Last updated: 11. November 2024
Our comprehensive guide to the Christmas season in Neuehrenfeld provides you with all essential information about festive events and activities. From traditional markets to cultural performances, you'll find everything here for your holiday planning.
Around the Ehrenfeldgürtel, winter activities unfold with atmospheric Christmas markets and festive lighting. The historic squares and streets of the quarter transform into a lively festival mile, while the nearby Venloer Straße invites you to leisurely strolls with its decorated shops. The neighboring districts of Ehrenfeld and Bilderstöckchen are also easily accessible via well-developed transport routes.
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Neuehrenfeld Holiday Light Displays
China Lights at the Cologne Zoo
- What to Expect
- Light course with an Asian style and interactive figures.
- Description
- China Lights at Cologne Zoo is a fantastic light festival that transforms the zoo into a colorful light course. Over 77 light installations with more than 11,000 LED lights and 17,000 meters of light chains illuminate the entire zoo grounds.
- Where
- Cologne | More Info : China Lights at the Cologne Zoo
Neuehrenfeld Holiday Markets and Shopping
Christmas Market at Cologne Cathedral
- What to Expect
- Star-shaped setup and over 70,000 LEDs.
- Description
- The Cologne Cathedral Christmas Market features 150 festively decorated stalls with handicrafts, gifts, and food. Approximately 300 Herrnhuter stars illuminate the sales stands and central stage.
- Where
- Cologne | More Info : Christmas Market at Cologne Cathedral
Heinzels Winter Fairytale
- What to Expect
- Ice skating in the heart of Cologne
- 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 diverse activities like ice stock shooting and craftsmanship.
- Where
- Cologne | More Info : Heinzels Winter Fairytale
Angel Christmas Market
- What to Expect
- Illuminated mythical creatures on stilts and enchanting angels.
- Description
- The Markt der Engel is a festive Christmas market on Neumarkt, centrally located near major shopping streets. Countless twinkling stars and light chains in the trees create a special atmosphere. Wide lanes invite strolling and lingering between elaborately designed houses, and illuminated mythical creatures on stilts and enchanting angels can be seen frequently.
- Where
- Cologne | More Info : Angel Christmas Market
Cologne Harbour Christmas Market
- What to Expect
- Ferris wheel with breathtaking views of the Christmas market and cathedral.
- Description
- The Cologne Harbor Christmas Market at the Chocolate Museum offers a stylish and maritime atmosphere with around 70 diverse stalls. Friendly "seafarers" offer fish specialties, fine foods, and drinks, while the Ferris wheel offers a breathtaking view of the Christmas market, cathedral, and Rhine.
- Where
- Cologne | More Info : Cologne Harbour Christmas Market
Nicholas Village
- What to Expect
- Nikolausdorf offers a unique stage program and mulled wine from the St. Nicholas boot mug.
- Description
- Nikolausdorf is a charmingly decorated Christmas market on Rudolfplatz, located between Neumarkt and the trendy Belgian Quarter. Here, both large and small enjoy a festive stage program, mulled wine from the St. Nicholas boot mug, and winter magic between the cozy alleys.
- Where
- Cologne | More Info : Nicholas Village
Neighbourhood Advent
- What to Expect
- Handicrafts and gift ideas from the Veedel.
- Description
- The Veedelsadvent on Chlodwigplatz offers a diverse selection of culinary delights, handicrafts, and entertainment. Businesses and organizations from the Veedel showcase their goods and gift ideas, while small market visitors enjoy entertainment and a children's carousel.
- Where
- Cologne | More Info : Neighbourhood Advent
Ehrenfeld Christmas Market
- What to Expect
- Free vendor stalls for exhibitors
- Description
- The Ehrenfeld Christmas market takes place from November 22 to December 22, 2024, in the beer garden of Herbrand's. Here, you can find unique Christmas presents, delicious food, and drinks.
- Where
- Cologne | More Info : Ehrenfeld Christmas Market
Stadtgarten Christmas Market
- What to Expect
- Diverse culinary offerings and changing exhibitors.
- Description
- The Stadtgarten Christmas market offers a variety of selected articles from unique craftsmanship to exquisite design. It features a diverse culinary offer and homemade mulled wine from organic cultivation.
- Where
- Cologne | More Info : Stadtgarten Christmas Market
New Year's Market at the Chocolate Museum
- What to Expect
- 48-meter-high Ferris wheel parallel to the New Year's Market
- Description
- The New Year's Market at the Chocolate Museum offers warm drinks and regional culinary delights. The 48-meter-high Ferris wheel remains parallel to the New Year's Market until January 1, 2025.
- Where
- Cologne | More Info : New Year's Market at the Chocolate Museum
Christmas Market Express
- What to Expect
- Round trip through four Cologne Christmas markets.
- Description
- The Christmas Market Express connects the four most popular Cologne Christmas markets, including the Christmas Market at the Cathedral, the Christmas Market at the Old Market, the Harbor Christmas Market at the Chocolate Museum, and the Market of the Angels at Neumarkt.
- Where
- Cologne | More Info : Christmas Market Express
Rudolfplatz Meet & Eat Market
- What to Expect
- Diverse cuisines on a small scale
- Description
- The meet & eat market on Cologne's Rudolfplatz offers a variety of cuisines every Thursday from 4:00 PM to 9:00 PM. You can find fresh food directly in the heart of Cologne and sit down or stand to enjoy something to eat and drink.
- Where
- Cologne | More Info : Rudolfplatz Meet & Eat Market
Neuehrenfeld Holiday Shows and Entertainment
c/o pop Music Festival
- What to Expect
- Diverse music genres and networking opportunities.
- Description
- The c/o pop Festival in Cologne offers a diverse range of music and culture, featuring over 100 artists from around the world. It is an ideal place for music lovers to discover new talents and international stars.
- Where
- Cologne | More Info : c/o pop Music Festival
Brewery Tour
- What to Expect
- Unique tour through the oldest Kölsch brewery and distillery in Cologne.
- Description
- Be guided through the oldest Kölsch brewery in the world and the oldest distillery in Cologne, learning about the production process of popular beers and spirits.
- Where
- Cologne | More Info : Brewery Tour