Here we tried a Handbrot – ham (or bacon) stuffed cheesy bread and topped with sour cream. It was delicious! I thought the sour cream on top would be too much, but the tangy-ness of it cut through the richness of the filling. 

There are plenty of drink stands here selling all of the usual suspects – gluhwein, hot chocolates – with a selection of shots you can add in, beer, and Kirsch Punsch – which was strong and delicious! *If you are here with children, be sure to order them a Kinder Punsch! A non-alcoholic mulled punch.

You have to try the waffles here. A thin and crispy waffle stuffed with vanilla cream. While looking at the huge bowl of cream, it appeared thick, almost like frosting. But when we bit into it, it was so light and airy and tasted like marshmallows without being too sweet.

There was a solid amount of food options here, along with some new options we hadn’t seen yet. Plan on coming hungry! Here are the top foods at Regensburg Christmas Market:

• Regensburger Wurst: Try the local sausage! The flavor is unique to the area and the smell completely permeates the air. 

• Gluhwein: With over 40 varieties, you have to try at least one! The apple or blueberry are made locally and the perfect addition to mulled wine. Don’t forget you pay a deposit with the option to keep the cup as a souvenir!

• Baumstriezel: Aka the chimney cake. It’s warm and delicious, and the perfect sweet treat to munch on while exploring. Vegan options are available.

• Bavarian Pretzels: There was a stall selling a variety of delicious looking pretzels! Some were topped with melted cheese and various toppings, and some were made into sandwiches. I will return strictly to try these!
• Roasted Nuts: You will find these at most Christmas markets, but Regensburg had a great selection and an even better aroma. Sweet, savory, and everything in between.