Festive Christmas tree adorned with decorations and presents under twinkling market lights.
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Weihnachtsmarkt Dortmund - Westenhellweg

Westenhellweg, Germany
Season
Nov 20 - Dec 30, 2025
Entry
Free entry
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Experience Weihnachtsmarkt Dortmund - Westenhellweg

The Weihnachtsmarkt Dortmund along Westenhellweg brings festive cheer to one of Germany's busiest shopping streets in the heart of the Ruhr region. As part of the larger Dortmunder Weihnachtsstadt, one of Europe's biggest Christmas markets with over 250 stalls, this section seamlessly blends holiday tradition with urban shopping convenience. The Westenhellweg location offers visitors an authentic German Christmas market experience featuring traditional wooden stalls adorned with twinkling lights, creating a magical atmosphere amid the city's modern retail landscape. Browse through an impressive selection of handcrafted ornaments, unique toys, and artisan decorations while savoring classic German treats like bratwurst, Westphalian grilled ham, and roasted almonds. The market's signature annual Glühwein mug, featuring a new design each year, has become a coveted collector's item among regular visitors. Warm up with specialty beverages and sweet delicacies like crêpes as you explore the festive stalls. The combination of over 138,000 LED lights illuminating the world's tallest Christmas tree at nearby Hansaplatz and the charming market atmosphere creates an unforgettable holiday experience. Visit during evening hours when the stalls stay open later, especially on Fridays and Saturdays, to experience the market's most enchanting ambiance.

Highlights

🎭Unique Features

  • Part of one of Europe's largest Christmas markets with over 250 stalls
  • Located on Westenhellweg, Dortmund's main shopping street
  • Annual collectible Glühwein mug with changing yearly design
  • Connected to the world's tallest Christmas tree (45 meters) at Hansaplatz

🍴Food & Drink

  • Traditional German Glühwein served in collectible annual mugs
  • Westphalian grilled ham (Westfälischer Grillschinken)
  • Bratwurst
  • Roasted almonds (Gebrannte Mandeln)
  • Crêpes
  • Various specialty beverages

🛍️Shopping

  • Handcrafted Christmas decorations
  • Unique and unusual toys
  • Traditional German handicrafts
  • Artisan ornaments
  • Festive home décor

🎄Atmosphere

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Market Features

Family FriendlyCollectible MugsLight ShowLocal VendorsHandmade OrnamentsTraditionalArtisan CraftsFree EntryRomantic

Practical Information

Location & Address

Westenhellweg

Dortmund, Germany

Plan Your Visit

2025 Dates: Nov 20 - Dec 30, 2025
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Hours: Mon-Thu: 11:00-21:00 | Fri, Sat: 11:00-22:00 | Sun: 12:00-21:00
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Entry & Fees

Free entry

Free admission (Eintritt frei)

Past Seasons

2025
Nov 20 - Dec 30
Mon-Thu: 11:00-21:00 | Fri, Sat: 11:00-22:00 | Sun: 12:00-21:00
8 closure(s)
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