Mask compulsory, 3G and serving of alcohol? These corona rules apply to Bavaria's Christmas markets

The run-up to Christmas can come, because Christmas markets are possible again despite Corona.

But which rules apply?

Do masks have to be worn?

An overview.

Munich - This year Christmas markets should be possible again - despite the corona pandemic. * The Bavarian state government around Markus Söder * announced which rules should apply on Tuesday (October 19).

Although the rules do not generally provide for masks or hard access restrictions, it will not be exactly the same as in the past.

Economics Minister Hubert Aiwanger praised the “moderate protection concept”.

But what exactly is planned?

Christmas markets in Bavaria despite Corona: These rules apply

Do you have to wear a mask?

In the open air you can do without a mask. * If a minimum distance of 1.5 meters is not possible, it is recommended.

At least one medical mask is required indoors.

This also applies to employees if they do not have a fixed standing or workplace where the minimum distance is maintained, or if they are protected at counters or tills with separating discs or the like.

Children up to six years of age and people with a medical certificate are exempt from this.

In the catering trade, the mask can be removed at the table.

There are practically no restrictions in this area.

Eating and drinking are allowed in gastronomy.

Take-away offers for consumption on the premises are also allowed, as is the serving of alcohol and mulled wine.

(By the way: Our Bavaria newsletter informs you about all the important stories from the Free State. Register here.)

Corona in Bavaria: No 3G rule on Christmas markets

Does the 3G rule apply?

In principle, there is no 3G obligation on the Christmas markets.

If there are restaurants in indoor areas, only those who have been vaccinated, who have been tested or who have recovered have access - provided the respective seven-day incidence * is over 35.

The organizers can also voluntarily apply stricter rules - i.e. only allow vaccinated and convalescent people or require a PCR test for those tested.

Anyone infected with Corona * or under quarantine is of course not allowed to go to the Christmas market.

This also applies to people with typical Covid-19 symptoms such as loss of smell and taste, respiratory diseases or general unspecific symptoms of illness.

Christmas markets in Bavaria possible despite Corona - but not as before

The Christmas markets will not be like before Corona.

Wherever possible, a distance of 1.5 meters should be maintained, and crowds should be prevented.

As suitable measures for this, the framework concept names, among other things, larger distances between the stands, distance markings, enlarged sales areas, visitor guidance and signs.

There could also be one-way street regulations, especially at the entrances and exits.

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