Zurich Christmas Markets 2026: Dates (Nov 19 to Dec 24) and Fares | SlickTrip

Zurich, Switzerland · November 19 to December 24, 2026

Zurich Christmas Markets

Name: Zurich Christmas Markets 2026
Start: 2026-11-19
End: 2026-12-24
Location: Zurich, Switzerland

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When is Zurich Christmas Markets 2026?

Zurich Christmas Markets 2026 runs November 19 to December 24, 2026.

2026November 19 to December 24, 2026Confirmed

2027November 18 to December 24, 2027By the calendar

How the dates are set: The markets open in the third week of November and run to Christmas Eve, with exact dates announced each year.

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Source: ginaonaplane.com

Zurich Christmas Markets schedule

November 19 to December 23, 2026: The Singing Christmas Tree has local choirs, on weekdays from 5:30pm and weekends from 2:30pm, with more than 40 choirs.
Hauptbahnhof: Polarzauber at the main station has over 100 market stalls, restaurants and attractions across more than 2,000 square meters, indoors.
Sechseläutenplatz: The Wienachtsdorf village has a large food court, a 15-meter (49 ft) Christmas tree and mini bonfires.
Niederdorf: Market stands are spread through the old city center, an area also good for shopping.
Daily: The markets are typically open from around 11 a.m. to 10 p.m.

Sources: togetherinswitzerland.com, andrewandkait.com

Getting to Zurich Christmas Markets

Zurich Airport is a 12 minute train ride from the city center.
Arriving by train, the Christkindlimarkt at Zurich Hauptbahnhof is steps away.
One ticket covers train, tram, bus and ferry; individual tickets are valid for one hour. The SBB Mobile app covers routes and tickets.
Zurich has a Christmas tram that stops at most of the markets.

Sources: happytowander.com, ginaonaplane.com, andrewandkait.com

Where to stay in Zurich

Three of the four primary markets are within walking distance of each other in the Old Town, and the other is in the central train station.
Ibis Styles Zurich City Center was recommended as one of the most walkable locations to the markets, but prices in Zurich are high at this peak time.
Staying slightly outside the city center can help with accommodation costs.

Sources: andrewandkait.com, ginaonaplane.com

Tickets and cost

Entry to the Singing Christmas Tree is free from 19 November to 23 December 2026.

Source: togetherinswitzerland.com

Zurich Christmas Markets: questions people ask

Where are the Christmas markets in Zurich?

Zurich has four primary markets. Three are in the Old Town and one is in the central train station.

What is the Singing Christmas Tree in Zurich?

It is a tree-shaped stage where local choirs sing. It is a 5 minute walk from the Zurich train station, and entry is free.

How much do things cost at the Zurich Christmas markets?

One visitor reported hot drinks at 6 to 7 francs plus an average 4-franc mug deposit, and raclette at 12 to 15 francs.

How do I get from Zurich Airport to the city center?

By train, in about 12 minutes.

Is there a Christmas market inside the Zurich train station?

Yes. The Christkindlimarkt at Zurich Hauptbahnhof has dozens of stalls and a very large Christmas tree in the central hall.

Sources: andrewandkait.com, togetherinswitzerland.com, happytowander.com

About Zurich Christmas Markets

Several Christmas markets across Zurich, from the Old Town to the main station, plus the Singing Christmas Tree.

Zurich spreads its Christmas markets across the city: Old Town alleys, the Christkindlimarkt inside the main station with its crystal-covered tree, and the Wienachtsdorf village at Sechseläutenplatz. The Singing Christmas Tree has local choirs singing daily. The catch is that Swiss prices apply, so mulled wine and meals cost more than at most markets.

Know before you go

Mugs often carry a deposit of about 4 francs on top of the drink price.
Weekdays are far less crowded than weekends.
Zurich Airport is a 12 minute train ride from the city center.

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