Festive Christmas tree adorned with decorations and presents under twinkling market lights.
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Jarmark Bożonarodzeniowy - Wrocław Old Town - Świdnicka Street

Świdnicka Street, Poland
Season
Nov 21 - Jan 7, 2026 (Estimated)
Entry
Free entry

Experience Jarmark Bożonarodzeniowy - Wrocław Old Town - Świdnicka Street

The Wrocław Christmas Market on Świdnicka Street offers a charming extension of the city's main festive celebrations, creating an intimate shopping and dining experience away from the bustling Market Square. This historic pedestrian street, stretching from the Rynek to the underground passage and continuing toward the Opera, transforms into a winter wonderland lined with traditional wooden chalets during the holiday season. The market operates from November 21, 2025, through January 7, 2026, providing visitors with weeks of festive atmosphere. Świdnicka Street's market stalls complement the larger celebrations at Rynek and Salt Square, offering a quieter browsing experience while maintaining the magical Christmas spirit that has made Wrocław one of Europe's most beloved holiday destinations. Visitors can explore regional Silesian flavors, traditional Polish treats like oscypek (smoked sheep's cheese with cranberry), pierogi, and warming grzaniec (mulled wine) served in keepsake boot-shaped mugs. The street's smaller chalets create a more intimate shopping environment perfect for discovering handcrafted gifts, ornaments, and local artisan products. The market typically operates daily from 10:00 to 21:00, with food and drink vendors often staying open later into the evening. For the best experience, visit during early evening hours when the festive lights create a truly magical atmosphere along this historic street.

Highlights

🎭Unique Features

  • Historic pedestrian street setting from Rynek to Opera
  • Smaller wooden chalets for quieter browsing experience
  • Part of Wrocław's larger Christmas market network
  • Extended evening hours for food and drink vendors

🍴Food & Drink

  • Oscypek (smoked sheep's cheese with cranberry)
  • Traditional Polish pierogi
  • Grzaniec (mulled wine in keepsake boot-shaped mugs)
  • Bigos (traditional hunter's stew)
  • Regional Silesian flavors
  • International food options including Belgian waffles and Hungarian chimney cakes

🛍️Shopping

  • Hand-painted glass Christmas baubles
  • Traditional Polish woodwork and carvings
  • Local artisan ceramics and pottery
  • Embroidered home textiles
  • Handcrafted metalwork
  • Regional Christmas ornaments and decorations

🎄Atmosphere

traditionalcozyfamily-friendlyartisan-focused

Market Features

Live MusicCraft WorkshopsFamily FriendlyCarouselCollectible MugsLocal VendorsHandmade OrnamentsHistoric LocationFood CourtTraditionalArtisan CraftsRomanticKids Area

Practical Information

Location & Address

Świdnicka Street

Krakow, Poland

Plan Your Visit

2025 Dates: Nov 21 - Jan 7, 2026
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Hours: Mon-Sun: 10:00-21:00
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Entry & Fees

Free entry

Past Seasons

2025
Nov 21 - Jan 7
Mon-Sun: 10:00-21:00

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