Christmas
Christmas markets in Norway 2026: dates for Oslo, Bergen, Røros and Trondheim
Torches, horse and sleigh and mulled wine in the snow. Norway’s Christmas markets have an atmosphere the big European markets lack. Here are the 2026 dates for Oslo, Bergen, Røros and Trondheim, and the hotels in the middle of it all.
Torches along the streets, horse and sleigh through the snow and the smell of mulled wine and fresh waffles. Norway’s Christmas markets are smaller than the big ones in Germany and Austria, but they have something those lack: the snow, the dark and the atmosphere of wooden towns like Røros. Here are Norway’s biggest Christmas markets in 2026, with dates and hotels nearby.
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Short answer: Christmas markets in Norway 2026
Oslo, Winter Wonderland in Spikersuppa: 7 November 2026 to 3 January 2027.
Oslo, Norsk Folkemuseum: 5 to 6 and 12 to 13 December 2026.
Bergen, Festplassen: 20 November to 22 December 2026.
Røros: 3 to 6 December 2026.
Trondheim, Torvet: For much of December.
Dates are from the organisers and Visit Norway in October 2026. Always check the organiser’s website before you travel.
Oslo: Winter Wonderland and the Folk Museum
Between Karl Johans gate, the National Theatre and the Parliament lies Winter Wonderland, with stalls, a Ferris wheel and a skating rink in Spikersuppa. On the first two weekends of December the Norsk Folkemuseum on Bygdøy hosts one of the country’s most traditional Christmas markets, with more than a hundred stalls among the old houses. Adults pay entry, children go free. Read more in our guide to Christmas markets in Oslo.
Grand Hotel: right by Spikersuppa
The classic hotel on Karl Johans gate is a stone’s throw from Winter Wonderland.
Book your stay: See rooms at Grand Hotel Oslo
Oslo before Christmas.
Bergen: Festplassen and Gingerbread Town
Bergen’s Christmas market is on Festplassen by Lille Lungegårdsvann, with stalls, a Ferris wheel and mulled wine. Combine it with Pepperkakebyen, the world’s largest gingerbread town, built by the city’s children every year.
Hotel Norge by Scandic: by Festplassen
A historic hotel right by Festplassen and the city park, in the middle of the market.
Book your stay: See rooms at Hotel Norge by Scandic
Røros: the Christmas market in the mining town
In the old mining town, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, the centre becomes a Christmas street with torches, horse and sleigh and stalls selling local food and crafts. The market lasts only four days, so book your hotel early.
Bergstadens Hotel: in the centre
A classic hotel with a spa in central Røros, a short walk from every stall.
Book your stay: See rooms at Bergstadens Hotel
Trondheim: Torvet
When the December dark settles over Trondheim, Torvet fills with stalls, lavvo tents, food and concerts. The market runs for much of December.
Britannia Hotel: luxury in the centre
One of Norway’s best-known hotels, reopened after a major renovation, a short walk from Torvet.
Book your stay: See rooms at Britannia Hotel
Frequently asked questions about Christmas markets in Norway
When is the Oslo Christmas market in 2026?
Winter Wonderland in Spikersuppa is open from 7 November 2026 to 3 January 2027. The Norsk Folkemuseum market is on 5 to 6 and 12 to 13 December.
When is the Bergen Christmas market in 2026?
From 20 November to 22 December 2026 on Festplassen.
When is the Røros Christmas market in 2026?
From 3 to 6 December 2026.
Which Christmas market in Norway is best?
Røros for atmosphere and snow, the Folk Museum for tradition and Winter Wonderland for the whole family.