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Denmark's Best Christmas Market 2026

Vote for Denmark's Best Christmas Market!

Vote for Denmark's Best Christmas Market! ✨

Christmas is filled with magic, lights and cozy traditions – but which Christmas market is the best? Denmark's best? 🌟 Should it be them? snow-covered streets in the Old Town, the fairy-tale lights in Tivoli or the historic surroundings of Egeskov Castle?

Now you have the chance to vote for your favorite and help choose the most atmospheric Christmas market in the country! 🎁 Whether you love mulled wine and apple slices, Christmas stalls with unique gifts or meeting Santa Claus, then your voice helps find the best of the best.

In order to find and name Denmark's best Christmas market, we have created a poll where you can vote for your local candidate in the best X-Factor style via SMS or through our app.  

  1. Find your favorite Christmas market on the list or add your own favorite.
  2. Vote and share the poll with your friends.
  3. Follow along and see who gets the title as Denmark's Best Christmas Market!

Nominate and vote for your favorite market!
See the rules and terms for our polls as well as tips for nominees here

2026

Where in Denmark can you get the perfect Christmas atmosphere, with lights in the streets, the smell of mulled wine and stalls you just have to pass by? In 2026 we are back with Denmark's Best Christmas Market, and now we're starting to collect your best offers from all over the country. It can be a large market with everything on offer or a small, cozy gem where the atmosphere is very special.

Nominations are open., then set your favorite Christmas market and help us include the best markets before we open the final vote later.

Nominate your favorite place👇

  1. Voting period:
    20 November at 12.00 – 14 December at 1 p.m
  2. On December 14th at 1:00 PM we will choose winners for North Jutland, Central Jutland, South Jutland, Funen & Islands, Zealand & Islands and of course all of Denmark.
  3. The winners for Denmark and each region will be featured on our map of Denmark's best experiences. In addition, all places that receive over 100 votes will also be featured on the map. 

To ensure that voting is fair and equal for everyone, there are rules about what is and is not allowed. For example, it is strictly forbidden to offer competitions and prizes to get people to vote.

Read more about the rules by clicking the button here:

See rules and terms and tips for nominees here

To make it easy to vote for you, we have created graphics for sharing online and offline. You can download your graphics here. It is also possible to download QR codes for free use, but it is important to note that an SMS costs 3 kr.

How to do it:
  • Find your favorite on the list
  • Send an SMS with the location code to 1214 (it costs 3 DKK + regular rate)
  • You will receive a response thanking you for your vote.
  • Why isn't my vote going through? If you do not receive a return SMS, your vote has not been counted. In that case, it is because your number does not allow content-based SMS, e.g. because it is a calling card, business number or because you simply have not enabled it yet on your subscription.
  • Why does it cost money to vote? To ensure that only people who really want to vote for a favorite, we use a 4-digit number (1214) to receive votes. This means that it costs a little, but in return it is much easier to vote and at the same time we avoid cheating with airtime cards, SMS gateways, etc.

Starting on 20/11 2026 at 12:00

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Aalborg zoo

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Baskerville, Galten

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Børglum Monastery, Vrå

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Bornholm Christmas market, Nexø

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The Green Museum, Auning

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Egeskov Castle, Kvaerndrup

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Engestofte Estate, Maribo

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Flids Christmas Market, Copenhagen N

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HC Andersen Christmas Market, Odense C

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Christmas in the Old Town, Aarhus C

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Christmas at Bratskov, Brovst

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Christmas Heart Town, Aabenraa

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Christmas market at Gammeltorv, Aalborg

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Christmas begins in Bruunshåb, Viborg

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NORD Christmas Market, Charlottenlund

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Tønder Christmas Market

No participants were found.

2025

See this year's winners 👇

Congratulations to:

Christmas Heart Town Aabenraa

DENMARK'S BEST CHRISTMAS MARKET 2025

…and congratulations to the top 3:

🥇 Christmas Heart City
🥈 Tønder Christmas Market
🥉 Engestofte Manor Christmas Market, Maribo

…and the regional winners:

🥇 North Jutland
Christmas in Aalborg zoo

🥇 Middle Jutland
Christmas begins in Bruunshåb, Viborg

🥇 South Jutland
Christmas Heart City, Aabenraa

🥇 Funen & Islands
Egeskov Castle Christmas Market, Kværndrup

🥇 Zealand & Islands
Engestofte Manor Christmas Market, Maribo

You can see the final standings here:

