Alt-Rixdorfer Weihnachtsmarkt

What makes the Alt-Rixdorf Christmas Market a top recommendation?

The Alt-Rixdorf Christmas Market is one of Berlin’s most traditional Christmas markets, taking place annually for over 50 years on the second Advent weekend. It unfolds in the historic Bohemian Village around Richardplatz and maintains a special atmosphere with its petroleum lamp lighting. It’s impressive that over 200 stalls are operated exclusively by non-profit associations, organizations, and groups, ensuring that the proceeds benefit social projects. This makes the Alt-Rixdorf Christmas Market an authentic and sustainable experience away from commercial megamarkets. The historical forge, a carriage square, and living nativity scenes with donkeys underscore the village character of this Christmas festival.

What Christmas highlights can guests particularly look forward to?

Visitors to the Alt-Rixdorf Christmas Market can expect numerous lovingly designed stalls with handmade crafts, wooden toys, candles, and regional delicacies. Particularly popular is arguably Berlin’s most delicious mulled wine, served in rustic stalls, as well as Rixdorf liqueurs and honey mead. For hearty appetites, there are traditional grilled sausages, ‘Feuerfleisch’ (fire meat), as well as vegan and vegetarian specialties. Children are drawn to Santa Claus, the fairy tale witch, and pony rides, which bring joy to their eyes. Visits to the historical forge and the carriage exhibition in the Bohemian Village are also worthwhile, adding to the Christmas magic.

What should you consider before visiting the Alt-Rixdorf Christmas Market?

Admission to the Alt-Rixdorf Christmas Market is free. Due to its central location in lively Neukölln, the easiest way to get there is by public transport. S-Bahn lines S41, S42, S45, S46, S47, as well as U-Bahn line U7 (Karl-Marx-Straße station) and various bus lines such as 171, M41, and N7 conveniently bring visitors to Richardplatz. Parking spaces, however, are scarce, so driving is not recommended. It’s also important to know that the market is traditionally open for only three days: Friday from 5 PM and on the weekend from 2 PM until the evening. Those interested in sustainable enjoyment will appreciate the use of reusable crockery throughout the market grounds.

Editor’s Conclusion

We ourselves visited the Alt-Rixdorf Christmas Market and experienced the special atmosphere around Richardplatz. The market impresses with its commitment to non-profit initiatives and its charming design within a historical setting. The mix of traditional craftsmanship, culinary highlights, and child-friendly program makes it an outstanding destination among Berlin’s Christmas markets for us. We particularly appreciate the warm atmosphere created by the petroleum light and the thought that every visit supports social projects in Neukölln. Therefore, we gladly recommend the Alt-Rixdorf Christmas Market as a lively and sustainable Christmas leisure location.