On winter evenings, Magdeburg transforms into a spectacle of light and color, and the Christmas Market becomes the heart of festive magic and a warm, glowing atmosphere where every step reveals more meticulously prepared Christmas illuminations on the Old Market.
The market stalls are surrounded by dazzling decorations, and over 1.2 million LED lights and 80 large light installations ensure that the darkness of night gives way to warm light that embraces the historic space. Each of these light installations tells the city’s story.
The Magdeburg World of Lights, designed by Multidekor, is an attraction visited by over a million visitors annually, highlighting the city’s beauty at this special time. It is also proof of how Christmas lighting transforms urban space, creating an unforgettable atmosphere full of warmth and closeness. At the Christmas market, you can see how the lights reflect in the eyes of passersby, creating shared memories full of joy.
Everyone who visits the Christmas Market in Magdeburg has the opportunity to feel the true spirit of Christmas. From craft huts, through the fairy-tale alley and Christmas light scenes, to Santa Claus’s residence – every element of the market is imbued with the atmosphere of anticipation, complemented by Christmas melodies, and the scent of mulled wine and holiday treats.
