Last updated: 11. November 2024
Discover the festive highlights in Rodenkirchen! Our event guide presents all the must-see Christmas events in Cologne's southern district that you shouldn't miss.
The historic marketplace of Rodenkirchen transforms into an atmospheric meeting point with traditional wooden stalls and regional specialties. Along Maternusstrasse to the Rhine riverbank, additional festivities extend, while the decorated main street with its small shops invites you to stroll. The neighboring districts of Sürth and Weiß are easily accessible via the Rhine promenade and offer additional winter attractions.
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Rodenkirchen Holiday Light Displays
China Lights at the Zoo
- What to Expect
- Illuminated animal and fantasy figures across 20 hectares of zoo grounds.
- Description
- The China Lights at Cologne Zoo is a fantastic light festival that transforms the zoo into a colorful and illuminated evening spectacle. With over 77 light installations featuring more than 11,000 LED lights and 17,000 meters of light chains, the entire zoo grounds are illuminated.
- Where
- Cologne | More Info : China Lights at the Zoo
Rodenkirchen Holiday Markets and Shopping
Cologne Cathedral Christmas Market
- What to Expect
- Unique star-shaped market layout and the over 1,000 sqm spanning starlight canopy.
- Description
- The Christmas market at Cologne Cathedral offers a wide range of handmade crafts, gifts, and culinary specialties. With around 150 festively decorated stalls, it invites visitors to stroll and explore. The central stage and the four entrance portals are illuminated by approximately 300 Herrnhuter stars.
- Where
- Cologne | More Info : Cologne Cathedral Christmas Market
Christmas Market in Cologne's Old Town
- What to Expect
- Ice skating in the heart of Cologne on Germany's most beautiful outdoor ice rink.
- Description
- Heinzels Wintermärchen in Cologne's Old Town offers a rich variety of specialties, handicrafts, and gifts. The over 100 market stalls are organized into different themed alleys and small squares, stretching across Alter Markt and Heumarkt.
- Where
- Cologne | More Info : Christmas Market in Cologne's Old Town
Angels' Market
- What to Expect
- Unique starry sky and enchanting angels
- Description
- The Angel Market offers a festive Christmas world with enchanting angels, the Winter Queen, and fascinating living snow owls. Visit the three different mulled wine stands and enjoy the deliciously freshly mixed cocktails under a unique starry sky.
- Where
- Cologne | More Info : Angels' Market
Harbour Christmas Market
- What to Expect
- Unique feature: Giant Ferris wheel with breathtaking views of the Christmas market and pre-Christmas Cologne.
- Description
- The Cologne Harbor Christmas Market at the Chocolate Museum offers an exceptional atmosphere with around 70 diverse stalls, high-quality goods, and craftsmanship, as well as a varied cultural and entertainment program. Friendly "seafarers" offer fish specialties and drinks from around the world, while the 15-meter-long three-master wooden ship "Trudel" serves hot mulled wine.
- Where
- Cologne | More Info : Harbour Christmas Market
Nicholas Village
- What to Expect
- Unique atmosphere with historic architecture and traditional Christmas market stalls.
- Description
- Nikolausdorf is a charmingly decorated Christmas market on Rudolfplatz, located in front of the historic Hahnentorburg. Both large and small enjoy the festive stage program, hot drinks from the St. Nicholas boot mug, and the holiday magic between the cozy village alleys.
- Where
- Cologne | More Info : Nicholas Village
Christmas Market in the Stadtgarten
- What to Expect
- Diverse culinary offer and child-friendly cultural program.
- Description
- The Stadtgarten Christmas Market offers decorated huts with unique craftsmanship, loving handwork, and exquisite designs. It features a diverse culinary offer and a child-friendly cultural program.
- Where
- Cologne | More Info : Christmas Market in the Stadtgarten
Vringsadvent
- What to Expect
- Experience history through an app or slideshow projected onto the Torburg.
- Description
- The Vringsadvent on Chlodwigplatz offers a diverse range of culinary delights and cultural highlights. Retailers, restaurateurs, associations, and artists from the Veedel and the region showcase their craftsmanship, delicious food, and entertainment. The project hut displays the history of the Veedel in wonderful images.
- Where
- Cologne | More Info : Vringsadvent
New Year's Market at the Chocolate Museum
- What to Expect
- 48-meter tall Ferris wheel and diverse entertainment program.
- Description
- The New Year's Market at the Chocolate Museum features handicrafts, mulled wine, and a diverse entertainment program. After Christmas, the market transforms into a cozy New Year's market with warming drinks and culinary offerings.
- Where
- Cologne | More Info : New Year's Market at the Chocolate Museum
Christmas Market Express
- What to Expect
- Round trip through four popular Christmas markets in Cologne.
- Description
- The Christmas Market Express conveniently takes you from one Christmas market to another in Cologne. The round trip includes four of the most popular Christmas markets: the Christmas Market at the Cathedral, the Christmas Market at the Old Market, the Chocolate Museum Christmas Market, and the Market of the Angels.
- Where
- Cologne | More Info : Christmas Market Express
Protestant Parish Christmas Market
- What to Expect
- Fair and ecological products, social projects, regionality, and diversity.
- Description
- The Weihnachtsmarkt of the Evangelical Church Community in Cologne-Nippes offers hot treats, lovingly handmade items, and unique ideas. All generations are welcome, and for children, there is plenty of colorful activity. The carousel spins, there is bread at the campfire, and a candle workshop is excited about creative heads.
- Where
- Cologne | More Info : Protestant Parish Christmas Market
Christmas Market at the Chocolate Museum
- What to Expect
- A Ferris wheel with impressive 48m height integrated.
- Description
- The Kölner Hafen-Weihnachtsmarkt at the Schokoladenmuseum offers a picturesque setting directly by the Rhine with 70 stalls in white pagodas resembling ship sails. You can find high-quality goods and craftsmanship, culinary delights from the region and worldwide, as well as hot mulled wine at the large genuine three-master wooden ship. A diverse entertainment program including shanties and pirates enhances the festive harbor atmosphere.
- Where
- Cologne | More Info : Christmas Market at the Chocolate Museum
Rodenkirchen Holiday Shows and Entertainment
Advent Concerts
- What to Expect
- Reflective and rock-inspired Christmas songs with a Kölsch flair.
- Description
- The Höhner Weihnacht 2024 is a joyful and festive concert filled with Kölsch temperament and wonderful Christmas tones. The band presents both their own songs and classic Christmas carols and evergreens.
- Where
- Cologne | More Info : Advent Concerts