Last updated: December 01, 2024
Welcome to the festive December month in Heerlen! This guide will lead you through all winter events and activities our city has to offer. Whether you're a local or visiting Heerlen for the first time, here you'll find everything for an atmospheric December period.
The vibrant center around Pancratiusplein forms the heart of the festivities, with the traditional Christmas market and winter illumination adorning the historic buildings. From here, you can walk to the Maankwartier, where winter activities take place, and the Schouwburgplein with its cultural programming. The nearby cities of Maastricht and Aachen, both just 20 minutes away, complement the winter program with their well-known Christmas markets and events.
Contact information and details below.
Enchanting underground Christmas caves with cozy stalls.
Kerststad Valkenburg is a large Christmas spectacle with unique Christmas caves, cozy stalls, and long miniature villages. The entire town is decked out in Christmas decorations for an authentic holiday experience.
Where: Valkenburg | More Info: Christmas Town Valkenburg
Unique Christmas market in an ancient cave
The Kerstmarkt Valkenburg is an internationally renowned Christmas market located in the ancient Fluweelengrot in Valkenburg aan de Geul. Here, you'll find numerous stands offering Christmas and gift items, decorated with festive decorations. The combination of the underground setting and festive stalls creates a unique atmosphere.
Where: Valkenburg | More Info: Valkenburg Christmas Market
Free entry and activities for children
At Kerstmarkt Landgraaf, you can enjoy glühwein and erwtensoep while visiting the Christmas stalls. There is everything available for purchase under the tree, from handmade items to Christmas decorations and lifestyle articles. The blacksmith of the castle is working with open fire, and various activities are organized by Scouting Pius and Scouting de Pioniers. There is a bouncy castle for children, and of course, Santa Claus will also visit!
Where: Landgraaf | More Info: Landgraaf Christmas Market
9 stages with top entertainment
Christmas Village Brunssum is a unique and completely new FREE public Christmas event organized by the Brunssum Evenementen Foundation. The Lindeplein transforms into a Christmas entertainment village with 1500m² of entertainment, 9 stages with top entertainment, a Christmas shopping street, an après-ski hut, food & drinks, and much more.
Where: Brunssum | More Info: Brunssum Christmas Market
Cozy Christmas market with children's activities.
The Kerstmarkt Voerendaal is a cozy Christmas market with a warm stand, a funny photo stand with cartoon Santa and reindeer, and various children's activities.
Where: Voerendaal | More Info: Voerendaal Christmas Market
Unique location with local Christmas products.
The Christmas market in Schinnen offers a cozy setting to find Christmas and gift items. Visitors can enjoy a wide range of Christmas products and local specialties.
Where: Schinnen | More Info: Schinnen Christmas Market
Unique Christmas concerts featuring both classic and modern performances.
In Heerlen, you can experience a series of heartwarming Christmas concerts, ranging from classic tales to modern interpretations. Make memories with loved ones while enjoying captivating performances that capture the spirit of Christmas.
Where: Heerlen | More Info: Heerlen Christmas Concert
Nostalgic Christmas train ride with steam locomotive.
The Kerst Expres offers a nostalgic Christmas train ride through South Limburg with a steam locomotive and comfortable steam heating. Enjoy the beautiful winter landscapes and traditional Christmas music in the 110-year-old station building of Simpelveld.
Where: Simpelveld | More Info: Simpelveld Christmas Market