Every year around Christmas, Luxembourg City slowly transforms into a place full of festivity, and the entire city exudes a festive Christmas atmosphere. Sparkling Christmas lights, decorated shopping streets, Christmas markets filled with cheerful visitors, and, of course, countless tents and stalls where you can warm up with a nice hot drink. There’s no doubt that Luxembourg is the place to experience the ultimate Christmas spirit. The cozy spots to get into the Christmas spirit are scattered throughout the city, so in this article, we’ll share the best places to visit during Christmas in Luxembourg City.
This year, the Luxembourg City Christmas Market will take place from November 20, 2026, through January 3, 2027!
Luxembourg City in the Christmas spirit
When we arrived in Luxembourg City, the first thing we noticed was that so much attention has been paid to lights and decorations! The historic buildings are decorated with Christmas wreaths, lights hang in the trees and the Christmas markets attract attention from afar. Compared to the Netherlands, the Luxembourgers have really done their best to dress the city completely in a Christmas garb, so much fun! Luxembourg is well known for its Christmas spirit, because every year the Christmas Fair is held here. Winterlights Festival organized.
Winterlights Festival Luxembourg
The Winterlights Festival is the name given to all the festivities and activities organized in Luxembourg City during the Christmas season. For example, there are three different Christmas markets. Concerts, exhibitions, activities especially for children, and other Christmas events are also organized. In Luxembourg City, you can fully immerse yourself in a Christmas fairy tale.
Where should you be during Christmas in Luxembourg City?
The Christmas markets in Luxembourg City are spread over three squares: Place de La Constitution, Place d'Armes and Place de Paris.
1. Place de la Constitution
The Christmas market at Place de la Constitution is called the ‘Wantermaart.’ Here you’ll find more than 40 different stalls offering all kinds of treats and fun Christmas gifts. The highlight of the Christmas market is the Ferris wheel, which offers a view of Place de la Constitution—with the festive Christmas atmosphere on one side and the Pétrusse and Pont Adolphe on the other. Of course, we couldn’t resist taking a ride on the Ferris wheel, and then warming our cheeks with a delicious glass of mulled wine.
2. Place d'Armes
During the Christmas season, you’ll find the ‘Lëtzebuerger Chrëschtmaart’ at Place d’Armes. This Christmas market is especially fun if you’re looking for a cozy Christmas atmosphere in the city center and the thought of delicious treats is already making your mouth water. That’s because you’ll find all the typical treats you’d expect at a Christmas market here. We were immediately drawn to the giant marshmallows we spotted at a stall and just had to roast them over the campfire. But the real Luxembourgish specialty at the Christmas market? That’s the gromperekichelcher—spiced potato cookies.
3. Place de Paris
Did you know that Luxembourg also has a Saint Nicholas? They call him "Kleeschen" and he looks like St. Nicholas as we know him. Only St. Nicholas is not celebrated there on December 5, but on December 6. Therefore, at Place de Paris in Luxembourg City, the traditional Saint Nicholas market takes place every year. Yet we also call this market, also called "Niklosmaart", simply a Christmas market. In fact, the Christmas atmosphere definitely prevails here. This is only because of the eye-catcher on Place de Paris: a fairy-tale decorated Christmas tree of no less than 20 meters.
The opening hours of Christmas markets in Luxembourg
This year, the Winterlights Festival will take place from November 20, 2026, through January 3, 2027. For the opening hours of all the Christmas markets, it’s best to check the page of the tourism office of Luxembourg keep an eye on.
The best activity in Luxembourg City during the Christmas season
With so many tasty treats to try at Luxembourg’s Christmas markets, it’s no wonder you might not know what to go for first. That’s why we’ve got a fun tip for you!
Join us on A Culinary Christmas Market Tour and spend 3 hours sampling the classics and hidden gems of Luxembourg City. Think of crispy Gromperekichelcher, steaming Glühwein, local Riesling, and that one stall that locals go out of their way to visit. Along the way, your guide will share fun facts and lead you through charming streets past the most beautiful squares.
Book your stay in Luxembourg City during Christmas
Just outside the city center of Luxembourg City you will find the cozy hotel Mama Shelter Luxembourg. A well-known hotel chain located in several European cities. Mama Shelter in Luxembourg City has a particularly fun and striking design and each hotel room is colorfully decorated. It is the ideal base during a city break. The metro stops in front of the door and within 20 minutes you can be in the city center. Ideal!
The Mama Shelter hotels are known for their charming boutique atmosphere and lovely, very comfortable hotel rooms. Plus, they feature an excellent restaurant where you can enjoy a delicious dinner. Room rates range from €130 to €300 per night during the Christmas season.
Mama Shelter Luxembourg
The ideal base from which to explore the festively decorated city.
Tips for your citytrip to Luxembourg
A city trip to Luxembourg It’s a must-see during the Christmas season, but it’s actually just as beautiful any time of year. The historic center of Luxembourg City is a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and you’ll be amazed by all the stunning buildings, charming streets, and trendy hotspots. Are you also a fan of good food and drinks? Then check out our list of Our Favorite Hotspots in Luxembourg City That would be really fun, too!
Train tickets to Luxembourg
Want to travel in comfort and get off right in the center of Luxembourg City? The train to Luxembourg is one of the options you might want to consider. From the Netherlands, you’ll usually travel via Maastricht or Brussels to Luxembourg City. Expect a travel time of about 4.5–6.5 hours, depending on where you’re departing from. A major advantage of traveling by train is that you avoid traffic jams, don’t have to worry about parking in the city, and can travel in comfort.
Tip: when traveling from The Netherlands, book directly through NS International for the best rates.
More great tips for a winter trip to Luxembourg
Combine a visit to the Christmas markets in Luxembourg City with a trip to other beautiful places in the country. With these tips, you’ll discover even more of Luxembourg.
- Things to Do in Echternach: Take a stroll through the historic center of Luxembourg's oldest town.
- The Éislek Region in Luxembourg: Discover the green hills, castles, and charming villages in the north.
- Things to Do in Vianden: Explore the medieval town and the impressive castle.
- The Mullerthal Trail in Luxembourg: Head out into nature and hike past unique rock formations and fairy-tale forests.
