Last updated: 11. November 2024
Plan your festive season in Einbeck with our comprehensive event guide. Here you'll find all essential information about winter activities and events that appeal to both locals and visitors.
The historic marketplace forms the heart of Einbeck's Christmas season, surrounded by magnificent half-timbered houses and the impressive town hall. From here, festive activities extend throughout the picturesque old town, where traditional craftsmanship, regional specialties, and cultural performances can be discovered. The neighboring cities of Northeim and Göttingen, just 20 minutes away, complement the winter offerings with their own Christmas markets.
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Einbeck Holiday Markets and Shopping
Einbeck Christmas Market
- What to Expect
- Christmas lights with four photo points illuminate the inner city of Einbeck.
- Description
- The traditional Einbeck Christmas Village opens its gates from November 27 to December 29, 2024, and decorates the historic market square with a Christmas forest, small wooden huts, and a large Christmas tree. Handmade presents, handicrafts, and a diverse culinary offer delight both young and old. Enjoy a warm mulled wine and delicious treats among the many small fir trees or spend a cozy evening on the curling track – the Christmas village has plenty to offer.
- Where
- Einbeck | More Info : Einbeck Christmas Market
Göttingen Christmas Market
- What to Expect
- Festive concerts in the Old Town Hall and churches.
- Description
- The Göttingen Christmas market offers daily changing cultural events, festive concerts in the Old Town Hall and churches, and atmospheric guided tours under the motto “Göttingen at Christmas time.”
- Where
- Göttingen | More Info : Göttingen Christmas Market
Hannover Christmas Market
- What to Expect
- Handicraft demonstrations and culinary delights in a medieval setting.
- Description
- The Christmas market in Hannover's old town features 125 festively decorated stalls offering wooden toys, handmade crafts, ceramics, and household items. The Finnish village and medieval market offer various handicraft demonstrations and culinary delights.
- Where
- Hannover | More Info : Hannover Christmas Market
Hildesheim Christmas Market
- What to Expect
- Christmas pyramid and artisanal offerings on the historic marketplace.
- Description
- The Hildesheim Christmas market attracts visitors with around 60 festively decorated stalls and many traditional but also new highlights on the historic marketplace and An der Lilie square. Christmas scents, colorful lights, and an attractive program draw residents and tourists into the city center.
- Where
- Hildesheim | More Info : Hildesheim Christmas Market
Braunschweig Christmas Market
- What to Expect
- Sustainable lighting and reusable cups.
- Description
- The Braunschweig Christmas Market features around 130 beautifully decorated stalls offering inspiring gift ideas and culinary specialties from Braunschweig and the region. The event takes place around the St. Blasii Cathedral and on the Platz der Deutschen Einheit, creating an Advent atmosphere.
- Where
- Braunschweig | More Info : Braunschweig Christmas Market
Hameln Christmas Market
- What to Expect
- Unique atmosphere through historic buildings and lovingly decorated wooden huts.
- Description
- The Hameln Christmas Market takes place in the historic old town quarter, surrounded by lovingly decorated wooden huts and traditional buildings. Visitors can enjoy handicrafts, traditional treats, and warm drinks like mulled wine.
- Where
- Hameln | More Info : Hameln Christmas Market
Goslar Christmas Market
- What to Expect
- 60 illuminated fir trees and over 160,000 lights.
- Description
- The Goslar Christmas Market takes place from November 27 to December 30, 2024, in the historic old town. In the romantic Christmas Forest at Schuhhof, fresh forest floor crunches underfoot, and amidst the glow of 60 illuminated fir trees, over 160,000 lights shine simultaneously.
- Where
- Goslar | More Info : Goslar Christmas Market
Northeim Christmas Market
- What to Expect
- Unique Christmas atmosphere with individually designed stalls and a small stage.
- Description
- The Northeimer MünsterWeihnacht offers a cozy Christmas atmosphere with fairy tale figures, winter forest, and Christmas circus. Each stall is individually designed and beautifully decorated. There are rustic covered seating areas and a small stage for Christmas songs and stories.
- Where
- Northeim | More Info : Northeim Christmas Market
Duderstadt Christmas Market
- What to Expect
- Advent calendar with "Duderstadt stars" in the historic town hall.
- Description
- The Duderstadt Christmas Market offers a cozy atmosphere with festive food, mulled wine, sausages, and roasted almonds. Each day, another star lights up in the historic town hall, while daily special offers delight the visitors.
- Where
- Duderstadt | More Info : Duderstadt Christmas Market
Osterode am Harz Christmas Market
- What to Expect
- The large Glühwein hut offers a warm place to stay.
- Description
- The Osteroder Christmas Market offers a diverse atmosphere with craft stands, fairy tale hours, and musical programs. Here you can find hot drinks, culinary delights, and Christmas decorations.
- Where
- Osterode am Harz | More Info : Osterode am Harz Christmas Market
Einbeck Holiday Shows and Entertainment
Christmas Miracle 2024 Göttingen City Hall
- What to Expect
- Family-friendly musical with diverse performances.
- Description
- The special musical experience "Christmas Miracle" offers a unique combination of music, dance, and theater for the whole family.
- Where
- Göttingen | More Info : Christmas Miracle 2024 Göttingen City Hall
Light Beer and Dark Shadows Guided Tour
- What to Expect
- Tour through Einbeck's Old Town under night lights.
- Description
- The "Light beer and dark shadows" tour guides you through Einbeck's historic Old Town under the night lights. Discover the charming half-timbered houses, the Diekturm tower, and churches. The evening ends with Einbeck beer and stories about the brewery.
- Where
- Einbeck | More Info : Light Beer and Dark Shadows Guided Tour