Advent and Christmas markets

The market season has begun in Schaffhauserland . Advent and Christmas markets invite you to stroll, marvel and enjoy. Whether in the historic old town of Schaffhausen, in picturesque Stein am Rhein or in the charming villages of the region - festively decorated stalls, warming delicacies and atmospheric moments await you everywhere.

There are many market stalls in a square. People walk past.

Martinimarkt Schaffhausen

November 12 and 13, 2025

The traditional Martinimarkt fills Schaffhausen's old town with cheerful hustle and bustle. From the Vorstadt to Fronwagplatz and Vordergasse, countless stalls invite you to browse and enjoy.

Hallau evening sale

November 19, 2025

From 5 p.m. to 9 p.m., the evening sale in Hallau invites you to enjoy shopping and socializing. Festively illuminated alleyways, fine food stalls and attractive offers make the stroll a special experience.

View of golden vines and the church St. Moritz in Hallau. The sky is colored in red and orange.
A church stands on a hill with vines. Behind it you can see the village.

Wilchinger Chilbi and funfair

November 16 and 17, 2025

In mid-November, on St. Othmar's Day, Wilchingen is transformed into an atmospheric festival. The Chilbi and market delight visitors with colorful stalls and wintery scents.

medieval times Schloss Laufen

November 21 to 23, 2025

The medieval times at Schloss Laufen am Rheinfall enchants with traders from all over the world, delicious food and drink, game stands and jugglers in a unique castle atmosphere.

A person in medieval garb and a red cap walks through the castle courtyard. Market stalls stand at the edge.
Shining stars hang over an alley in Neunkirch. A tower can be seen in the background.

Advent market Neunkirch

November 22, 2025

The traditional Advent market in Neunkirch transforms the Vordergasse into a wintry experience full of charm, surprises and Christmas anticipation.

Neuhaus Advent market and Sunday sale

November 29 and 30, 2025

On Saturday evening, the Advent market on the SIG grounds will kick off with fine food, entertainment and attractions. On Sunday, the Advent market with Sunday sales from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. invites you to stroll around the colorful stalls and participating stores.

Children stand at a market stall in the evening and look at homemade items. The stall is decorated with Christmas lights.

Märlistadt Stein am Rhein

December 3, 2025 to January 4, 2026

Stein am Rhein is transformed into a Märlistadt in December. Glowing market stalls, a colorful carousel, the lovely fairytale trail or warming mulled wine from the unique fairytale cup - Märlistadt is so much more than just a Christmas market.

Thayngen Christmas market

December 6, 2025

The Christmas market in Thayngen fills the church square with Christmas anticipation. Numerous stalls with regional specialties, handmade gifts and Christmas treats invite you to discover them.

Aerial view of Thayngen in the fall with the church tower and view over the village.
At a stand, a woman looks at a handmade product.

Schaffhausen Christmas market

December 13 and 14, 2025

The historic cloister of Allerheiligen is transformed into an atmospheric backdrop for the Schaffhausen Christmas market. Between old walls and festively decorated stalls, visitors can look forward to homemade products, winter delicacies and atmospheric moments in a unique setting.

Medieval market Stein am Rhein

December 12 to 14, 2025

On the 3rd weekend of Advent, the medieval market takes place in the grounds of St. Georgen Monastery in a uniquely authentic setting. A mug of mead in your hand, challenging your luck at mouse roulette and looking over the blacksmith's shoulder - this is what market magic feels like.

There are many market stalls between the historic alleyways of the small town of Stein am Rheins. Visitors in medieval garb wander through the market.
There are various illuminated market stalls on a road along a stream.

Chrischchindli Märkt Schlaate

December 13 and 14, 2025

Lovingly decorated stalls with home-made goods, handicrafts, clothing and much more invite you to browse along the festively decorated Christmas tree-lined stream.