Nikolausumzug in Coesfeld
St. Nicholas and Knecht Ruprecht ride into the city on horseback, accompanied by an entourage and the music band of the volunteer fire department. Families and children join a lantern parade alongside torchbearers, illuminating the city center on the way to the Marktplatz. At the market square, St. Nicholas hands out bags of sweets to children.
What to Expect
Lantern parade with St. Nicholas on horseback leading to Marktplatz.
Event Details
Ages
All ages
Neighborhood
City Center
Timed Entry
No
Organizer
Stadt Coesfeld
Local Insight & Ratings
Family Friendly
Best For
Families with children
Vibe
Festive and traditional
Energy Level
Moderate
Budget
Free
Photo Friendly
High
Weather Sensitivity
High
Location
Know Before You Go
- Tickets: €2 per voucher for one bag of sweets.
- Hours: 17 Uhr.
Tips & Advice
- Buy the Nikolaus bag vouchers at the town hall Infopoint before Friday, December 4, because voucher sales end that day.
- Bring a bank card when you buy vouchers, because the Infopoint only accepts card payment for the Nikolaus bags.
- Let the children bring their lanterns, since the Stadtmarketing team invites every child to carry one in the parade to the Marktplatz.
- Gather at the Kreishaus am Schützenwall for the start, where the Nikolaus sets off on horseback with his entourage and the fire brigade band.
- Dress the children warmly for an evening walk with lanterns and torches through the city center to the market square.
Special Events & Promotions
- Nikolaus sweet bags for children, by voucher bought in advance at the town hall Infopoint (card payment only, sales end December 4).
Quick Actions
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is the parade for?
All children and families are invited to join the traditional Nikolaus parade.
Should children bring lanterns?
Yes. The Stadtmarketing team invites all children to bring their lanterns. Together with the torchbearers, the parade lights up the city center on the way to the Marktplatz.
How do children get a Nikolaus bag?
Buy a voucher in advance at the Infopoint in the town hall. Vouchers are sold from Monday, November 23, to Friday, December 4, and only card payment is accepted. After the parade, the Nikolaus hands out the filled bags on the Marktplatz.
Who leads the parade?
The Nikolaus and Knecht Ruprecht ride in on horseback with their entourage. The volunteer fire brigade's band goes with them.
What happens at the end of the parade?
On the Marktplatz, the Nikolaus hands out bags of sweets to the children. The bags are filled with support from sponsors, including EDEKA Stroetmann and Kaufland.
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