Ended on. 15/12 2025 at 1:00 PM

Total number of votes: 4888

1

Christmas Heart Town, Aabenraa

2442 votes

2

Tønder Christmas Market

2178 votes

3

Engestofte Manor Christmas Market, Maribo

143 votes

4

Christmas at Haughus Estate, Jelling

31 votes

5

Christmas begins in Bruunshåb, Viborg

28 votes

6

The Stougaarden, Sorring

13 votes

7

Egeskov Castle Christmas Market, Kværndrup

7 votes

7

Christmas in Aalborg Zoo

7 votes

7

Christmas market at Kronborg Castle, Helsingør

7 votes

10

Christmas at Hjerl Hede, Holstebro

6 votes

11

Christmas at the Prison, Horsens

5 votes

12

Gisselfeld Monastery Christmas Market, Haslev

4 votes

13

Børglum Monastery Christmas Market, Vrå

3 votes

13

Christmas in the Old Town, Aarhus C

3 votes

15

Adventurous Christmas in Birkegården's Gardens, Ruds Vedby

2 votes

15

HC Andersen Christmas Market, Odense C

2 votes

15

Christmas market at Oremandsgaard, Præstø

2 votes

18

Bornholm Christmas market, Nexø

1 vote

18

Flids Christmas Market, Copenhagen N

1 vote

18

Christmas market at Gammeltorv, Aalborg

1 vote

18

Christmas room at Wellings Village Museum, Lintrup

1 vote

18

Trapholt Christmas Market, Kolding

1 vote

Old Estrup Christmas Market, Auning

0 votes

Christmas at Bratskov, Brovst

0 votes

Christmas at Voergaard Castle, Dronninglund

0 votes

Christmas market in Møllehøjhallen, Viborg

0 votes

Christmas market at Koldinghus, Kolding

0 votes

NORD Christmas Market, Charlottenlund

0 votes

No participants were found.
  1. Time period:
    May 6th at 12:00 noon – May 13th at 1:00 pm
  2. On May 13th at 1:00 PM we will choose winners for North Jutland, Central Jutland, South Jutland, Funen & Islands, Zealand & Islands and of course all of Denmark.
  3. The top 10 for all of Denmark and the winner in each region will get a place on our map of Denmark's best experiences. In addition, all places that receive over 100 votes will also get a place on the map. 

To ensure that voting is fair and equal for everyone, there are rules about what you can and can't do. For example, it is strictly forbidden to offer competitions and prizes to get people to vote. Read more about the rules by clicking the button here:

See rules and terms and tips for nominees here

To make it easy to vote for you, we have created graphics for sharing online and offline. You can download your graphics hereIt is also possible to download QR codes for free use, but it is important to note that an SMS costs 3 DKK.

How to do it:
  • Find your favorite on the list
  • Send an SMS with the location code to 1414 (it costs 3 DKK + regular rate)
  • You will receive a response thanking you for your vote.
  • Why isn't my vote going through? If you do not receive a return SMS, your vote has not been counted. In that case, it is because your number does not allow content-based SMS, e.g. because it is a calling card, business number or because you simply have not enabled it yet on your subscription.
  • Why does it cost money to vote? To ensure that only people who really want to vote for a favorite, we use a 4-digit number (1414) to receive votes. This means that it costs a little, but in return it is much easier to vote and at the same time we avoid cheating with airtime cards, SMS gateways, etc.

To reward all of you who help us find the best experiences in Denmark through your votes, we are giving away a great prize:

  • A gift certificate of 5,000 DKK for an experience of your choice in Denmark

For example, you can choose to use the prize and have the gift card issued to a glamping site. It just needs to be a gift card to a place in Denmark that OpdagDanmark can buy and give to you.

We will draw lots among all votes cast in our polls for best glamping, coffee shops and farm shop on May 27, 2025 and contact the winner on the phone number used.

Aalborg

Aalborg Christmas Market

Aalborg Christmas Market transforms Gammeltorv in the heart of Aalborg into a magical Christmas town filled with fairy-tale lights, cozy stalls and the scent of mulled wine and roasted almonds. It is one of North Jutland's most popular Christmas markets, where both locals and visitors can enjoy the true Christmas spirit.

The Christmas market offers, among other things: Atmospheric Christmas stalls, handmade Christmas gifts, delicacies, Christmas decorations and crafts. A classic carousel creates joy for both young and old. Christmas treats and hot drinks – Enjoy mulled wine, apple slices, roasted almonds and Christmas specialties from the many food stalls.

