Last updated: 11. November 2024
Discover the festive winter season in Cuxhaven with our comprehensive event guide. Here, both locals and visitors will find all essential information about winter activities in our North Sea city.
Around the historic Castle Square and along the picturesque harbor promenade, atmospheric Christmas markets await you with traditional crafts and regional specialties. The festive venues stretch from the Alte Liebe to the city park, while Cuxhaven's maritime atmosphere harmoniously blends with the winter mood. The neighboring coastal towns like Duhnen and Döse enrich the program with their own advent events.
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Cuxhaven Holiday Markets and Shopping
Cuxhaven Christmas Market
- What to Expect
- A small ice rink and a visit from Santa Claus.
- Description
- The Cuxhavener Winterzauber offers a festive atmosphere in the picturesque Kurpark of Cuxhaven. Here, the scent of roasted almonds, mulled wine, and other delicacies fills the air, while fairy lights and festively decorated stalls create a cozy atmosphere. Children can enjoy a small ice rink or a visit from Santa Claus, who receives the wishes of the little ones with shining eyes.
- Where
- Cuxhaven | More Info : Cuxhaven Christmas Market
Otterndorf Christmas Market
- What to Expect
- A carousel and Christmas singing performances.
- Description
- The Otterndorfer Sternenmarkt offers a pre-Christmas atmosphere in a historic setting. Children and adults can visit the festively decorated Christmas stalls, which offer a variety of items. There is a carousel for the children and Christmas singing performances by local choirs and associations for the adults. No culinary wishes are left unfulfilled.
- Where
- Otterndorf | More Info : Otterndorf Christmas Market
Wurster North Sea Coast Christmas Market
- What to Expect
- Diverse stalls and visitor attractions.
- Description
- The Wurster Nordseeküste Christmas Market features various stalls from local associations and organizations, including Santa Claus, who is expected to arrive at 15:00. The market starts at 13:30 with a church service at the LandfrauenCafé and is officially opened by the mayor at 14:15.
- Where
- Wurster Nordseeküste | More Info : Wurster North Sea Coast Christmas Market
Dorum Christmas Market
- What to Expect
- Unique Christmas atmosphere in a historic setting.
- Description
- The Christmas market at Schloss Dornum offers a magical Christmas atmosphere with numerous exhibitors, culinary offerings, and an entertaining program on the stage and in the Rittersaal.
- Where
- Dorum | More Info : Dorum Christmas Market
Padingbüttel Christmas Market
- What to Expect
- Walkable light objects and fire and laser show
- Description
- The Bremerhaven Christmas Market offers a magical atmosphere with decorated streets, walkable light objects, and cozy stalls. Highlights like the Santa Claus parade and the fire and laser show create unforgettable moments.
- Where
- Padingbüttel | More Info : Padingbüttel Christmas Market
Misselwarden Christmas Market
- What to Expect
- Artisans from the Cuxland region showcase their creations.
- Description
- The Weihnachtsmarkt Misselwarden at the Altes Pastorenhaus offers a cozy atmosphere with coffee and cake, punch and grilled sausage. Artisans from the Cuxland region showcase their creations.
- Where
- Misselwarden | More Info : Misselwarden Christmas Market
Wanna Christmas Market
- What to Expect
- A church service and baptism start the Christmas market.
- Description
- The Christmas market in Wanna takes place around the St. George's Church and starts with a church service and baptism. From about 14:00, the Christmas market is open and offers lovingly handmade items.
- Where
- Wanna | More Info : Wanna Christmas Market
Loxstedt Christmas Market
- What to Expect
- A colorful program with fire show and local associations.
- Description
- The Loxstedt Christmas Market takes place on the Kirchplatz, illuminated with lights. The romantic backdrop features a variety of lovingly decorated market stalls where vendors showcase their goods. From handmade crafts to self-made treats, everything can be found here, including unique Christmas gifts. The culinary offerings are also well taken care of. A colorful program with a fire show and performances by local associations and choirs completes the Christmas market in Loxstedt.
- Where
- Loxstedt | More Info : Loxstedt Christmas Market
Cuxhaven Holiday Shows and Entertainment
Christmas Concert
- What to Expect
- Unique combination of classical and modern Christmas music.
- Description
- The Christmas concert features a variety of classical and modern Christmas songs, performed by different music groups and choirs.
- Where
- Cuxhaven | More Info : Christmas Concert