Illustration of a christmas market scene (Weihnachtlicher Blotschenmarkt Mettmann)
Christmas Markets

Weihnachtlicher Blotschenmarkt Mettmann

Visitors can experience a festive pre-Christmas market arranged inside and around the historic Lokschuppen Hochdahl and along its historic railway platform. The market offers a variety of seasonal treats and delicacies to enjoy. It also features a Christmas tree decorating competition for local kindergartens and schools.

What to Expect

Set around the historic Hochdahl railway engine shed and platform.

Event Details

Ages

All ages

Neighborhood

Historische Oberstadt

Timed Entry

No

Organizer

Werbegemeinschaft Mettmann-Impulse

Food & Drink

The event offers a variety of seasonal treats and delicacies.

Local Insight & Ratings

Family Friendly

🎄 🎄 🎄 🎄 ⚪ (4/5)

Best For

Families and visitors looking for a relaxed local christmas market

Vibe

Cozy and festive

Energy Level

Low

Budget

Free

Photo Friendly

Moderate

Weather Sensitivity

Moderate

Location

Lokschuppen Hochdahl
Ziegeleiweg 1-3, 40699 Erkrath
Mettmann, NW

Know Before You Go

  • Tickets: Free.
  • Hours: 12:00 Uhr bis 19:00 Uhr; the page also says the outdoor grounds are open Saturdays until 21 Uhr.

Tips & Advice

  • Dress in warm layers because the market includes outdoor areas around the Lokschuppen and historic platform.
  • Wear comfortable shoes so you can move between the indoor shed, surrounding grounds, and historic platform.
  • If visiting on a Saturday, allow time outdoors after dark; the grounds remain open until 21:00.
  • Keep in mind that the Christmas-tree decorating competition is for kindergartens and schools, rather than an activity open to every visitor.
  • The event is listed as free, so you can visit without setting aside money for admission.

Special Events & Promotions

  • Christmas tree decorating competition for kindergartens and schools.

Quick Actions

Frequently Asked Questions

What is there to see and do?

There is a pre-Christmas market, lots of treats to enjoy and a Christmas tree decorating competition for kindergartens and schools.

Is the market indoors or outdoors?

Both. It is set up inside and around the Lokschuppen Hochdahl engine shed and along the historic railway platform.

Is there food?

Yes. There are all kinds of treats to enjoy.

How can a kindergarten or school join the tree decorating competition?

The competition is run by the Lokschuppen Hochdahl. Contact them at info@lokschuppen-hochdahl.de or 0211 30269005.

Tags

Christmas marketholiday marketfestive foodartisanal productscommunity celebrationholiday traditionfamily friendlylocal artisansfestive atmosphere

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Last Updated: Oct 20, 2026
Original Submitter: Sep 17, 2025 The Christmas Events Near Me editorial team