November 22 – December 23, 2024
Daily 10:00am – 8:00pm
Most people here are very friendly but only spoke Czech so if you don’t speak the language, have your ‘Translate App’ ready or be prepared to use lots of pointing and hand gestures.
The Pilsen Christmas Market started in 2004, and while it is still a fairly new market, it is a very popular place, and feels a lot older than it is. The market showcases craftsmanship and traditions that are almost forgotten. You can watch artists at work and are able to purchase unique and one of a kind souvenirs and gifts. Make sure you ring the wooden bell! Tradition states if you ring the bell, it will make your holiday wish come true.
We discovered a lot of new food here. Strong aromas, steaming stalls, and plenty of drinks. Here were some of the more popular items, and a few of our favorites
There are more than 100 stalls here and all with wares different to the ones we’ve been seeing in Germany. You can watch a large loom in action, or the blacksmith which are both fascinating to see. The nativity scene was the star of the show. It was big and well laid out.
There is a beautiful carousel in the middle of the market, and a stage in front of the church where live music takes place. Having St. Bartholomew’s Cathedral as a backdrop makes for a really beautiful backdrop.
There is a beautiful carousel in the middle of the market, and a stage in front of the church where live music takes place. Having St. Bartholomew’s Cathedral as a backdrop makes for a really beautiful backdrop.
We found street parking about a 2 minute walk away by the Mlýnská strouha. There was a pay station located at the end of the street, and luckily there was a lady walking by who informed us about it!
There are plenty of parking garages in the area, and something known as P&R Car Parks which is a parking lot partnered with public transportation. A ticket to the lot gives you access to travel anywhere in Pilsen including transfers and a return trip.
If you are in the area, then yes, you should definitely visit! The food was new, interesting, and delicious. The town was great and the people were friendly. I don’t think I would go too far out of my way to come back, but if I happened to be an hour or so away, then yes I would visit here again!