Aarhus

Aarhus Christmas Market

At Store Torv & Strøget you will find a traditional Christmas market with handmade Christmas decorations, specialties and delicious delicacies, while Den Gamle By takes you on a real journey back in time to Christmas in the old days, where you can experience historical Christmas traditions, ice skating and old-fashioned Christmas shopping, and in Tivoli Friheden Juleland you can step into an enchanting Christmas world filled with thousands of Christmas lights, Santa's workshop and fun rides for the whole family.

Esbjerg

Esbjerg Christmas Village

In Esbjerg Christmas Town you can experience true West Jutland Christmas cheer with Christmas stalls, an ice rink and thousands of sparkling lights, while the beautiful Christmas stalls fill the square with local specialties, handmade Christmas decorations, warm woolen socks and unique gifts, and in the middle of the Christmas town you will find a large ice rink where both children and adults can whizz away under the beautiful Christmas lights. Every weekend the little ones can visit Santa Claus's cabin, where he is ready to hear Christmas wishes and hand out treats, while atmospheric Christmas concerts, choirs and a Santa procession spread Christmas joy throughout the city and make Esbjerg Christmas Town one of the most atmospheric Christmas experiences on the west coast and an obvious excursion destination for the whole family.

Ribe

Ribe Christmas Market

The square in front of the Cathedral is filled with Christmas stalls filled with handmade Christmas decorations, local delicacies and unique gifts, while Christmas music and choir performances create a magical atmosphere. Around the city, you can take part in fakulturs through the old streets, experience elves and horse-drawn carriage rides, or meet Santa Claus, who hands out treats to the little ones, while historical Christmas traditions, cozy cafes and the special medieval atmosphere make Ribe Christmas Market a truly unique experience.

Copenhagen

Tivoli Christmas Market

Guests can explore Santa's Village, where children can meet Santa Claus and his elves, while the large Christmas tree on the Square shines in all its splendor. Tivoli's iconic rides run through the winter darkness, and around the garden, Christmas concerts, choir performances and snow-covered backdrops create a magical atmosphere that makes the Tivoli Christmas Market an unforgettable experience.

Odense

Odense Christmas Market

Inspired by the fairytale universe of Hans Christian Andersen, the market offers beautifully decorated Christmas stalls filled with handmade gifts, Christmas decorations and delicious specialties, while actors, lyre cashiers and elves spread Christmas joy among the guests. Horse-drawn carriages drive through the snow-covered streets, where Christmas music, puppet shows and historical performances provide an authentic Christmas atmosphere, and children can visit Santa Claus in his cozy cabin.

Egeskov

Egeskov Christmas Market

At Gisselfeld Monastery, the beautiful historic surroundings are transformed into a Christmas market. The charming Christmas stalls are full of handmade Christmas decorations, crafts, delicacies and unique gift ideas, while guests can enjoy the atmospheric lighting and the cozy monastery garden. Santa Claus visits the market, and children can enjoy Christmas activities and horse-drawn carriage rides, while adults can explore among tastings of homemade specialties and hot winter drinks. With its romantic castle atmosphere, authentic Christmas traditions and idyllic nature, Gisselfeld Christmas Market is one of Zealand's most atmospheric Christmas experiences.

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Rules and conditions for voting at Discover Denmark

HOW OFTEN CAN YOU VOTE?

You can vote for all your favorites - but only once for each.

Due to great interest in some of our polls and thus increased competition to get to the top of the polls, we have made this page to determine what is allowed and not allowed, as well as what we do to prevent cheating.

If you have a question that you cannot find the answer to below, you are more than welcome to write to us at info@opdagdanmark.dk.

Can you vote multiple times?

To prevent cheating and the ability to vote countless times, our voting module requires you to confirm your votes by text message. That way you can only vote once per. telephone number per place, and that way we get a fair vote.

Why do I need to confirm with SMS?

In order to prevent cheating with the polls while at the same time making it as easy and anonymous to vote as possible, we have introduced an SMS control when you vote. End of polls where you can vote multiple times and cheat by clearing cookies or cheating with ip address. With our SMS check, anyone with a mobile number can cast a vote.

All telephone numbers are anonymized in the database. Read more about this in our cookie and privacy policy.

Why aren't all the places involved?

Discover Denmark's polls are through nominations. Unless there are some who will vote in one place, then there is no reason to include it in the list. Especially because we get some incredibly long lists.

On the pages of the polls, you will find up to the time of the poll itself a box where you can nominate your favorite. Once the voting is underway, it is no longer possible to nominate. Here it is only possible to vote for those who were nominated.

