Best Christmas markets in Poland

13 December 2024 , Tags: christmas , market

Best Christmas markets in Poland for a December break to get you in the festive mood.

There’s nothing quite like Christmas markets to get you into the seasonal spirit! Think about hundreds of beautifully decorated stalls offering up everything from mouth-watering festive treats such as gingerbread men to mulled wine and ale to keep out the cold. Not to mention a nice traditional feel and lovely atmosphere that makes Christmas in Poland such a special time!

Then, of course, the markets can be the perfect place to pick up handmade gifts, new decorations for your tree, and even local snacks as smoked cheese called “Oscypek” or homemade cakes to add a twist to your Christmas dinner. If you’re on the lookout for really unique gifts for your loved ones, then again markets are the place where you can track them down.

There are loads of charming Christmas spots across Poland, so the choice can be a little overwhelming, but to give you a helping hand we’ve rounded up the top Polish Christmas markets that need to be on your winter radar.

Check out our top picks below for jingle bells, mulled wine and gifts galore!

Wrocław: November 29 to January 7 (Rynek Główny)

Kraków: November 29 to January 1 (Rynek Główny)

Poznań: November 16 to January 6 (Plac Wolności); November 16 to December 22 (EXPO Poznań)

Gdańsk: November 22 to December 23 (Targ Węglowy)

Bydgoszcz: November 22 to December 22 (Stary Rynek)

Warszawa: November 23 to January 6 (Międzymurze Piotra Biegańskiego)

Katowice: November 22 to January 5 (Rynek Główny)

Toruń: November 23 to December 22 (Rynek Staromiejski)

Olsztyn: December 12-15 (Stare Miasto)

Szczecin: November 29 to December 22(Aleja Kwiatowa, Plac Adamowicza and Plac Lotników)

Zielona Góra: December 15-21 (Stary Rynek)