Winter & Christmas markets on Lake Constance
Limitless christmas at Lake Constance
Lake Constance is a Christmas paradise, with traditions, customs and culinary delights from Germany, Austria, Switzerland and the Principality of Liechtenstein! Festively decorated cities in all four countries illuminate the shores. The many Christmas markets lure visitors lakeside, to our beloved islands, between snowy mountain peaks and in baroque castles. The lake that carries the sugary scents of waffles and cinnamon is the same on which white passenger ships sail back and forth connecting visitors to different Christmas markets around the Bodensee. Regional hotels offer Christmas specials, fulfilling your winter holiday wishes in the four-country region.
Christmas is a special time for enjoyment ...
… on that we can all agree. As spiced mulled wine fills the crisp air, the village people are busy cooking and baking your favorite holiday treats.
And despite the close proximity of Germany, Austria, Switzerland and the Principality of Liechtenstein to each other, each country is proud of their own traditional Christmas specialties, so it’s a good idea to visit as many holiday markets and festivities as you can!
Kässpätzle, Kässpatzn, Käsknöpfle, Chäschnöpfli ...
they all mean the same thing … more Cheese Dumplings, please! The delicious dish made from flour, fresh eggs, herbs and cheese has a different name on almost every Christmas market on Lake Constance.
Why is that? Well, Cheese Spaetzle is not just cheese spaetzle! In each country, this typical dish is prepared a bit differently: In Liechtenstein, the Käsknöpfle are served with fresh applesauce. In Switzerland and Austria, a blend of three or four mountain cheeses plays an important role in this recipe topped with crispy onions. And the German side is particularly proud of their Swabian spaetzle. Order up and dig in!
Specialities Everyone Must Try!
- Germany: Schupfnudeln (finger-shaped potato dumplings), Dinnele (thin-crust flatbreads with different savory toppings) and Winzerglühwein (hot mulled wine)
- Austria: Heiße Maroni (hot, roasted chestnuts served streetside in a paper cone), Käseknödel (a soft cheese dumpling), Glühmost (a delicious hot apple cider drink) and Riebel (this dish is comfort food to the core, served as a savory or sweet polenta dish that’s also vegetarian)
- Switzerland: Biber from St. Gallen (gingerbread treats made from honey and filled with marzipan), Raclette and Fondue, Nusstorte (nut cake, looking more like a pie with a dense nutty filling and a buttery, flaky crust) and Glühbier „Heißer Schütz“ (from St. Gallen is hot spiced beer)
- The Principality of Liechtenstein: Käsknöpfle mit Apfelmus (cheese dumplings with apple sauce), Ribel (a warm polenta dish with milk, cream, sugar or also made with sour cheese) and Tatsch mit Kompott (mini pancakes served with warm fruit)
Magical Christmas markets and events on Lake Constance
If you are looking for a special destination for your Christmas market visit, then Lake Constance is the perfect choice. Here you will find more Christmas markets in one region than anywhere else! With 273 kilometers of shoreline and four countries, Lake Constance offers more than enough opportunities for Christmas, Advent and Christmas markets. These markets are among the most beautiful Christmas markets on Lake Constance and should definitely be visited.
Selected Christmas ships on Lake Constance
Experience the festive magic of Lake Constance on the Christmas ships! Whether on an atmospheric round trip, a cozy Advent cruise or in an exclusive pop-up restaurant on board - every cruise is an unforgettable winter experience. Treat yourself to a break from the hustle and bustle and enjoy the festively decorated ships, the glittering water and the special atmosphere on wintry Lake Constance. A must for every visitor to the lake during the Christmas season!
Suitable offers
Enjoy festive Christmas specials in regional hotels that will make your winter vacation dreams come true. And with the Bodensee Card PLUS - the all-inclusive ticket for your winter vacation on Lake Constance - your vacation will be even more relaxing.
An overview of the Christmas highlights
Around Lake Constance, visitors will find Christmas experiences in the smallest of spaces and at the highest level: events right on the lake, in historic old towns with special lighting, in baroque castles or on exclusive Christmas ships. Mulled wine, almonds and traditional Christmas specialties are now on the agenda and one winter highlight follows the next.
Which Christmas markets are taking place this year? Here is a comprehensive overview of the 2024 Christmas markets around Lake Constance.
