Jarmark Bożonarodzeniowy - Wrocław Old Town

The Wrocław Christmas Market transforms the historic Old Town into one of Poland's most enchanting winter destinations, spanning across Market Square (Rynek), Salt Square (Plac Solny), Świdnicka Street, and Oławska Street. This magical market features the iconic Christmas Windmill decoration and a spectacular entrance gate from Świdnicka Street that welcomes visitors into a festive wonderland. The centerpiece is a towering 24-meter Christmas tree adorned with 120,000 lights and 3,000 baubles, officially illuminated on December 6th during Mikołajki (Saint Nicholas Day) celebrations. Families are drawn to the extensive children's attractions including the Fairy Tale Forest, Rudolf carousel, winter labyrinth, and hands-on workshops. The special Christmas Dwarf 'Prezentuś' grants wishes to delighted visitors throughout the season. Market Square buzzes with live music, carol singing, and folk performances, while Plac Solny offers a quieter atmosphere perfect for sampling international and traditional Polish cuisine. Wooden chalets showcase regional Silesian flavors alongside Belgian waffles, Hungarian chimney cakes, and German bratwurst. The market's charm lies in its authentic Polish character combined with European Christmas traditions, making it a more affordable and less crowded alternative to Western European markets. Visit during early evening on weekdays for the best experience with magical lighting and fewer crowds.