Last updated: December 01, 2024
The Christmas season has arrived in Minden! Our city guide accompanies you through all festive events and activities that our historic Weser city has to offer during the Advent season.
Around the historic marketplace with its magnificent cathedral, the winter activities unfold. The traditional Christmas market with its decorated wooden huts, the scent of roasted almonds and mulled wine, and the festive illumination of the half-timbered houses characterize the cityscape. From Obermarktstraße to the Martini Steps, visitors will find numerous craft stalls, culinary offerings, and cultural performances.
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Special fire and music performances.
The Mindener Christmas market shines from November 26 to December 30, 2024, in festive light. Lovingly designed market stalls invite visitors to the historic market square and the Scharn. Here, delicacies, children's attractions, and creative gift ideas await, while the upper market offers hot drinks and fire pits with Christmas flair and cozy atmosphere.
Where: Minden | More Info: Christmas Market Minden
Ice rink and Westphalian Gift Market in the Kurpark.
The Christmas market in Bad Oeynhausen offers a variety of winter experiences, including the ice rink at Inowroclaw Square, festively decorated huts, and the Westphalian Gift Market. The festive lights in the Kurpark make every stroll unforgettable.
Where: Bad Oeynhausen | More Info: Christmas Market Bad Oeynhausen
Handmade gift ideas and delicious treats.
The Weihnachtsmarkt Lübbecke transforms the city center into a festive atmosphere with handmade gift ideas, crafts, and delicious treats.
Where: Lübbecke | More Info: Christmas Market Lübbecke
Illuminated ice rink and fire show performances
The Christmas market in Porta Westfalica offers 27 days of various activities, including an illuminated ice rink, LIVE music, and fire show performances. Santa Claus visits the market on December 6th and distributes gifts to the children. Two Christmas fireworks displays take place on December 1st and 15th. Every Wednesday features Family Days with discounts at participating shops.
Where: Porta Westfalica | More Info: Christmas Market Porta Westfalica
Advent calendar with surprises from Rahden retailers and service providers.
The "Dezemberträume" Christmas market in Rahden offers an idyllic atmosphere with mulled wine stalls, a children's carousel, and mulled wine punch. Visitors can enjoy sausages and pretzels while the Christmas music enhances the mood.
Where: Rahden | More Info: December Dreams in Rahden
12 m high Christmas pyramid on the Salzhof
The Bad Salzufler Weihnachtstraum transforms the historic old town into a romantic setting with 65 lovingly decorated wooden pavilions. The 12 m high Christmas pyramid on the Salzhof is a highlight, while classical craftsmen and live music enrich the program.
Where: Bad Salzuflen | More Info: Christmas Market Bad Salzuflen
Christmas magic with a colorful program in the Kurgastzentrum
The Christkindlesmarkt in Horn-Bad Meinberg offers a diverse selection of Christmas bakery, creative market, and mulled wine tasting. The Kurpark is enticingly scented with mulled wine and fir, while the Kurgastzentrum welcomes the whole family with a colorful program.
Where: Horn-Bad Meinberg | More Info: Christ Child Market in Horn-Bad Meinberg
Unique Christmas market atmosphere in Bielefeld's city center.
The Bielefeld Christmas Market offers a variety of Christmas items and culinary delights in the city center. Visit various event locations and experience the festive atmosphere.
Where: Bielefeld | More Info: Bielefeld Christmas Market
Unique ice stock shooting in a festively lit environment.
The Klosterplatz invites visitors to participate in ice stock shooting, where they can test their skills. The atmosphere is characterized by the surrounding Christmas stalls and festive lighting.
Where: Bielefeld | More Info: Klosterplatz Ice Stock Shooting Bielefeld
Exclusive booking in the heated Christmas room.
The Weihnachtspyramide on Jahnplatz in Bielefeld offers exclusive room booking for groups. Here, you can host your own Christmas party in the heated "Weihnachtsstube," which accommodates up to 32 people. Additionally, groups can rent the entire first floor for up to 150 people.
Where: Bielefeld | More Info: Christmas Pyramid on Jahnplatz Bielefeld
Rustic atmosphere with snow cannon and fire rum punch.
The House of St. Nicholas in Bielefeld offers a winter atmosphere with a snow cannon, steaks from a beechwood grill, and fire rum punch. It attracts with special events like the visit of St. Nicholas for children and offers private events.
Where: Bielefeld | More Info: House of St. Nicholas Bielefeld
Craft fair with festive surprises and culinary delights.
The Minden Christmas Market features a craft fair with offers for all price and age classes, festive surprises, and culinary delights from mulled wine to Christmas cookies. Carousel rides and pony rides make the stroll through Minden an experience for the whole family.
Where: Minden | More Info: Craftsmen's Mile Minden