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Last updated: December 01, 2024

Experience the festive Christmas season in Paderborn! Our city guide presents all important events and activities during the Advent season, ensuring you won't miss any winter highlights in our historic episcopal city.

The medieval marketplace transforms into an atmospheric Christmas market, where traditional wooden stalls line up around the historic cathedral. From there, the path leads through Westernstraße with its decorated shop windows to the Town Hall Square. Along this route, visitors will find numerous stands offering regional specialties, handicrafts, and traditional Paderborn mulled wine.

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Paderborn Holiday Markets and Shopping

What to Expect:

Large Advent calendar at the historic town hall

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The Paderborn Christmas market offers a historical backdrop, a lovingly decorated atmosphere, and romantic lighting. The shining centerpiece is the imposing cathedral, whose mighty tower shines far into the land. The entire cathedral square is enchanted by grand lighting arrangements and the historic town hall becomes the largest Advent calendar in the region.

Where: Paderborn | More Info: Paderborn Christmas Market

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A colorful program accompanies the Advent market in the Sälzerhalle.

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The Advent market in Salzkotten takes place annually in the Sälzerhalle. Here, one can stroll through the pre-Christmas atmosphere protected from wind and weather, and shop for Christmas gifts. Traditional mulled wine and a large selection of sweet and savory treats delight the palate and ensure physical well-being. A colorful program accompanies the Advent market in Salzkotten and ensures excitement.

Where: Salzkotten | More Info: Christmas Market in Salzkotten

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Unique atmosphere and traditional Christmas items.

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The Christmas market in Lichtenau features a variety of stalls offering traditional Christmas items, delicious food, and drinks. Visitors can enjoy the unique atmosphere and friendly encounters with locals.

Where: Lichtenau | More Info: Christmas Market in Lichtenau

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Over 100 lovingly decorated houses and an eleven-meter-high, sparkling light pyramid.

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The Bielefeld Christmas Market attracts with sparkling squares and alleys, 100 lovingly decorated houses, and an irresistible scent. The Jahnplatz shows itself modern with red glowing huts, inviting tables, and discreetly illuminated canopies, while the NikolausHaus on the Altstädter Kirchplatz conveys rustic winter atmosphere.

Where: Bielefeld | More Info: Bielefeld Christmas Market

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Beautifully decorated Christmas tree.

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The Gütersloher Weihnachtsmarkt takes place from late November to late December on Berliner Platz. Numerous stalls, a decorated stage, and a festively lit city center create a festive atmosphere. On the Christmas market stage, local artists and many groups from the entire region perform. The diverse mix of traditional Christmas music and modern music enhances the wait for the big Christmas festival. The beautifully decorated large Christmas tree is a popular photo motif.

Where: Gütersloh | More Info: Gütersloh Christmas Market

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Local artisans present their unique crafts in an inviting, holiday-themed atmosphere.

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The Christmas Market in Bad Lippspringe offers a charming array of handcrafted gifts, local treats, and warm beverages. Stalls adorned with lights create a picturesque setting for visitors to stroll and soak in the holiday spirit. Artisans showcase their unique crafts, from decorations to gourmet specialties, making it an ideal place to find one-of-a-kind presents. The atmosphere is enhanced by seasonal music and the delightful aroma of traditional foods.

Where: Bad Lippspringe | More Info: Christmas Market in Bad Lippspringe

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