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Munich Christmas Markets

Overview

From late November up until Christmas Eve, the city of Munich is transformed into a Christmas wonderland!

The Munich Christmas market retains its traditional Bavarian character, selling an assortment of handmade items and gifts to get you into the festive spirit.  Wandering through the stalls, you'll be drawn in by the scents of the delicious traditional food offerings available, with everything from Bratwurst to roasted chestnuts.  There's live festive music from the balcony of the town hall every afternoon and the market even has its own Christmas tram - hop aboard and warm up with a hot drink as you travel between markets! 

Our Munich Christmas market tours are a great place for students to practise their German skills, and they also make for excellent enrichment trips.

Our Suggested Itinerary

  1. Day 1

    Flight to Munich. 

    Spend the evening in the heart of Munich at the Christmas market in Marienplatz.  Known locally as the Christkindlmarkt, this market has over 160 booths and plenty of other attractions for your students to enjoy!

  2. Day 2

    "Munich Highlights" walking tour.  Your students will learn the fascinating history behind some of the city's many historical attractions, including the Mary's Column, the Church of St Peter and the beer hall where Hitler launched the famous Beer Hall Putsch. 

    Enjoy some ice skating, surrounded by the stunning architecture of Munich and its festive atmosphere. 

    Join fellow Christmas market goers and gather in the main square for some festive music! 

    Grab some dinner at Sendlinger-Tor Market - this colourful, cosy market is located around the medieval city gate.  It's full of handmade crafts and traditional products - a great place to pick up some Christmas gifts!  

  3. Day 3

    Take a ride on the carousel and pick up some souvenirs at the Chinese Tower Market, located in the beautiful Englischer Garten.

    Optional add on: Guided tour of the Allianz Arena, home to the region's most beloved football team, FC Bayern München! 

    Return flight back to the UK. 

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Accommodation

For Munich trips, our schools tend to stay at one of the A&O hostels, a short U-Bahn ride from the city centre.  We use safe and secure accommodation especially suited to schools.  All accommodation we use is audited, and our auditing regime is verified by independent experts.