The Christmas Market in Wrocław is one of the main winter attractions, drawing crowds every year. After all, nothing puts you in a joyful mood like entering a land where the magic of Christmas hangs in the air! Wooden stalls, colorful lights and decorations, the scent of gingerbread and spices – all of this brings back feelings from a time when we still believed in Santa Claus!
It is said that the Wrocław Christmas Market is considered one of the most beautiful in Europe. Certainly, its size is impressive. Are you curious about what you can find there? If so, keep reading!
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Christmas Market in Wroclaw– Key Information
In 2023, the market runs from November 24 and, for the first time in history, will continue until January 7, 2024! It takes place in several locations: on the Market Square (North, South, East, and West Promenades), at Plac Solny, on Oławska and Świdnicka streets.
The stalls are open from 10:00 to 22:00. It’s important to note that the market is closed on Christmas Eve and Christmas Day, and on New Year’s Eve, the stalls will close at 17:00. Fortunately, on New Year’s Eve, the gastronomic stands will remain open until 2 in the morning, so you can celebrate with a cup of mulled wine in hand!
Christmas Market – Events
What are the main events organized as part of the Christmas Market? On December 17 at 17:00, there will be a spectacle titled “Snow Tale” organized by the famous artists of the Gryf Guard. It’s worth participating in regardless of age! You can listen to the story of the Snow Queen, who, along with Snow Wizards and Snowflakes, embarks on a journey to recover a stolen crystal and restore the spirit of joyful winter.
On December 22, an interactive truck, the Wawel Truck, will appear at the Market with the Christmas convoy of Radio Zet! Inside the truck, there will be a paradise for the youngest, with skill games, knowledge about the secrets of making chocolate, and a sweet zone full of treats. Outside, culinary workshops will be organized, and a karaoke zone will be designated.
Main Attractions at the Market
Be sure to visit the house called the “Ratusz” on Plac Solny! It is a three-level building, and from its terrace, you can admire the panorama of the Market. Here, you can enjoy the iconic “Krasnal’s hot chocolate” served in boot-shaped cups. The rooms in the Ratusz, with a fairytale atmosphere, are enclosed, so if it’s too cold, you can warm up inside.
If you are at the Market with children, visit the Fairy Forest! On its premises, there is a mountain railway and a carousel, which will surely bring a lot of joy. This year, inside one of the buildings, after touching an interactive glass, children will see the magical Present Factory! They will be able to see how gifts are made from start to finish, thanks to the diligent work of the elves. This little show will surely enchant them!
What Can You Buy at the Market? Christmas Souvenirs
The richness of the Christmas Market in Wrocław consists of over 180 stalls! Many of them offer handicrafts: intricately crafted Christmas decorations, hand-painted baubles, angel figurines, ceramics, including the aforementioned boot-shaped cups, and hand-iced gingerbread. So, you can easily find Christmas presents for your family! You’ll come across many gems.
In addition to that, at the Market, you can buy jewelry, cosmetics, honey, alcohol, traditional pretzels, and various preserves. Of course, there are also toys: mainly plush toys and dolls, often in a festive form: elves, reindeer, and of course, Santa Claus!
Delicious Treats – Gastronomy
The Market is the perfect place to taste some delicacies – or several, because it’s hard to stop at just one! Everything tempts with appetizing smells and enticing looks. You can find traditional snacks such as “pyra z gzikiem” (potatoes with cottage cheese), a slice of bread with lard and pickles, hot sauerkraut, or grilled meats in various forms. For sweet lovers, there are gingerbreads and crispy waffles with various toppings!
If you want to deviate from the classics, the wooden stalls also sell less-known items: original Turkish halva, Spanish churros, or Portuguese Pastel de Nata. Want to stock up on sweets for winter? You can easily buy gummy bears, often in XXL sizes, or nuts in chocolate or caramel. At the Market, you can enjoy hot chocolate, punch, mulled wine, and various winter fruit and tea-based infusions.
Where to Sleep in Wroclaw?
We chose the Mercure Wrocław hotel because it is located a few minutes’ walk from the market and is a great base for exploring Wrocław. More recommended accommodations can be found in the post Where to Stay in Wrocław and on the map below.
Booking.comAs you can see, the Christmas Market in Wrocław is an event worth attending at least once to experience the unique atmosphere firsthand! The number of stalls ensures that everyone will find something for themselves, and the designated areas full of luminous decorations allow you to take photos full of the Christmas spirit as a keepsake! Have you been to the Christmas market this year? Let us know in the comments how your experience was!
See also:
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