Frankfurt Christmas Markets 🎄 Germany’s Modern City with a Medieval Heart | Christmas in Europe

Frankfurt Christmas Markets 🎄 Germany’s Modern City with a Medieval Heart | Christmas in Europe

There’s a side of Frankfurt you don’t expect. Most people know it is a city of skyscrapers. “Mainhattan” as they call it, being on the Main River. But at Christmas, Frankfurt transforms into a wonderland of lights, old Christmas traditions and markets that make you forget you’re standing in Germany’s modern financial hub. It goes to show that once you scratch the surface, Frankfurt’s also reveals itself. We arrived in Frankfurt for a two-night pre-cruise stay, and immediately discovered that behind the steel and glass lies an older, more magical Frankfurt. The Römer, the city’s medieval square, comes alive in December. half timbered houses wrapped in festive decorations, a towering Christmas tree and one of the oldest Christmas markets in Germany. Here, history and holiday spirit blend seamlessly. The same square where emperors were once crowned. Now echoing with cheerful voices and music. And the aroma of roasted nuts and mulled wine, Frankfurt doesn’t stop at one market. It celebrates Christmas everywhere, from the intimate courtyard of the Thurn and Taxis Palace, where we sipped our very first mug of glühwein hosted by one of Europe’s dazzling aristocratic families, and then to the buzzing Hauptwache and Rossmarkt, all filled with rides, sausages sizzling on the grill, and people gathered under twinkling lights and a festive warmth. There’s even a pink Christmas market. Yes, entirely pink, or around the same hue. This is Frankfurt’s LGBTQ market, glowing with neon lights and a welcoming spirit that makes this season feel even warmer. And for the ultimate Christmas panorama, climb to the rooftop market, atop the Konstablerwache car park, where festive stalls meet sweeping views of the city skyline, a reminder that this is both Germany’s most modern city and one of its most festive. Of course, no German Christmas experience is complete without food. We indulged in Kartoffelpuffer, crispy potato pancakes dripping with garlic sauce, washed down with wine from nearby Franconia. And yes, plenty of bratwurst, plenty of mulled wine and endless laughter with newfound friends. Frankfurt surprised us. Remember this is not just a stopover, not just a financial hub. It’s where your Christmas adventure can truly begin. And if you stay a little longer, there’s so much more to discover. Take a walking tour through Frankfurt’s old town and discover the old Frankfurt magic beneath the steel and concrete. or hop on the double decker bus to see the Mainhattan skyline. And once you’re across the Main river, step into Alt-Sachsenhausen for a hearty meal in a traditional apple wine tavern, which is a must have when you’re here in Frankfurt. Or wander the aisles of Kleinmarkthalle, Frankfurt’s indoor food market, where stalls overflow with local specialties, wines, cheeses, and delicacies. You can even taste some wines on the wine bar on the market’s upper level. These little extras make Frankfurt not only a gateway to Christmas adventure, but a destination worth savouring in its own right. This was actually the beginning of our Christmas River journey. But wait. In 2026, I’m co-hosting a Christmas cruise along the Danube. And I’d love for you to experience this festive spirit for yourself. Check out the link in the description below. 90% of the ship is already sold out, Cabins are limited, so book your spot now. Because you know Christmas is more than just a season. It’s a feeling and a state of mind. where you’re surrounded by the festive atmosphere that’s just one of a kind, and trust me, nowhere captures it quite like Europe.

👉✨ Frankfurt transforms at Christmas. Known as Germany’s “Mainhattan” for its skyline, the city hides a magical old soul when December arrives. Behind the skyscrapers, Frankfurt’s Christmas markets light up with tradition, history, and festive spirit.

In this episode, join me as I explore:
🎄 The Römer Christmas Market – one of Germany’s oldest
🍷 Glühwein in Thurn & Taxis Palace courtyard
🌈 Frankfurt’s unique Pink Christmas Market
🎡 The buzzing Hauptwache & Rossmarkt
🌆 Rooftop Christmas Market at Konstablerwache with skyline views
🥔 German Christmas food – from Kartoffelpuffer to Franconian wine

Plus, tips for extra experiences: walking tours, Frankfurt’s apple wine taverns in Alt-Sachsenhausen, and the famous Kleinmarkthalle food market.

This was the start of my Christmas river cruise journey through Germany and France.

👉 And now, I’d love for you to join me on my upcoming 2026 Christmas Cruise on the Danube 🌟. The ship is now 90% sold out – book now: christmasdanube2026.inthemoodforlife.com

📌 Whether you’re planning a trip or just love the festive season, this video will show you why Frankfurt is one of Europe’s most underrated Christmas destinations.

🔗 Watch the full Christmas cruise video here: https://youtu.be/lJKd455R2T0

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CHAPTERS
00:00 Introduction to Frankfurt, Germany’s “Mainhattan”
00:32 Tour through Frankfurt’s Christmas Markets: Römer, Thurn & Taxi Palace, Hauptwache, Roßmarkt, Pink Christmas Market, City Christmas Market
02:33 Christmas Food Stalls & Glühwein
03:16 Tour of Historical Frankfurt, Alt-Sachsenhausen, Kleinmarkhalle
04:19 Join our Christmas Cruise on the Danube 2026!

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