Last updated: 11. November 2024
Discover the festive atmosphere in Frechen with our comprehensive event guide. From traditional Christmas markets to cultural performances, you'll find all the essential information for your advent experiences here.
Around the historic marketplace and Johann-Schmitz-Platz, winter activities unfold. The Frechen Christmas market with its decorated wooden huts offers regional crafts and culinary specialties. Along the main street and town hall area, you'll find atmospheric decorations, while the nearby St. Audomar city church regularly hosts advent concerts.
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Frechen Holiday Markets and Shopping
Cologne Cathedral Christmas Market
- What to Expect
- Over 70,000 LEDs and Power-LEDs illuminate the entire Roncalliplatz in the evening, creating a cozy atmosphere.
- Description
- The Cologne Cathedral Christmas Market features 150 festively decorated stalls with handicrafts, gifts, and food. Approximately 300 Herrnhuter stars light up the sales stands and central stage.
- Where
- Cologne | More Info : Cologne Cathedral Christmas Market
Heinzels Winter Fairy Tale
- What to Expect
- Spectacular ice rink and diverse activities.
- Description
- Heinzels Wintermärchen offers a rich variety of specialties, craftsmanship, and gifts. The Christmas market in Cologne's Old Town delights with its spectacular ice rink and various activities like curling and craftsmanship.
- Where
- Cologne | More Info : Heinzels Winter Fairy Tale
Angels' Market
- What to Expect
- Unique angels and living snow owls.
- Description
- The Angel Market offers a festive atmosphere with enchanting angels, the Winter Queen, and living snow owls. Visit the various mulled wine stands and enjoy delicious specialties like grilled salmon and spätzle.
- Where
- Cologne | More Info : Angels' Market
Harbour Christmas Market
- What to Expect
- Unique Feature: Ferris wheel offering a breathtaking view of the Christmas market and pre-Christmas Cologne.
- Description
- The Cologne Harbor Christmas Market at the Chocolate Museum offers an extraordinary atmosphere with around 70 diverse stalls showcasing high-quality goods and craftsmanship. Friendly sailors offer fish specialties and drinks from around the world, while the Ferris wheel provides a breathtaking view of the Christmas market and pre-Christmas Cologne.
- Where
- Cologne | More Info : Harbour Christmas Market
Nicholas Village
- What to Expect
- Unique atmosphere between historic building and cozy alleys.
- Description
- Nikolausdorf is a charmingly decorated Christmas market on Rudolfplatz, located in front of the historic Hahnentorburg. Both children and adults enjoy the festive stage program, mulled wine from the Santa boot mug, and the holiday atmosphere amidst the cozy alleys.
- Where
- Cologne | More Info : Nicholas Village
Christmas Market in the Stadtgarten
- What to Expect
- Diverse culinary offer and handmade products.
- Description
- The Stadtgarten Christmas market offers a variety of selected items from unique craftsmanship to exquisite design. It features a diverse culinary offer, homemade mulled wine from organic cultivation, and a family-friendly cultural program.
- Where
- Cologne | More Info : Christmas Market in the Stadtgarten
Aachen Christmas Market
- What to Expect
- Unique atmosphere with traditional Christmas goods and local specialties.
- Description
- The Aachen Christmas Market offers a diverse selection of Christmas goods and culinary delicacies. The stalls are open daily from 11 AM to 9 PM, except on the day of the dead and the longer Christmas market.
- Where
- Aachen | More Info : Aachen Christmas Market