Belznickel Market

The Pirmasens Belznickel Market transforms the Schloßplatz in the pedestrian zone into a cozy little Christmas market with a view of the Old Town Hall, which is presented as one of the largest Advent calendars in the Palatinate.

The Belznickel Market has long become the meeting place for families, friends/acquaintances, and colleagues. In a cozy setting, you can enjoy the pre-Christmas season here.

The Belznickel Market also includes a popular and diverse program featuring musicians/bands, choirs, brass music, and theater, all held here in November.

The popular ice skating rink will be set up again. Plenty of skates are available for rent.

The "Christmas Creative Market" takes place during the first two Advent weekends on Saturday and Sunday in the Old Town Hall. Admire handmade and decorative items for the Christmas season as well as gift ideas in the Landgrafen Hall.

And where does the Belznickel Market get its name? Simply put – the Belznickel is the Santa Claus in Southwest Palatinate.