Potsdam Chocolate Market: Chocolate Enjoyment and Craftsmanship at the Old Market

Event: Advent Market Potsdam Chocolate Market in Alter Markt 1, 14467 Potsdam on 4. December 2026

Date and Time

4. December 2026 12:00

Location

Alter Markt 1
Alter Markt 1, 14467 Potsdam, Germany

Price

Free

About this Event

MarketsFestivals

Mood

Festive

Venue Type

Outside

Chocolate Happiness in Advent at the Old Market

From December 4 to December 20, 2026, the Potsdam Chocolate Market invites visitors daily from 12:00 PM to 8:00 PM to the historic Old Market. In the heart of Potsdam, everything revolves around chocolate, cocoa, and the craft of its processing. Admission is free.

Tradition Meets Enjoyment

Just a stone's throw away from the spot where Johann Friedrich Miethe produced the first steam chocolate between 1830 and 1860, the culture of chocolate receives a special setting. The market combines a regional market atmosphere with culinary exploration and craftsmanship quality.

Chocolate and Craftsmanship in the Historic Center

At the Old Market, sales stands, craft booths, and information stands related to chocolate are presented. Visitors discover the diversity of cocoa beans, learn more about production and processing, and experience a pleasurable shopping experience in a festive Advent atmosphere.

The Old Market as a Special Backdrop

The historic square with its marble obelisk, Barberini Museum, Old Town Hall, Nikolaikirche, and State Parliament counts as the cultural heart of Potsdam. Majestic buildings, open square areas, and the long-standing market tradition create a delightful connection of city history, enjoyment, and sociability.

Admission and Visiting Hours

Visiting the Potsdam Chocolate Market is free. On Friday, December 4, 2026, the market opens from 12:00 PM to 8:00 PM. The event runs daily until December 20, 2026, during these times.

The Potsdam Chocolate Market offers Advent enjoyment with historical reference, craftsmanship orientation, and regional diversity. Anyone wanting to experience chocolate, cocoa, and a special market atmosphere will find a delightful meeting point in the Old Market right in the heart of Potsdam.

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