Illustration of a christmas market scene (Heider Winterwelt)
Christmas Markets

Heider Winterwelt

Set on Heide's vast market square, this festive winter market features a 600 m² ice rink that hosts competitive curling tournaments alongside holiday activities. Visitors can browse lovingly decorated stalls offering seasonal treats, traditional market fare, Christmas decorations, leather goods, and honey products. The event also offers a holiday music program and visits from Santa Claus for younger guests.

What to Expect

Features a 600 m² ice rink on Heide's market square.

Event Details

Ages

All ages

Neighborhood

Marktplatz

Timed Entry

No

Organizer

Heide Stadtmarketing GmbH

Food & Drink

Food options include seasonal culinary treats and traditional market dishes.

Local Insight & Ratings

Family Friendly

🎄 🎄 🎄 🎄 ⚪ (4/5)

Best For

Families and christmas-market shoppers

Vibe

Festive and lively

Energy Level

Moderate

Photo Friendly

High

Weather Sensitivity

High

Location

Marktplatz
Heide
25746

Tips & Advice

  • Read the Stadtwerke-Heide-Eisstock-Cup rules and the ice rink rules before registering a team, since entries opened on October 7 for up to 160 teams.
  • Stop by the four rotating huts on each visit, because their vendors keep changing, with dog treats one day and handmade Christmas items the next.
  • If you make Christmas products, apply for one of the bookable rotating huts, which still had open dates in November and December as of early October.
  • Bring the little ones along, since Santa Claus visits the Winterwelt and hands out gifts to the young guests.
  • Dress warmly for time on the open market square, especially if you plan to watch the Eisstock teams compete on the ice rink.

Special Events & Promotions

  • Stadtwerke-Heide-Eisstock-Cup on the ice rink, with up to 160 teams; team registration opened October 7
  • Four rotating huts change their offerings throughout the season, from dog treats one day to handmade Christmas items the next
  • Santa Claus visits and gives gifts to young guests

Quick Actions

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the centerpiece of the Winterwelt?

A 600 m² ice rink. It hosts the Eisstock-Cups, where up to 160 teams compete to place their curling stones closest to the target and win the tournament's traveling trophy.

How can my team enter the Eisstock-Cup?

Team registration for the Stadtwerke-Heide-Eisstock-Cup opened on October 7 through the online form. The tournament rules and the ice rink rules are posted alongside it.

What do the stalls sell?

Seasonal treats and typical market dishes, plus Christmas decorations, gifts, costume jewelry, leather goods, and honey and wax products.

Can I sell my own Christmas products there?

Yes. Heide Stadtmarketing rents out four rotating huts that you can book for short stretches. Several November and December slots were still open as of October 2, and you apply through the online form.

Is there anything for children?

Santa Claus visits the Winterwelt and hands out gifts to the little guests.

Tags

holiday marketice skatingfamily friendlyfestive foodseasonal activitiescommunity celebrationholiday shoppingartisanal productsSanta visits

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Last Updated: Oct 21, 2026
Original Submitter: Sep 17, 2025 The Christmas Events Near Me editorial team