Heidi Dreaming of a captivating winter getaway? Then Malmö, Southern Sweden, in December is the perfect choice for your next city break! Although the days in southern Sweden are short and dark, the thousands of twinkling Christmas lights and the cosy Christmas markets transform the city into a warm, enchanting, and fairytale setting.
Malmö, the regional capital of Skåne, is just a stone’s throw from Copenhagen. This makes the city ideal for combining a trip to the Danish capital with a few days of authentic Swedish Christmas cheer. Prepare yourself for the quintessential ‘Jul’ (Christmas) experience!
Unmissable Christmas markets in Malmö
Malmö boasts several Christmas markets, each with a unique atmosphere.
Gustav Adolf Torg Christmas market
The Christmas Market at Gustav Adolfs Torg is the traditional, classic Christmas experience in Malmö. On the city’s largest square, you’ll find a lively, contemporary market packed with stalls, atmospheric Christmas lighting, and handcrafted decorations.
- Opening Days: Every Thursday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday.
- Atmosphere and Offerings: Here you can buy local crafts, sample traditional Swedish Christmas delicacies (Julbord treats), and sip on delicious, warm glögg (Swedish mulled wine).
- Extra Cheer: The atmosphere is completed by performances from Christmas choirs and live music regularly appearing on the stage.
- 2025 Dates: 27-30 November, 4-7, 11-14, 18-21 December 2025
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Katrinetorp Landeri Julmarknad (the most traditional)
Just outside Malmö’s city limits, in a stunning rural setting, you’ll find the Katrinetorp Landeri Julmarknad. This market is often regarded as one of the most beautiful and traditional Christmas markets in all of Southern Sweden (Skåne).
- Atmosphere and Offerings: In the charming setting of the manor house and former farm buildings, over 70 stalls are set up. You’ll find authentic handicrafts, artisan candles, floral arrangements, local design, and of course, the indispensable Swedish Christmas gnomes (tomtar).
- Getting There: Take Bus 54 from Malmö Triangeln for easy access.
- Admission: The entrance fee is 80 SEK (approx. £6), and children enter for free.
- Address: Katrinetorps allé 1, Malmö
- 2025 Dates: The market takes place during the first weekend of December, 5-7 December 2025
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The Local Farmers’ Market, Bondens egen Marknad
The weekly farmers’ market at Drottningtorget gets a festive, Christmassy touch once a year. The Bondens egen Julmarknad (the local farmers’ Christmas market) is the place to stock up on the freshest, locally produced, and small-scale Christmas delights and products. Perfect for those looking to support the local economy and find gourmet gifts.
Julmarknad på Mitt Möllan (the indie design market)
For those in search of unusual, unique, and creative Christmas gifts, the market in the cultural centre Mitt Möllan is the place to be. Numerous creatives, designers, and artists set up their stalls here with exceptional gift ideas, from art and design to handicrafts and sustainable products.
- Address: Claesgatan 8, Malmö (Möllevången district)
- 2025 Dates: 29-30 November 2025
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