Last updated: December 01, 2024
Discover the festive atmosphere in Bad Honnef with our current winter guide. This practical companion leads you through the most beautiful corners of the city during the Advent season and shows you all important events.
The historic marketplace forms the center of festivities, surrounded by traditional half-timbered houses and decorated streets. From here, the winter activities extend to the Kurpark, where visitors can experience the traditional Christmas market with regional specialties, crafts, and cultural performances. The neighboring cities of Königswinter and Bonn, just a few kilometers away, complement the program with their own festive events.
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Visibility of the inner city through illuminated streets
The inner city of Bad Honnef is transformed into a colorful light display during the four Advent weeks. Visitors can stroll through illuminated streets, complete their first Christmas shopping, and admire light installations at selected locations. One can also enjoy a mulled wine in their favorite shop.
Where: Bad Honnef | More Info: Winter Lights
Handmade gifts and culinary delights.
The Rhöndorfer Christmas Market offers a diverse selection of handmade gifts, culinary delights, and craftwork. It takes place on December 15, 2024, on the picturesque Ziepchensplatz.
Where: Bad Honnef | More Info: Rhöndorf Christmas Market
Historical carousel and visits from Saint Nicholas
The Nostalgic Christmas Market at the Old Brewery Kasbach offers historical caravans, open fireplaces, and nostalgic stands that invite to conviviality with mulled wine and delicacies. With a historical carousel and visits from Saint Nicholas, even the youngest can experience fairy tales. In the museum shop, not only can history be admired, but also many advent and Christmas items can be purchased.
Where: Kasbach-Ohlenberg | More Info: Christmas Dream in the Old Brewery
Visit the Christmas market with historic rooms and public tours.
During the Advent season, Schloss Drachenburg transforms into a festive winter wonderland. Visitors can attend the Christmas market, participate in public tours of the Petersberg site, and admire the historic rooms of the castle.
Where: Königswinter | More Info: Christmas Market Drachenburg Castle
The "Glühweinzeit" is extended for the first time in the framework of the new Epiphany Market.
The Bonn Christmas Market offers over 165 stalls with arts and crafts and culinary offerings. From decorative handicrafts to culinary delights, there is almost everything that Christmas market fans desire.
Where: Bonn | More Info: Bonn Christmas Market
Handcrafted wooden decorations and regional handicrafts.
The Linzer Weihnachtszauber transforms the historic houses and alleys of Linz into a cozy Christmas village. Handcrafted wooden decorations and lovingly decorated stalls offer traditional handicrafts and delicious treats. Cozy lounge areas and changing live music complete the offerings.
Where: Linz am Rhein | More Info: Linz Christmas Magic
Over 60 stalls and participants with music acts and culinary offerings.
The Adventszauber in Bad Hönningen features over 60 stalls and participants. On Friday evening, children decorate the Christmas tree, while Glühwein and food stalls complete the offerings. Music acts like Papa Tom's Jazz and Cocajine provide an entertaining program.
Where: Bad Hönningen | More Info: Advent Magic Bad Hönningen
Handicrafts and culinary specialties in a historical setting.
The Romantic Christmas Market on Schloss Arenfels offers a festive and contemplative atmosphere where visitors can discover various handicrafts and culinary specialties. They might meet Saint Nicholas and try different delicacies while listening to Christmas melodies and stories.
Where: Bad Hönningen | More Info: Romantic Christmas Market Ahrenfels Castle
Unique children's area with imaginative program.
The Knuspermarkt Neuwied features a variety of festively decorated huts, an advent-themed music program, and a special children's area. Visitors can find charming stalls offering regional products and a wide range of culinary delights.
Where: Neuwied | More Info: Crackling Market Neuwied
Historical craftsmanship and medieval atmosphere
The Medieval Market in Siegburg offers a unique atmosphere with wooden market stalls, candles, and lanterns. Jesters, town criers, and craftsmen showcase their skills, while vendors sell their wares on decorated stalls. Medieval songs and jests entertain the crowd, and there is plenty of food available.
Where: Siegburg | More Info: Medieval Market Siegburg
Diverse offerings for over 20 years.
The Leutesdorfer Christmas Market offers a diverse range of Christmas market products and has successfully connected the Leutesdorfer associations for over 20 years. More than 20 stall operators offer their goods, and the atmosphere is charmingly rustic.
Where: Leutesdorf | More Info: Leutesdorf Christmas Market
Unique atmosphere of a traditional village Christmas market with local products and a visit to the Dorfmuseum.
The Weihnachtsmarkt am Dorfmuseum takes place on December 1, 2024, and is organized by the Vettelschoßer Junggesellenverein. Under the motto „Vom Dorf – fürs Dorf“, a cozy Hof-Weihnachtsmarkt will take place, with the proceeds going to the projects of the Vettelschosser Heinzelmännchen and the preservation of the Dorfmuseum. The Dorfmuseum will also be open on this day and can be visited.
Where: Vettelschoß | More Info: Christmas Market at the Village Museum
Unique English Christmas cuisine and festive music.
The British Christmas Market at The Little Britain Inn offers a unique atmosphere with English specialties and festive music. Visitors can enjoy traditional British dishes like Fish & Chips, Scones, and Pasties while immersing themselves in a festively decorated winter landscape.
Where: Vettelschoß | More Info: Christmas Market at The Little Britain Inn
Christmas classics open-air on the large screen.
At the lower market square, the Winterkino offers Christmas classics open-air on the large screen. The event is organized jointly by the city administration and Centrum e.V., and is framed by many musical contributions.
Where: Bad Honnef | More Info: Winter Cinema
Unique concert featuring various ensembles and a festive program.
The "Santa Claus" concert by the Bad Honnef Music School takes place on December 21 at the Kurhaus. It is a special musical and pre-Christmas event celebrating the music school's 50th anniversary. The program includes brass instruments, the ensemble n’joy Gospel & more, the Blumenwalzer from the ballet Nussknacker, and other ensembles.
Where: Bad Honnef | More Info: Santa Claus Concert