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Easter markets in Germany are filled with explosions of colors along with decorated stalls, mouthwatering food, precious crafts and of course, ornate Easter eggs. Get out of hibernation and welcome the anticipated spring season by heading to these five Easter markets!
1. St. Wendel
Every Easter season, the St. Wendeler Ostermarkt becomes the highlight of this quaint town. Over 90 stalls filled with everything from fresh soaps to beautiful spring flowers — fill up the town as well as your stomachs as they sell delicious goodies like those irresistible chimney cakes! The perfect family activity, this Easter market will get your little ones excited for the appearance of the Easter bunny. Don’t forget to take a picture of the giant Easter crown that proudly sits in the town’s fountain.
Dates: April 4-7, 2019
2. Nuremberg
Known as the oldest Nuremberg market, this Bavarian city will be a sea of pastel hues. With over 100 vendors, you’re sure to leave this market with baskets filled with crafts, sweets, eggs and Easter decorations that will make the perfect centerpiece for your Easter dinner. The Nürnberger Ostermarkt also has cooking demonstrations for the curious chefs in the making. Since you’re in this beautiful city, head to the Alstadt, or Old Town and see medieval architecture at the Kaiserburg, a famous castle which has an observation platform, boasting gorgeous views of Nuremberg.
Dates: April 5-22, 2019
3. Hamburg
This port city celebrates Easter in a unique way – with bonfires! What started as a Pagan tradition is now an anticipated Easter one adopted by Christians. This ritual is held on the evening on Easter Saturday where a candle is lit from the bonfire into a darkened church. For those who would like to see a more traditional spin on Easter, head to the Hamburg DOM funfair, a spring fest that has a vast amount of attractions for the kids in addition to delicious sweets, beer, bratwursts and more!
Dates: Through April 22, 2019
4. Munich
Munich, the Bavarian city that’s home to the famous Oktoberfest, also does this spring event in an elaborate fashion as there are many Easter celebrations peppered throughout the city. Olympiapark, the venue of the 1972 Olympics, transforms into a bright open-air market filled with an Easter egg hunt, egg painting, rides, crafts and much more! If you’re a foodie, try can’t-be-missed delicacies at The Market of the Senses, a market filled with craftsmanship. An Easter brunch at The Schlosscafe in the Palmenhaus is another opportunity to feast on Easter delights.
5. Berlin
Being that Berlin is Germany’s largest city, it’s no surprise there will be a few markets and Spring festivals dotted throughout the city. The Easter market of Kurfürstendamm is perfect for children who love a good Easter egg hunt — 12 large eggs hidden within the market to be exact! Alexanderplatz’s Easter market is Berlin’s most popular one with wine stands, a beer garden, street artists, Easter stalls and more. The Spring Festival on Kurt-Schumacher-Damm is also a fan-favorite fest that includes roller coasters and other kid-friendly activities.
