Verkaufsoffener Sonntag Berlin: Dates, opening hours and where to shop this Advent
Verkaufsoffener Sonntag Berlin means more time for Christmas shopping and festive lights across the capital. In 2025, Berliners will have two official Sunday openings during Advent: December 7 and December 21. On these days, stores are allowed to open from 1 p.m. to 8 p.m. The editorial team at G.Business reports that this special permission gives locals and visitors extra time to enjoy Christmas shopping before the holidays.
Official verkaufsoffene Sonntage in Berlin 2025
The Berlin Senate has approved the following citywide shopping Sundays for 2025:
- September 7 (IFA – International Funkausstellung)
- December 7 (2nd Advent)
- December 21 (4th Advent)
| Date | Occasion | Opening hours | Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| 07 Dec 2025 | 2nd Advent Sunday | 13:00 – 20:00 | Christmas shopping season begins |
| 21 Dec 2025 | 4th Advent Sunday | 13:00 – 20:00 | Final Sunday before Christmas |
Participation is voluntary — stores are not obliged to open. Large retail chains such as Galeria, Saturn, and H&Musually participate, while smaller boutiques decide individually.
Bookstores and cultural shopping
One of the most popular spots is Dussmann – Das KulturKaufhaus,
Friedrichstraße 90, 10117 Berlin-Mitte.
It’s confirmed to open on both December 7 and December 21 according to the store’s official website (kulturkaufhaus.de).
Other bookstores along Friedrichstraße — such as Lehmanns Media (Friedrichstraße 128) — may open as well, but visitors should check each store’s own announcements closer to the date.
Additional Sunday openings before Advent
Several shopping centers also offer early Sunday openings this autumn:
- Designer Outlet Berlin (Alter Spandauer Weg 1, 14641 Wustermark) – October 26 2025, 13:00 – 20:00
- Gesundbrunnen-Center (Badstraße 4, 13357 Berlin) – November 2 2025, 13:00 – 18:00
- Hallen am Borsigturm (Am Borsigturm 2, 13507 Berlin) – November 9 2025, 13:00 – 18:00
These centers often feature pre-Christmas sales and entertainment programs.
Tips for a relaxed Sunday shopping day
- Check in advance whether your favorite store will open.
- Arrive early to avoid parking problems.
- Use public transport, especially around Ku’damm, Alexa, and Mall of Berlin.
- Pay cashless – many stores have extra checkout points on these days.
Top shopping areas in Berlin
- Mall of Berlin, Leipziger Platz 12, 10117 Berlin – more than 300 shops, open on 21.12.
- Alexa Mall, Grunerstraße 20, 10179 Berlin – great for fashion and tech.
- Bikini Berlin, Budapester Straße 38-50, 10787 Berlin – design and concept stores with holiday decor.
- Kurfürstendamm & Tauentzienstraße – the heart of Berlin’s Christmas lights and festive markets.
Festive mood in the capital
The Verkaufsoffener Sonntag Berlin is not just a shopping event but also a celebration of the city’s Christmas atmosphere. Many districts combine it with Christmas markets, live music, and charity events – such as at Breitscheidplatz and in City West, where the Christmas lighting campaign was saved by donations.
The Verkaufsoffener Sonntag Berlin 2025 brings sparkle to the Advent season. Two official shopping Sundays — December 7 and 21 — allow Berliners to finish their gift lists in a festive mood. Plan ahead, check which stores are open, and enjoy a relaxed Christmas shopping experience.
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