Christmas markets & winter experiences 2024
| 15.11. - 23.12.2024 |
Bregenz Christmas Market (AT) |
| 15.11. - 23.12.2024 |
Christmas in the Upper Town, Bregenz (AT) |
| 19.11.2024 - 06.01.2025 |
Christmas Garden Insel Mainau (DE) |
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22.11. - 23.11.2024 |
Blosengelmarkt Feldkirch (AT) |
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22.11. - 26.12.2024 |
Zauberwald Hohenems (AT) |
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22.11. - 24.11.2024 |
Medieval Christmas Market Schloss Laufen (CH) |
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22.11. - 23.12.2024 |
Dornbirner Christkindlemarkt (AT) |
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23.11.2024 |
Chlausmarkt Hüttwilen (CH) |
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23.11. - 24.11.2024 |
Christmas Market Tobel-Tägerschen (CH) |
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28.11. - 23.12.2024 |
Hüttenzauber Singen (DE) |
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28.11. - 22.12.2024 |
Lindauer Hafenweihnacht (DE) |
|
28.11. - 23.12.2024 |
Christmas market by the lake Constance (DE) |
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28.11. - 24.12.2024 |
St. Gallener Christmas Market (CH) |
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29.11. - 30.11.2024 |
Meersburger Christmas Market (DE) |
|
29.11. - 22.12.2024 |
Bodensee-Weihnacht, Friedrichshafen (DE) |
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29.11. - 24.12.2024 |
Weihnachtsstadt Feldkirch (AT) |
|
29.11. - 30.11.2024 |
Meersburger Christmas Market (DE) |
|
29.11. - 30.11.2024 |
Kressbronner Christmas Market (DE) |
|
29.11. - 01.12.2024 |
Advent Market Bischoffszell (CH) |
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29.11. - 01.12.2024 |
Christmas in the castle, Tettnang (DE) |
|
30.11. - 01.12.2024 |
Adventszauber am alten Torkel Hagnau (DE) |
|
30.11.2024 |
Advent Market Neunkirch (CH) |
|
30.11.2024 |
Weihnachts- und Handwerkermarkt Stettfurt (CH) |
|
30.11. - 01.12.2024 |
Weihnachtsmarkt Engen (DE) |
|
30.11. - 01.12.2024 |
Advent Market Neuhausen (CH) |
|
30.11.2024 |
Advent Market Wasserburg (DE) |
|
30.11.2024 |
Nikolausmarkt Deggenhausertal (DE) |
|
30.11.2024 |
Christkindlemarkt Arbon (CH) |
|
30.11. - 01.12.2024 |
Chlausmarkt Romanshorn (CH) | |
|
01.12.2024 |
Klosemarkt Aach (DE) | |
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01.12.2024 |
Christmas Market im Kloster Fischingen (CH) | |
|
04.12. - 05.01.2025 |
Märlistadt Stein a. Rhein (CH) | |
|
05.12. - 08.12.2024 |
Radolfzeller Christkindlemarkt (DE) | |
| 06.12. - 09.12.2024 | Medieval Christmas market in the castle courtyard, Markdorf (DE) | |
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07.12. - 08.12.2024 |
Schaffhauser Christmas Market (CH) | |
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07.12. - 08.12.2024 |
Vaduzer Christmas Market (FL) | |
|
07.12.2024 |
Christmas Market Thayngen (CH) | |
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07.12. - 08.12.2024 13.12. - 14.12.2024 |
Christmas Market Weinfelden (CH) |
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07.12.2024 |
Amriswiler Christmas Market (CH) | |
|
08.12.2024 |
Arts and crafts market Bermatingen (DE) | |
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08.12.2024 |
Christmas and Advent Market Heiligenberg (DE) | |
|
10.12.2024 |
Christmas Market Schönholzerswilen (CH) | |
|
12.12.2024 |
Advent Market Sulgen (CH) | |
|
12.12. - 15.12.2024 |
Christmas tent Kreuzlingen (CH) | |
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12.12. - 22.12.2024 |
Überlinger Christmas Market (DE) | |
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13.12. - 15.12.2024 |
Medieval Market Stein am Rhein (CH) | |
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14.12. - 15.12.2024 |
Chrischchindlimärkt Schlaate (CH) | |
|
14.12.2024 |
Aadorfer Christmas Market (CH) | |
|
14.12.2024 |
Christmas Market Schloss Herdern (CH) | |
|
15.12.2024 |
Christkindlesmarkt Bermatingen (DE) | |
|
20.12. - 22.12.2024 |
Christmas Market Frauenfeld (CH) | |
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21.12.2024 |
Christmas Magic Malbun (FL) |
Christmas ships
| 29.11. - 22.12.2024 | Christmas ship Bregenz (AT) - Lindau (DE) - Vorarlberg Lines |
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08.11.2024 - 14.03.2025 |
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| 29.11. - 22.12.2024 | Bodensee-Schiffsbetriebe : Winter cruise, Advent cruise with coffee & cake, pleasure cruise in winter with Advent breakfast | from the port of Constance or Lindau |
The details of the events are without guarantee