The ultimate insider’s guide to the region’s Christmas Markets! Stuttgart Steps has a variety of ways to experience the seasonal magic with no stress or hassle!

Germany’s Christmas markets are back, but after two Christmases without markets, the 3 best markets in the Stuttgart area are absolutely packed with people, with record numbers attending. If this seems overwhelming to you, if you have friends or family visiting, or you just want an insider’s perspective, take a Christmas Market Tour with Stuttgart Steps!

During our public tours, we visit one or two markets on a schedule that will help beat the crowds, taking public transportation* so you can enjoy plenty of Glühwein - not traffic! We’ll take a short tour of the city, learning about the history of the region and German Christmas traditions, while I show you the absolute best food and drink stands at the market (not all Glühwein is created equal!), point out unique handicrafts and great gift ideas. Then you’ll have a nice amount of free time to enjoy the market before we return or move on to the next one.

Lively Entertainers at Esslingen’s Medieval Christmas Market

All my tours are planned to avoid crowds whenever possible so you can have the best market experience possible!

Do you like the sound of this but my dates don’t work for you? I am happy to craft a custom private tour for you or your group (which is cheaper than a public tour with more than 4 people!)

*In many cases I can arrange to meet with guests on the S1 line, this extra service is FREE on weekends, otherwise is priced consistent with the cost of a group day ticket that includes Zone 1 - your zone.

Yes, Esslingen can be empty enough that shopping is a breeze!