01.12.2023 - 24.12.2023 Waisenhausplatz Square Christmas Market

When the leaves are all gone and the days are getting shorter, the time has come for Bern’s Christmas markets. In December, the Christmas lights and festive mood are once again returning to Waisenhausplatz square.

  • Opening hours
    Waisenhausplatz square
    Christmas Market
    1 December to 24 December 2023
    Mon–Sat 10:00 a.m.–6:00 p.m.

    Altjahresmarkt (Boxing Week Market)
    27. December 2023 – 6 january 2024
    10:0m a.m.–6:00 p.m

The beautiful market on Waisenhausplatz square has been around for over 20 years and never fails to delight visitors. Over 50 stalls, Christmas trees and festive decorations, and the smell of mulled wine and Christmas cookies invite you to stroll and browse.


If you’re looking for a delicious and atmospheric Advent evening, we recommend a visit to the market restaurant “Platzhirsch”. Once you’re equipped with one of their in-house fondue bags – which contains everything you need to cook this typical winter dish – you can choose the spot with the best view over the beautifully illuminated Christmas market and the decorated fir tree. Then it’s just a matter of lighting a fire and enjoying the fondue.

If you’re still looking for gifts for your loved ones, you’re sure to find something here. The vendors present a wide range of traditional and custom products such as delicious candied almonds, star-shaped Christmas ornaments and handmade candles.

  • Tipp

    There are plenty more festive activities in Bern! You can find everything you need to know about Bern’s Christmas Markets here.

  • Waisenhausplatz (Orphanage Square)

    Waisenhausplatz (Piazza dell’Orfanotrofio)
    3011 Bern

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