Last updated: 11. November 2024
Discover the festive atmosphere in Remscheid with our comprehensive event guide. Whether you're a local or visitor, here you'll find all essential information for the Advent season.
The historic marketplace forms the heart of winter festivities, surrounded by traditional half-timbered houses and the Old Town Hall. From here, Christmas markets extend along Alleestraße to Theodor-Heuss-Platz, featuring craft stalls, regional specialties, and traditions from the Bergisch region. In the nearby city center, decorated shop windows and cozy cafés invite visitors to linger.
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Remscheid Holiday Markets and Shopping
Cologne Christmas Market
- What to Expect
- More than 70,000 LEDs and Power-LEDs illuminate the light tent and the tree.
- Description
- The Cologne Christmas Market at Cologne Cathedral features 150 festively decorated stalls with handicrafts, gifts, and food. Approximately 300 Herrnhuter stars light up the sales stands and central stage.
- Where
- Cologne | More Info : Cologne Christmas Market
Düsseldorf Christmas Market
- What to Expect
- Unique themed markets with traditional craftsmanship and culinary delights.
- Description
- The Düsseldorf Christmas market offers a diverse selection of local and international delicacies as well as handmade and Christmas-themed products. The various themed markets invite visitors to stroll and linger.
- Where
- Düsseldorf | More Info : Düsseldorf Christmas Market
Dortmund Christmas Market
- What to Expect
- The world's largest Christmas tree with 48,000 LED lights.
- Description
- The Dortmund Christmas Market features over 250 stalls with handmade crafts, Christmas decorations, and unique toys. The city offers a culinary experience with bratwurst, Westphalian grilled sausage, and sweet treats like toasted almonds and crepes. The world's largest Christmas tree with 48,000 LED lights is a standout feature.
- Where
- Dortmund | More Info : Dortmund Christmas Market
Essen Christmas Market
- What to Expect
- Unique combination of medieval market and Essener Lichtwochen.
- Description
- The International Christmas Market in Essen features around 170 stalls offering imaginative gift ideas, traditional Christmas presents, and culinary delights from approximately 20 international countries and various German regions. The Flachsmarkt transports visitors into the world of the Middle Ages, while the Essener Lichtwochen enchant the entire city.
- Where
- Essen | More Info : Essen Christmas Market
Bochum Christmas Market
- What to Expect
- The high-wire show of the Flying Santa and the light sculptures in the Fairy Tale Forest.
- Description
- The Bochum Christmas Market features a variety of stalls selling traditional Christmas goods and culinary delights. Notably, the high-wire show of the Flying Santa and the light sculptures in the Fairy Tale Forest are highlights.
- Where
- Bochum | More Info : Bochum Christmas Market
Remscheid Holiday Shows and Entertainment
Christmas Matinee with Daniela Bosenius
- What to Expect
- Pre-holiday finale atmosphere with Daniela Bosenius.
- Description
- Daniela Bosenius presents a pre-Christmas program with a special atmosphere, preparing the audience for the holiday season.
- Where
- Remscheid | More Info : Christmas Matinee with Daniela Bosenius
Coming Home for Christmas
- What to Expect
- Romantic Christmas carols interpreted in a new way
- Description
- The concert with Benny & Joyce on December 4, 2024, at St. Maria Empfängnis Church in Essen Holsterhausen promises a romantic and atmospheric experience. Alongside various beautiful melodies, some international Christmas carols will be interpreted in a new way. Benny & Joyce aim to pay homage to Christmas by sharing the joy, peace, and warmth of this special festival with their audience.
- Where
- Remscheid | More Info : Coming Home for Christmas