Cuxhavener Winterzauber
Set in the illuminated Kurpark Döse, this coastal winter market features a synthetic ice skating rink, a covered curling lane, a 25-meter toboggan slide, and children's bumper cars. Visitors can browse food stands offering mulled wine, bratwurst, crêpes, roasted almonds, and potato pancakes with covered seating. Family activities include a craft workshop in the Wichtelstube, a park rally, a wish tree, and visits from Santa Claus.
What to Expect
Family winter market in Kurpark Döse with ice skating and tobogganing.
Event Details
Ages
All ages
Neighborhood
Döse
Timed Entry
No
Organizer
HB Gastro
Food & Drink
Stalls offer mulled wine, bratwurst, crêpes, roasted almonds and potato pancakes from Seidensticker, with covered seating available.
Local Insight & Ratings
Family Friendly
Best For
Families with children
Vibe
Festive and family-friendly
Energy Level
Moderate
Budget
Free
Photo Friendly
High
Weather Sensitivity
Moderate
Location
Know Before You Go
- Tickets: Rental skates €5; sledding, 3 rides €2; curling, up to 8 people for 1 hour €25.
- Hours: Fri Nov 20 and Fri Nov 27: 09:00–15:00; Sat Nov 21 and Sat Nov 28: 07:00–15:00; Sun Nov 29: 07:00–14:00; Mon Nov 30: 09:00–15:00. The Wichtelstube opens 15:00–18:00 on Advent weekends.
- Parking: Paid parking is available at Messeplatz and Kugelbake-Halle, both accessible from Nordfeldstraße.
- Pets: Dogs are allowed in the park on a short leash. They should be able to cope with crowds, other dogs, and the event bustle; owners must immediately dispose of their dogs’ waste.
Tips & Advice
- Visit on a Wednesday, the weekly family day, to make use of the special discount offers at the Winterzauber.
- Rent skates on site if you don't have your own, since skating on the 10 x 20 metre rink has no time limit.
- Take bus 1006 or 1010 to the Kugelbake stop, or use the paid car parks at Messeplatz and Kugelbake-Halle off Nordfeldstraße.
- Come on an Advent weekend for the free Wichtelstube crafts with the Fun Team, and on Advent Sundays to meet Santa Claus.
- Gather a group of up to eight to rent the covered curling lane for an hour, alongside skating and the toboggan run.
Special Events & Promotions
- Family day every Wednesday with special discount offers.
- Wichtelstube on Advent weekends: free crafts and games with the Fun Team in a quiet setting.
- Santa Claus visits on Advent Sundays.
- School classes can use the ice rink in the mornings by prior arrangement with the organizer.
- The covered curling lane can be rented for groups of up to eight people for an hour.
Quick Actions
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I bring my dog?
Yes, dogs are allowed in the Kurpark on a short leash. They need to be comfortable with crowds, other dogs and the general bustle, and you must pick up after them right away.
Which activities cost extra?
Ice skating, skate rental, curling, the toboggan run and the kids' bumper cars are paid. Entry to the market and the Wichtelstube is free.
What is there for children?
A small ice rink, the 25-metre toboggan run, kids' bumper cars, a Christmas rally through the Kurpark, a wish tree for Christmas wishes, the Wichtelstube on Advent weekends and Santa on Advent Sundays.
What food and drink is there?
Mulled wine, bratwurst, crêpes, roasted almonds and potato pancakes from Seidensticker, with covered seating.
Can school classes use the ice rink?
Yes. School classes can use the rink in the mornings by prior arrangement with the organizer, HB Gastro.
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