Niklosmaart
Come enjoy sweet and savoury treats (mulled wine and other festive drinks – both alcoholic and non-alcoholic – as well as hamburgers, Gromperekichelcher, soups, sausages, waffles, churros, crêpes, pretzels and more) from the many chalets at the Niklosmaart (St Nicholas Market) in Place de Paris. Visitors can also browse a selection of Christmas gifts and decorations. Visitors can enjoy a vintage carousel for all ages and a packed programme of live music. On certain days, children will be able to meet Kleeschen at his cottage ("Dem Kleesche säin Haus"), where he comes to put his feet up in front of a cosy fire place.
Gallery
When and where
Dates
From 20 November 2026 to 3 January 2027.
Closed on 25 December 2026.
Times
- Sunday to Thursday: 11:00–21:00*
- Fridays and Saturdays: 11:00 to 22:00*
Early closing on 24 and 31 December 2026: open from 11:00–18:00.
*Please note that establishments may remain open until 22:00 from Sunday to Thursday, and until 23:00 on Fridays and Saturdays.
Where
Place de Paris.
Attractions and entertainment
Niklosbam
A magical 22-metre high Christmas tree, made up of 350 fir trees, 51 giant candles and 285,000 LED lights.
"Dem Kleesche säin Haus" (St Nicholas's cottage)
Children can meet Kleeschen (St Nicholas) in his cottage and leave Children can leave their lists with him and they'll receive a sweet treat in return. Naughty kids better beware: Houseker will be keeping an eye out for them!
Dates and times
22, 24, 26, and 28 November 2026, from 15:00 to 17:00.
Vintage swing carousel
Merry-go-round for people of all ages at Place de Paris.
Musical programme
Visitors to the Niklosmaart can look forward to a rich musical programme featuring over 80 performances.
Dates and times
- Tuesday to Thursday: 17:00–21:00
- Friday: 17:00–22:00
- Saturday: 15:00–22:00
- Sunday: 15:00–21:00
