Christ­mas Time 2026

If you’ve got time to spare, we recommend hopping on the next train and paying a visit to the Christmas markets in Esslingen and Ludwigsburg as well. The three major Christmas markets in the Stuttgart region showcase just how varied the Advent season can be: the Ludwigsburg Baroque Christmas Market delights visitors with its festive atmosphere and Baroque setting, whilst the Stuttgart Christmas Market features lovingly decorated stalls. In Esslingen, the Medieval Market and Christmas Market offer a special journey back in time amidst historic half-timbered houses and romantic alleyways. Which one is your favourite?

Stuttgart offers countless opportunities to find special gifts. Visit our Tourist Information Centre on the Market Square to browse a selection of regional products. Discover regional delicacies at the Market Hall, stylish finds at Dorotheenquartier and Breuninger, or explore charming shops and well-known high-street brands in the Calwerpassage and along Königstraße. Just outside Stuttgart, Outletcity Metzingen offers an impressive range of shopping opportunities.