Lichtermarkt Elmshorn
Visitors can wander through a cozy village of rustic wooden huts offering a wide selection of culinary specialties and holiday goods. The market square is illuminated by thousands of twinkling lights in the trees and custom street lighting. Family-friendly highlights include a nostalgic carousel, activity huts for children, and special appearances by Santa Claus and angels.
What to Expect
Charming Christmas market lit by thousands of sparkling lights.
Event Details
Ages
All ages
Neighborhood
Alter Markt
Timed Entry
No
Organizer
Stadtmarketing Elmshorn e.V.
Food & Drink
The wooden huts offer a variety of culinary specialties and invite visitors to eat and drink.
Local Insight & Ratings
Family Friendly
Best For
Families and christmas-market visitors
Vibe
Festive and cozy
Energy Level
Low
Photo Friendly
High
Weather Sensitivity
Moderate
Location
Know Before You Go
- Hours: Mon-Sat 11-21 Uhr; Sun 14-20 Uhr; Christmas Eve 10-14 Uhr; opening on 23.11.2026 at 18 Uhr.
- Parking: Parkplätze befinden sich im Parkhaus Neuer Markt oder auf dem Buttermarkt.
Tips & Advice
- Visit on a Wednesday, Family Day at the Lichtermarkt, to take advantage of the discounted offers when you bring the children.
- Bring the kids on November 28 or December 12 to meet Santa in his hut, share their wishes and take a souvenir photo.
- Plan an Advent weekend afternoon in town so children can collect sweets and take photos with the Elmshorn angels.
- Be on the Alter Markt on the opening evening, November 23, to watch the angel flight and the lighting of the big fir.
- Park in the Neuer Markt multi-storey car park or on the Buttermarkt, or skip the car and come by bus or train.
Special Events & Promotions
- Opening celebration on November 23 with an angel flight, the lighting of the big fir and live music.
- Family Day every Wednesday, with discounted offers.
- Elmshorn angels hand out sweets to children and pose for photos in the town center on Advent Saturday and Sunday afternoons.
- Santa audience in his hut on Saturdays November 28 and December 12: children share wishes, take a photo and get a small surprise.
Quick Actions
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Lichtermarkt good for families?
Yes. The market is built around coziness and families. It has a nostalgic carousel, activity areas for kids, and Stadtmarketing's activity huts full of Christmas things to look at. Wednesday is Family Day, with discounted offers.
Can kids meet Santa?
Yes. On Saturday, November 28 and Saturday, December 12, Santa sits in his decorated hut on the Alter Markt in the afternoon. Kids can tell him their wishes, take a souvenir photo and get a small surprise.
What happens at the opening?
The opening evening on November 23 starts with an angel flight. An angel in white circles above the hut village, then floats down to the Alter Markt to switch on the festive lights. The big fir is lit, and there is live music.
Where do I park?
Park in the Neuer Markt multi-storey car park or on the Buttermarkt. The market is also easy to reach by bus and train.
Can I get a stall at the market?
Stadtmarketing Elmshorn is still looking for new, creative stall holders and welcomes applications with special offerings.
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