Christmas Market Obernai
The Christmas Market Obernai is a holiday event in this small town featuring nearly forty wooden chalets set up in front of the Belfry tower, creating a charming layout. The stalls sell local foods such as spiced bread, foie gras, and bredele cookies, alongside handcrafted gifts including glass ornaments, wooden figures, and decorated wreaths.
Obernai has a history spanning centuries as a lively trading town, with deep roots in Christmas celebrations that shaped regional customs. The market continues this legacy, bringing together the traditions of the past with contemporary craftsmanship and local production.
The market reflects local traditions and regional craftsmanship, with artisans proudly displaying handmade goods and sharing the stories behind their work. It serves as a gathering place where families and neighbors come together, preserving customs that have roots in Alsatian holiday celebrations.
The market operates from late November through late December with extended evening hours on weekends, making it accessible throughout the holiday season. Easy access is available by direct train from nearby Strasbourg or free parking near the city center, both just a short walk from the main squares.
The signature mulled wine made with white Sylvaner is simmered in large pots over open fires by local winemakers, filling the streets with an enticing aroma that defines the market's character. Visitors can also join the Bredele Tour, where they walk through town singing Christmas carols and sampling different varieties of these traditional Alsatian cookies at various stops.
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