Overview
- Most major markets in cities including Berlin, Munich, Frankfurt, Augsburg and Münster opened on Nov. 24 with published schedules and programs.
- Police and officials highlighted enhanced measures such as video surveillance zones in Frankfurt, video monitoring in Augsburg and routine warnings about pickpockets.
- Bremen’s markets on Domshof, Marktplatz and the Schlachte expect about three million visitors, with security measures costing roughly three million euros.
- Frankfurt’s season began with the 28‑metre “Frau Holle” tree, more than 230 stalls and an expected turnout near 2.5 million, plus a dedicated market watch and camera zone.
- Bamberg opens Nov. 25 with extended hours and free local transit on designated Advent Saturdays, while Essen’s 2024 Peru‑Kartoffel newcomer is missing this year without details from organizers.