Chaos at the Erfurt Christmas market: Visitors complain about mass rush!

Chaos at the Erfurt Christmas market: Visitors complain about mass rush!

Erfurt, Deutschland - The Christmas market in Erfurt opened its gates on November 26, 2024 and has been attracting numerous visitors since then. With over 200 festively decorated wooden houses from Domplatz to Anger, the market offers a wide range of regional delicacies such as the Erfurt Schittchen and the Thuringian Bratwurst. The festive atmosphere, which is characterized by a 25 -meter -high Christmas tree and an impressive Christmas crib with hand -carved figures, is particularly impressive, as can be learned on the official website . But despite all of these attractions, there are also clear challenges for visitors.

In an Erfurt Facebook group, many users express their displeasure on the crowded streets and the shortage of parking space in the old town. A user reports on her frustrating experience, where she did not get through the masses with a stroller and was even driven over her foot. These problems seem to appear, especially on weekends, when the rush is particularly high, another user, who recommends moving the visit to the days of the week better. Due to the blocked parking spaces around the cathedral square, it is advisable to use a P+R system and choose public transport. The Erfurt transport companies have already used additional buses and trains to catch up with the rush, reports .

The historic Christmas market, which is celebrated this year for the 174th time, attracted over a million visitors last year. The city of Erfurt is an attractive goal in the Advent season with a unique mix of traditional craft and modern attractions, which is not only important for locals, but also for tourists. Nevertheless, the fact that visitors have to struggle with logistical challenges that can cloud the festive fun.