Christmas markets in Switzerland
From Lake Geneva to Zurich, Swiss markets rely on their setting: mountains, old towns and lights. Bring Swiss francs, as prices are higher than in France.
Markets in the region (6)
Opens in 42 days
Montreux Christmas Market
Montreux
From 20 November to 24 December 2026
Worth the trip
Opens in 56 days
Saint-Nicolas in Fribourg
Fribourg
From 4 to 6 December 2026
Day out
Opens in 41 days
Geneva Christmas Market
Geneva
From 19 November to 24 December 2026
Worth the weekend
Opens in 41 days
Zurich Christmas Market
Zurich
From 19 November to 24 December 2026
Worth the weekend
Opens in 48 days
Basel Christmas Market
Basel
From 26 November to 23 December 2026
Worth the trip
Opens in 55 days
Lucerne Christmas Market
Lucerne
From 3 to 21 December 2026
Day out
Regional specialities
Fondue and raclette served on the spot, mulled wine (Glühwein), gingerbread, Christmas biscuits (Mailänderli, Zimtsterne), hot chocolate, roast chestnuts.
Christmas traditions
Saint Nicholas (Samichlaus) processions, trees decorated with crystals, choirs on the squares, markets that open in late November and often close before Christmas.
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