Nachtmarkt St. Pauli is a Wednesday evening market at Spielbudenplatz, near the Reeperbahn in Hamburg’s St. Pauli district. Stop for street food, a beer or other drink, and a seat at the long open-air table; some evenings also have live music. The market is compact, with more room to sit and drink than a wide choice of stalls. In the Christmas season, look for decorated booths selling candles, ornaments and sweets.
A Wednesday market at Spielbudenplatz
Nachtmarkt St. Pauli takes place at Spielbudenplatz, near the Reeperbahn. Its evening schedule suits people stopping by after work, and the market has a mix of food stalls, places to sit and bars. Some evenings include live music.
The market is smaller than its name might suggest, and the selection of stalls can be limited. Plan on a casual stop for food or a drink, rather than a large market with rows of vendors.
Seasonal stalls and getting there
The market’s character changes with the season. During the Christmas period, decorated booths sell candles, Christmas ornaments and sweets, including treats in unusual designs. The setting and products give the seasonal market a different focus from a food stop.
For public transport, take the U3 to St. Pauli or the S1, S2 or S3 to Reeperbahn. The nearby Reeperbahn is also a place to walk around before or after the market.
Perguntas frequentes
When does Nachtmarkt St. Pauli take place?
It takes place on Wednesday evenings. Seasonal schedules differ: the market is listed as running later from March to September than from October to February.
How do you get to Nachtmarkt St. Pauli?
Take the U3 to St. Pauli, or the S1, S2 or S3 to Reeperbahn. The market is at Spielbudenplatz.
What can you buy at the market?
There are street food stalls, and some vendors sell fresh produce, meat, cheese and fish. During the Christmas season, look for candles, ornaments and sweets.
