Hotel Rosengarten

Christmas market in Leipzig

25th November to 23rd December 2025

Sun-Thu: 10.00-21.00

Fri-Sat: 10.00-22.00 - You can visit the Christmas market's own website with current information

Experience the beautiful historic and culturally rich East German city of Leipzig as Christmas approaches and the many cosy Christmas markets transform the city into a true Christmas paradise.

Leipzig's Christmas market tradition has roots dating back to the 15th century. Over time, the city's unique cultural and culinary offerings have helped give the city and its Christmas markets an almost legendary reputation. With well over 300 stalls, it is one of the largest Christmas markets in Germany. Under the traditional Christmas tree in the centre of the city, the splendid atmosphere of Leipzig's Christmas market is created, with lots of decorations, lights and Christmas cheer in the streets.

Augustusplatz offers plenty of exciting opportunities and activities for children, families, young and old, with a fairytale forest, crafts, Santa visits and lovely smells from all directions. You'll also have the chance to enjoy a fantastic view of the city centre with a ride on the big Ferris wheel.

Behind the old town hall and in front of the 'Alter Handelsbörse' you can find a cosy craft market where you can admire a wide variety of crafts and handicrafts, ranging from foundry and ceramics to glassblowing and candle-making. All of this is set against a wonderful backdrop of Christmas food stalls selling roasted almonds, Glühwein and much more.

At the city's historic Nikolai Church, you can enjoy a cosy and social gathering by the beautiful Christmas pyramid. Here you will find both burning punch and fragrant waffles and the area invites you to stroll in the lovely Christmas atmosphere.

Not far from the market area is Leipzig's huge shopping street, Petersstraße, which is a great place to go Christmas shopping and find some of the things the stalls don't offer.

Leipzig is a beautiful city with plenty to offer, and whatever the season, it's packed with sights that are well worth a visit. With a cheap hotel stay in the city at Christmas time, you have the perfect opportunity to enjoy a holiday combining the Christmas market with shopping and sightseeing.

Leipzig Zoo

Find a cheap car holiday in Germany at Risskov and visit the charming city of Leipzig on a family self-drive holiday. Leipzig has a lot to offer. A trip for both children and adults that is highly recommended is Leipzig Zoo, the city's large and very modern zoo. It is possible to get up close to some of the animals and then there are camel rides and boat trips around the grounds. Find a cheap summer holiday or winter break with Risskov and get away on a self-drive experience with child-friendly hotels.

Leipzig

Go on a driving holiday in Germany and discover the many beautiful cities that await you south of the Danish border. Find a cheap summer holiday and visit Leipzig, famous not only for its long trading traditions but also for its diverse music and cultural scene. The unique system of narrow streets and alleys gives the historic centre a most charming appearance. Stylish shops and department stores invite visitors to shop and stroll. Most of the city's sights are within walking distance, such as the Old Town Hall, St Thomas' Church, the beautiful opera, various museums and galleries. Find a self-drive family holiday with child-friendly hotels at Risskov.

Döllnitzbahn & Wilder Robert

In 1885 the narrow gauge line between Oschatz and Mügeln, through the "Royal Saxon State Railways" was put into operation. Today the line belongs to the private railway association Döllnitzbahn GmbH and is mainly used for the transport of school children and tourists; and thus both small and large steam locomotive enthusiasts. On the Döllnitzbahn website you will find all the information you need, e.g. about departures and prices. And the association 'Wilder Robert' offers many good suggestions for where to take the best pictures on the trip.

Freizeitbad Platsch

Freizeitbad Platsch is a large, combined sauna- and waterpark where the family can enjoy the perfect mix of fun, crazy entertainment and relaxation.  There are both water slides, powered basins, whirlpool, toddler pool, water playground and much more. Perfect for a rainy day when you are in Oschatz with your family.