Late November to 23 December · on Maxplatz
Christmas market Bamberg – festive magic, an apartment within walking distance.
Every Advent, Bamberg's Christmas market turns the old town into a village of mulled wine, Franconian treats and glittering lights. Our apartments at Luitpoldstraße 16 are well within walking distance of the old town and the market on Maxplatz – after a Glühwein, a short walk back to your own apartment. Book direct, save 7% with code DIRECT7.
Walkable to the market on Maxplatz
From the apartments at Luitpoldstraße 16 the Christmas market on Maximiliansplatz is an easy walk. No car, no taxi, no parking hassle.
Quiet night, lively Advent
Mulled wine and the nativity trail by day, a quiet night in your own apartment. Own kitchen, private bathroom, fast Wi-Fi, self check-in around the clock.
Book early
Advent weekends are popular in Bamberg and sell out early. Plan ahead to secure the best apartments – with code DIRECT7, another 7% off.
What is Bamberg's Christmas market?
Under the motto 'magic of Christmas', Bamberg's Christmas market spreads across Maximiliansplatz (Maxplatz) in the heart of the old town. Wooden stalls with mulled wine, Franconian sausages, gingerbread and crafts, a large illuminated Christmas tree and weekend music programmes.
A Bamberg speciality is the nativity trail (Krippenweg): around 35 nativity scenes displayed by churches, shops and public squares across the old town – an atmospheric walk through the UNESCO World Heritage site in winter light.
When and where does it take place?
The Christmas market traditionally runs from late November to 23 December, daily through Advent. The exact 2026 dates are announced by the City of Bamberg in autumn. The main location is Maximiliansplatz; the nativity trail spreads across the old town between Grüner Markt, the cathedral and Little Venice.
From the apartments at Luitpoldstraße 16, Maxplatz is well within walking distance. From the apartments at Zollnerstraße 195 in eastern Bamberg, the city centre is a short hop by bus or bike – all easy to reach without your own car.
Where to stay for the Christmas market?
For the shortest route to the market we recommend the apartments at Luitpoldstraße 16, well within walking distance of the old town and Maxplatz. If you'd prefer the quieter east of Bamberg – close to the university and hospital, say – choose one of the apartments at Zollnerstraße 195. Every apartment has its own fully equipped kitchen and private bathroom, and groups can combine several apartments at the same address. Find all stays with live availability via the button below.
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Frequently asked questions
When is Bamberg's Christmas market in 2026?+
Bamberg's Christmas market traditionally runs from late November to 23 December, daily through Advent. The exact 2026 dates are announced by the City of Bamberg in autumn.
Where does the Christmas market take place?+
The main location is Maximiliansplatz (Maxplatz) in the heart of the old town. In addition, the nativity trail with around 35 scenes spreads across the whole old town.
How far is BeMa Apartments from the Christmas market?+
From the apartments at Luitpoldstraße 16 the market on Maxplatz is well within walking distance; from the apartments at Zollnerstraße 195 in eastern Bamberg you can reach the city centre easily by bus or bike.
Should I book early?+
Yes, strongly recommended. Advent weekends are popular and sell out early. Booking directly through our website, we often have availability a bit longer than on the platforms.
Do I need a car?+
No. The market, the nativity trail and all the old-town sights are easy to reach without your own car – on foot, by bus or by bike. Arriving by train is far more relaxed than by car.
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