Welcome to the Schwabing Christmas Market - Munich’s finest Artists Market

November 29th - December 24th 2009

November 27th: Openning with the Mayor of Munich, 6pm until 8:30pm

Open daily Monday - Friday 12 o'clock until 8:30pm,

Saturday and Sunday 11am until 8:30pm

December 24th 11am until 2pm

We are looking forward to your visit!

Munich’s finest Artists Market

This years theme is “Shining light”. With this themed market the artists of the Schwabing Christmas Market would like to allude to the neccessity not to look after number one even in hard times.

Over 100 artists from all over Germany create a place in this hectic world where one can gather, relax and enjoy the unique atmosphere that is the “Schwabing’s Chistmas Market”. The concept has been one of an artists market from the very beginning. An unmistakable flair can be found here with the high level of artistic talent and craftsmanship. This is further underlined by the quality of the daily cultural programme and fine foods.

All concerts and events are free of charge!

Already in the early 1970’s a number of artists, who were to be found during the summer on the ‘Art Mile’ in the Leopold Street, began to show their work at the former Swiss House in the run up to Christmas.

In 1975 the idea of an artists market, with proper stalls and events, was born. With the backing of the local council headed by Mrs. v. Welser-Ude, the Schwabing Chistmas Market was founded.

A jury is responsible for chosing the work shown as well as finding new exhibitors. This ensures that all exhibited work comes from the studios and workshops of the artists.