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Bus and train

Thanks to its central location and good public transport services, Kiel's Christmas markets can be reached quickly and easily by bus and train.

By bus from A to B

All Christmas markets in Kiel can be reached with the main transport lines of the Kieler Verkehrsgesellschaft (KVG). The following stops are in the immediate vicinity of the Christmas markets:

  • Andreas-Gayk-Straße (Kiel city centre)
  • Rathaus/Opernhaus (Kiel city centre)
  • Kiel theatre (Bernhard-Minetti-Platz)

Kiel Central Station

Kiel's first Christmas market, Holstenplatz, is located in the immediate vicinity of Kiel Central Station and can be reached in 5 minutes on foot or within one stop by bus.

Find your individual train connection to Kiel here:

Rathausturm

Town hall tower ride

Enjoy the incomparable panorama of Kiel from a height of 67 metres. After the guided tour of the city's landmark, you will climb to the platform of the building, which was erected between 1907 and 1911. From this bird's eye view, you have a unique view from the beautifully illuminated stalls of the Christmas village in the city centre to the cruise port - an ideal starting point for individual exploration of the city.

Pärchen kauft eine Flasche Kieler Wein auf dem Souvenirs-Stand auf dem Rathausplatz

Kiel Christmas souvenir stand

This year you will find a selection of exclusive Kiel Christmas souvenirs and gift items 'made in Kiel' at our souvenir stand on the town hall square at number 18. All gift ideas are also available at the Welcome Centre Kieler Förde, at the Tourist Information Heikendorf and in our online shop. Take a piece of your holiday home with you or increase your anticipation for Christmas!

Stay overnight in our partner hotels

Take a little time out and combine your visit to the Kiel Christmas markets with an overnight stay in one of our partner hotels.