Dillinger Christmas market: Experience enjoyment and tradition in the castle courtyard!

Dillinger Christmas market: Experience enjoyment and tradition in the castle courtyard!

The pre-Christmas season has arrived in Dillingen a.d. Danube, and that means you can look forward to the festive atmosphere and the numerous lights. The traditional one opens from December 12th to 14th, 2025 Dillinger Christmas market its gates around the castle courtyard and the castle garden. Here, visitors can not only purchase regional jewelry and handicrafts, but also immerse themselves in the world of culinary delicacies.

The market's opening times are particularly family-friendly: on Friday you can visit it from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m., on Saturday from 2 p.m. to 9 p.m., and on Sunday the stalls invite you to linger from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. There are enough parking spaces available for the journey - around 80 parking spaces are located directly at the castle, while further spaces can be found on Königsstrasse and at the train station.

Colorful market for all senses

The variety of offerings makes the Christmas market in Dillingen particularly attractive. Numerous clubs and local organizations present their home-made products, including handcrafted gifts and treats. Particularly noteworthy is the Bundeswehr stand, which is now traditionally part of the Christmas market. There is also a nativity scene exhibition in the castle, which will certainly captivate many visitors.

The local one had a similar experience of success Association in the past at the Christmas market at Gleisdreieck in Dillingen. The club was represented there with its own stand from November 30th to December 3rd, 2023. The tarte flambée and the cozy atmosphere created by an oven were particularly popular. The raffle attracted numerous visitors with vouchers for sightseeing flights. The young people of the club contributed a lot to the success, and the anticipation of taking part next year is already palpable.

A celebration for the whole family

Christmas markets are very popular throughout Germany and attract millions of visitors. The ADAC editorial team has put together a selection of the most beautiful markets, including Dillingen. Whether at home or elsewhere in Germany – the variety ranges from smaller markets to large city events. The Dillinger Christmas market has established itself as an integral part of the region and is therefore very popular.

The festive atmosphere, the regional products and the lively atmosphere make the Christmas market in Dillingen a special experience for young and old. It is worth immersing yourself in this colorful pre-Christmas world and getting hold of one or two bargains among the unusual gift ideas.