-speed ICE train runs daily from Amsterdam Central Station to the heart of Berlin in about 5.51 hours. You can book a second-class ticket from € 38 per person. Sit back, relax and enjoy the changing German scenery on your way to the capital.

Check the international itinerary planner to plan your ideal journey to Berlin.

Overview of train travel times to Berlin

Route	Travel times	Transfers	Header	Header
Amsterdam - Berlin	5.51 hours	0	Content	Content
Schiphol - Berlin	6.12 hours	1	Content	Content
Rotterdam - Berlin	6.40 hours	1	Content	Content
Utrecht - Berlin	5.44 hours	1	Content	Content
Eindhoven - Berlin	7.15	2	Content	Content
Arnhem - Berlin	5.40 hours	1	Content	Content
Groningen - Berlin	6.03 hours	2	Content	Content
Amersfoort - Berlin	5.15 hours	0	Content	Content
Nijmegen - Berlin	5.46 hours	1	Content	Content
Tilburg - Berlin	6.49 hours	2	Content	Content
Breda - Berlin	6.31 hours	1	Content	Content

For a complete travel itinerary, consult our itinerary planner

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.

Other things to do during Christmas in Berlin

Christmas in Berlin is more than just markets. Take a walk along Unter den Linden, where thousands of lights illuminate the trees, or go ice-skating at Marlene-Dietrich-Platz. Visit the Berlin Cathedral or Museum Island for a touch of culture, or enjoy a panoramic view of the city from the TV Tower. In the evening, Christmas concerts and winter bars invite you to relax and experience Berlin’s warm festive atmosphere.