Is it free to join?

Of course, it's free. Everyone should be able to participate in their category on equal terms. Therefore, it never costs to join the polls, and since we place great importance on credibility, it is obviously not possible to buy more votes with us.

What must / must not do to get more votes?

With OpdagDanmark's polls, we intend to find the best places in Denmark. We find them by reaching out to people who, through their own experience, can recommend their favorites. However, creative initiatives such as the purchase of talk time cards, competitions and attractive prizes, etc. can undermine this and cause people to vote in places without knowing the place.

To avoid this, we have created lists that describe the things that must and must not:

You may not:

  • Use competitions, offers and discounts during OpdagDanmark's polls
  • Give/offer products/services to people for free in exchange for getting them to vote (unless permitted under “You are welcome” below)
  • Buy airtime cards to vote multiple times

You can:

  • Boost your postings regarding the poll on social media
  • Use a prize issued by Discover Denmark ifm. the vote to market your own participation
  • Credit the customer for the price of a charged SMS. For example, if a customer has given 3 kr. to vote for you, you are welcome to give the customer 3 kr. as a discount on a purchase from you.

These rules apply to everyone, nominated and non-nominated. If you experience cheating, please contact us at info@opdagdanmark.dk

We regularly check and contact people who have voted to make sure no cheating is done.
If we discover large quantities of unreachable, similar phone numbers, we reserve the right to remove them.

If you are unsure whether an action violates our rules, please do not hesitate to write to us at info@opdagdanmark.dk or by phone. 70 60 53 32.

For nominees:

On the 1st violation of the above rules, the nominee gets a warning and the votes will be removed for the following 24 hours from the time of the violation (or until the competition, offer or the like is completely removed).

In the event of a second violation of the rules, the nominee is disqualified, removed from the list and can only participate again the following year.

For non-nominees:

We have seen examples where non-nominees and businesses want to help their favorite get on the road and inadvertently violate the above rules. In these cases, it is necessary to separate unlawful votes without damaging the nominee's own efforts, and OpdagDanmark will remove a quantity based on time and number of votes at its discretion. We then clearly draw attention to the case, who has broken the rules and when and how many votes we have removed. Therefore: read the rules and don't break them!

Tips and advice for the nominees

There are many ways in which, as a nominee, you can improve your chance of getting enough votes to appear on our map of Denmark's best in its category & #8211; and maybe even end up winning. We have gathered here a number of measures that have been used by previous winners:

Share more than once. It is rare for a post to reach all your followers on social media. Therefore, you may want to encourage people to vote multiple times. Failure to do so too often and in succession will not be considered spam. We also hear from previous winners that the postings are really good at activating followers, so you get more interaction on your Facebook page and good conversations with customers.

Ask the network for help. Many local / loyal customers would rather than spread your message and get more votes. As nominated in a poll, you get a unique SMS code and it is easy to share in your channels, offline as online.

Link to the poll from your website. Your website is the hub for many of your most loyal customers. With a link to the poll, you can secure an extra boost to the number of votes.

Ask for help from local news media. Positive attention to a particular place is also positive attention to the area. That is why your local newspaper, tourist office etc. also has something to gain by helping the nominees in their area. If you have them share your post / link to the poll, it can greatly improve your chances. We see many examples of this.

Privacy policy in connection with polls

To be able to make polls where you can nominate and vote for your favorites while we exclude attempts at cheating and the like, we use tools that use cookies and where you provide some non-sensitive information. You can read much more about our general cookie and privacy policybut, for good measure, we have included that part of the policy that applies to polls, then there is complete transparency.

Here's what you should be aware of:

& #8211; If you nominate a candidate via the comment box, you enter information about name, email address, and possibly website and commentary. This information is stored together with registration of IP address (for protection against spam) in our database

& #8211; When you vote, information about time, phone number and voice dialing is stored in our database, which only Discover Denmark has access to. We do this purely in order to show the number of votes and find a winner. None of this information is disclosed to 3rd party. 

& #8211; To prevent cheating, we continually check and contact some of the phone numbers that have been used to vote. Therefore, we may call you if you have voted.

You do not provide any sensitive information when you participate in our polls. The name, telephone number, mail and ip address are counted as personal data and we have therefore taken all security measures to ensure that no one besides OpdagDanmark's trusted employees can access this data.

We continually delete data from our polls when they are no longer used on the site.

Read more in our cookie and privacy policy

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