Last updated: December 01, 2024
Discover the festive December season in Purmerend! This guide leads you through all winter events and activities our city has to offer, from the cozy city center to the historic districts.
The Koemarkt forms the vibrant center of festivities, with a traditional winter market and atmospheric lighting. From here, you can walk to the historic center, where shops and restaurants have decorated their entrances. The route takes you along Neckerstraat and the Eggert Shopping Center, where winter activities take place continuously. In the surrounding municipalities, such as Edam-Volendam just 10 minutes away by car, you'll find additional festivities to complete your visit.
Contact information and details below.
Cozy shops and Christmas trees on the Koemarkt.
The Christmas market in Purmerend offers a wide range of Christmas-related activities, including cozy shops, Christmas trees, and warm hot chocolate.
Where: Purmerend | More Info: Purmerend Christmas Market
Unique Christmas market with local artisans.
The Christmas market in Edam is a cozy market where you can find Christmas decorations, handmade gifts, and treats.
Where: Edam | More Info: Edam Christmas Market
Unique Christmas market with Glühwein and warm chocolate.
The Kerstmarkt Monnickendam is a cozy winter market where you stroll around with a Glühwein or warm chocolate in hand. Here you can enjoy shopping and the festive atmosphere.
Where: Monnickendam | More Info: Monnickendam Christmas Market
Unique combination of Christmas market and local treats.
The Zaanstad Christmas Market offers a wide range of Christmas-related items and treats in a cozy setting.
Where: Zaanstad | More Info: Zaanstad Christmas Market
Unique Christmas items and delicious snacks.
The Kerstmarkt Krommenie offers a cozy atmosphere where you can shop, eat, and enjoy the festive spirit. There are numerous stalls selling unique Christmas items, delicious snacks, and warm drinks.
Where: Krommenie | More Info: Krommenie Christmas Market
Christmas market with proceeds for school in Cameroon
The Kerstmarkt in Landsmeer is a fun event where the proceeds go to the school in Cameroon. Items sold are fitting for the Christmas theme.
Where: Landsmeer | More Info: Landsmeer Christmas Market
Unique due to the cozy atmosphere on the Koemarkt with brightly dressed children and Pieten.
The Sinterklaasintocht is one of the most festive events of the year. The festivities begin early in the morning when the Pieten walk through the streets distributing candy and pepernoten to the children. Then, Sinterklaas arrives by steamboat and is welcomed by the mayor on the quay. After the welcome, the festivities really begin on the Koemarkt, where all the terraces are open and it is bustling with activity.
Where: Purmerend | More Info: Sinterklaas Arrival
Personal contact and personal delivery of the Christmas menu.
Hapjes aan Huis offers an extensive Christmas menu, including a Christmas brunch, complete Christmas dinner, and warm Christmas buffet. You can choose from cold and warm dishes, and the menu is personally delivered.
Where: Purmerend | More Info: Christmas Dinner
A dive in the cold sea followed by a warm soup.
The New Year's Dive is a serious plunge where people jump into the cold sea on New Year's Day to start the new year.
Where: Purmerend | More Info: New Year's Dive