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Erlangen Forest Christmas
Stand: 27.03.2026
In the weeks leading up to Christmas, Schloßplatz is transformed into a winter Christmas forest. Surrounded by real fir trees and elaborately and lovingly decorated market stalls, you can immerse yourself in the cozy atmosphere.
There are all sorts of things to discover at the market to create the right atmosphere in your own four walls. From classic Christmas tree decorations in all imaginable colors and shapes to nativity figures, vinegar & oils, wooden toys and much more, we offer everything at the Waldweihnacht. There is also something for the eye, the gift table, the dry throat and the growling stomach. As the days get colder and shorter, it's time to get warm again, even around the heart.
Opening hours:
- Up to and including Christmas Eve, December 24
- From Monday to Thursday, from 10:00 to 21:00
- On Fridays and Saturdays from 10:00 to 21:30
- Sundays from 11:00 to 21:00
- On Christmas Eve from 10:00 to 14:00.
Christmas tree market
From December 5 to December 24, you can choose your Christmas tree from three Erlangen families at Marktplatz and Schloßplatz. They will be on hand with help and advice. You can also take advantage of the uncomplicated delivery service.
The Fees, House and Müller families offer freshly cut Christmas trees from the region in various sizes to decorate your home.
Opening hours:
- weekdays 9:00 am to 6:00 pm
- Sundays 11:00 to 18:00 and
- on December 24th from 9:00 am to 12:00 pm.
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There are parking spaces available at all times of the day in the parking garages and underground parking facilities around the downtown area. From there, you can easily reach shops, restaurants, and cultural venues on foot or by bus within the free downtown zone. All parking areas are clearly marked.
Free Line 299 (City Line)
It serves key and popular destinations in the city center, including the university hospitals. At the same time, it connects regional transit routes to the west and east.
Free public transportation in the city center
Hop on for free! Ride the buses for free in downtown Erlangen. Get around downtown Erlangen quickly and conveniently without having to search for parking. Since January 1, 2024, all bus routes within Erlangen’s free downtown zone have been offering “free rides.”