591st Dresden Striezelmarkt

13 Best German Christmas Markets

"Dating back to 1434 and regarded as the first genuine Christmas market, this longstanding event at the Altmarkt now stretches over many days with more than 200 stalls selling sweets, holiday trinkets and handcrafted gifts; a Ferris wheel offers elevated views of the lights. The 590th iteration takes place Nov. 27 to Dec. 24, 2024, keeping a deep historical tradition while offering festive rides and culinary treats." - Skye Sherman Skye Sherman Skye Sherman is a travel writer based in West Palm Beach, Florida. Aside from traveling, she's also a pilot, scuba diver, bookworm, and fourth-generation Floridian. Her work has appeared in Travel + Leisure, USA Today, Palm Beach Illustrated, Atlas Obscura, and more. Travel + Leisure Editorial Guidelines