Christmas Markets in the Aarhus Region

Are you looking for the best Christmas markets in Western Denmark? Then the Aarhus Region is a must! Experience the cosy Christmas stalls with delicious Danish 'Æbleskiver', hot Glögg, small 'Julenisser' and meet the many local artisans presenting the many Christmas treats and gift ideas.

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Christmas in the Aarhus Region

At the cosy Christmas markets you can find everything from unique Christmas gift ideas, delicious Danish Christmas baking and homemade Christmas sweets to beautiful Christmas decorations and of course the many little 'julenisser' that move into every Danish home during Christmas.

Merry Christmas in the Aarhus Region🎄

Below you find a guide to some of the best Christmas markets in Aarhus.

Christmas tree on the square in Den Gamle By - Old Town Museum

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Christmas market in Den Gamle By - The Old Town Museum

Get into the merry Christmas spirit in The Old Town Museum and learn about what Christmas was like in the olden days in Denmark and how it has developed. In the many stalls and historical shops you can find Christmas gifts and homemade sweets.

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Christmas market in Tivoli Friheden

Enjoy the most wonderful time of the year in Tivoli Friheden when Santa Claus is coming to town. Experience the magic of the theme park as it is transformed into a enchanting Christmas market where Christmas lights, decorations, food stalls from Kødbyens Food Market and the normal rides sets the scene for a magical Christmas day.

Photo: Jesper Maagaard

Christmas Market in Viborg

Christmas time in Viborg is something very special – a magical time when cosiness spreads throughout the city. Everywhere you go, you will encounter small, hidden Christmas universes, atmospherically decorated shops and a square buzzing with enchanting Christmas spirit.

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Christmas Market at Clausholm Castle

Experience the magical Christmas atmosphere at Clausholm Castle, where you can buy handmade gifts, handicrafts and treats at over 35 cosy stalls, find the perfect Christmas present or simply enjoy the unique atmosphere of a true royal castle.

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Christmas Market at Museum Jorn

On the first weekend of Advent, Museum Jorn is transformed into Silkeborg's most cosy outdoor Christmas market with sparkling Christmas lights, mulled wine, Christmas delicacies, stalls, live Christmas music and activities for the whole family.

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Christmas market in Ridehuset

When you visit Aarhus during the winter time, be sure not to miss the old 'Ridehuset' equestrian hall in the heart of the city. Here you can find unique and hand-made items. The beautifully decorated hall that is vibrant and buzzing with Christmas atmosphere and the wonderful smells of Christmas baking are everywhere.

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Christmas Market at Scandinavian Wildlife Park

Visit Skandinavisk Dyrepark on Djursland and feel the Christmas spirit spread among both animals and visitors. Christmas lights, fir trees and natural decorations create an old-fashioned Christmas atmosphere.

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Christmas Market at Rosenholm Castle

Enjoy a spectacular Christmas market at a Danish castle when the beautiful Rosenholm Slot opens its gates for the traditional market. You can find Christmas decorations, sweets, art, gifts - everything your Christmas heart desires.

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Christmas market at the Kattegat Centre in Grenaa

Bring the whole family to the magical Christmas market at Kattegatcentret near Grenaa on Djursland, where you can explore a sea of Christmas stalls selling Christmas decorations, gift ideas and delicious treats.

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Christmas at Stougaarden

Stougaarden opens its barn doors for the cosy and traditional Christmas market on the four weekends leading up to Christmas. Here you can find handicrafts and local specialities, experience the work in the workshops and hear the many stories behind the many Christmas items.

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Christmas Market at Gothenborg

Since 1996 Gothenborg has been breeding organic poultry and has strong principles regarding animal welfare and ecology.

The Architecture School Christmas Market

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The School of Architecture's Christmas Market

In keeping with the agelong tradition, students at the Aarhus School of Architecture sell their creative designs at the school’s Christmas market in the very heart of the city.

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Christmas market at Maltfabrikken

Experience the magical Christmas atmosphere at Maltfabrikken in Ebeltoft, Djursland, when they open up for two days with a Christmas market, beautiful crafts, treats and much much more.

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Christmas Market at Ulstrup Slot Manor

Experience the Christmas atmosphere and the annual Christmas market at Ulstrup Castle the first weekend in December. You can explore the many Christmas stalls and enjoy freshly baked apple slices and Gløgg in the Knight's Hall.

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Christmas and Christmas Market at GAIA

Every year, the museum GAIA hosts a Christmas market and holiday festivities in Café GAIA Papaya. This year, you can experience the GAIA Christmas Village exhibition, and everywhere you go, the sounds of Christmas fill the air in November and December. Watch the Christmas village grow, and you'll certainly get into a wonderful holiday spirit.

Christmas Market at Fussingø Castle

Fussingø Castle, near Randers, is beautifully decorated for Christmas, creating a festive atmosphere with the scent of Æbleskiver from the café. There, you can also enjoy Gløgg, Klejner, coffee, tea, and soft drinks

Photo: Kim Wyon

Christmas market on Ingerslevs Boulevard

On Ingerslevs Boulevard, the traditional Wednesday and Saturday markets are replaced by a Christmas market where you will find fascinating foods and traditional Christmas decorations. Even though it is winter, the market, which is right in the middle of Ingerslevs Boulevard, retains an enchanting southern-European ambience.

Photo: Kristian Krogh

Local Christmas markets in Aarhus

If you love Christmas and Christmas markets, you're in luck - Aarhus has an abundance of local and cozy Christmas markets, where you are guaranteed to feel the Christmas spirit.