"Germany's Largest Manger Market Christmas mangers have been a tradition in Munich since 1597. You can bring a small piece of history back home with you by purchasing a manger itself, or some of the smaller handmade wooden or unbreakable plastic figurines to go in a manger. The Kripperl Market (Manager Market) is open from the end of November (dates vary every year according to Advent) and closes December 23."