Your guide to Christmas shopping in Germany
Looking ahead to the festive season, Germany offers a winter escape filled with character and charm. From Bavarian whisky to hand-blown ornaments in Berlin, it’s a place to find thoughtful gifts and authentic experiences. With Rocco Forte Hotels in Munich and Berlin, you can explore Christmas markets, discover local craftsmanship and soak up the spirit of the season.
BERLIN
Set on the landmark Bebelplatz, Hotel de Rome is surrounded by colourful delights over the Christmas holidays. Berlin is a wonderful shopping destination at any time of the year, but in the festive season, it takes on a magical air, with street markets, ice rinks and colourful exhibitions.
For stylish travellers
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For foodies
Kaufhaus des Westens – or KaDeWe as it is affectionately known – has been a foodie destination in Berlin since 1907. The second largest department store in Europe after Harrods, this is the place to come for gifts for every style and budget. The ‘jewel in the crown’ is the food hall on the sixth floor, which is perfect for oysters, Champagne and over 1,000 varieties of German sausage.
For festive fun
Just moments from Hotel de Rome, the Gendarmenmarkt Christmas market brims with handmade ornaments, woollen scarves, and artisanal candles. Against a backdrop of classical architecture and twinkling lights, you’ll find wooden toys, nutcrackers, and mulled wine aplenty. It’s the perfect place to soak up the festive spirit – and return with a few treasures.
MUNICH
Overlooking the tranquil Old Botanical Garden and close to the Isar River, The Charles Hotel is perfectly placed for a city break. Browse for lederhosen, bratwurst and modern art to take home in Kunstareal, the city’s happening art district.
For fashionistas
Step into the world of haute couture with a bespoke personal shopping experience at EDEM Chambre Privée, in the historic Old Town. Curated by Edem Adobaya, former fashion director at Giorgio Armani, this intimate showroom offers a handpicked selection of avant-garde pieces from emerging designers. When you visit, each item is thoughtfully matched to your personal style, ensuring a unique addition to your wardrobe.
For whisky lovers
SLYRS is a celebrated heritage brand of Bavarian whisky, with roots in ancient monastic brewing. Take your spirit lover outside the city to the lakeside distillery at Schliersee and enjoy a memorable single malt whisky from Upper Bavaria.
For the traditional at heart
A short stroll from The Charles Hotel, Munich’s Marienplatz comes alive with alpine charm from late November. Browse stalls filled with carved wooden nativity scenes, hand-blown glass baubles, and Bavarian delicacies like Lebkuchen. The scent of roasted almonds and spiced Glühwein fills the air—an irresistible way to wrap up a shopping day.
Book an enchanting winter escape at our hotels in Berlin and Munich by emailing or telephoning our concierge teams below:
The Charles Hotel, Munich
info.charles@roccofortehotels.com
Tel: +49 89 544 5550
Hotel de Rome, Berlin
info.derome@roccofortehotels.com
Tel: +49 30 460 60 90
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