Christmas in Schleswig-Holstein's cities
Immerse yourself in the magical Christmas season in the cities of Schleswig-Holstein! Festively decorated streets, atmospheric Christmas markets and a variety of winter events transform Schleswig-Holstein into a glowing winter wonderland. Let yourself be enchanted by the unique atmosphere during your Christmas vacation.
At Kiel's 5 Christmas markets (Holstenplatz, Asmus-Bremer-Platz, Rathausplatz, Bootshafen, Bernhard-Minetti-Platz), over 1.5 million visitors enjoy the pre-Christmas atmosphere in Kiel every year. New this year is the market at the boat harbor.
The Christmas city of the north: Lübeck shines with festively decorated alleyways, historic markets and shining Christmas stars. A magical winter atmosphere invites you to discover different Christmas worlds.
The Flensburg Christmas market with hygge, arts and crafts and indulgence in the heart of the old town.
Cozy Christmas market on the market square with a world of handcrafted gifts in the historic town hall.
The Grachtenweihnacht in Friedrichstadt enchants with festively illuminated canals, Christmas stalls and a unique atmosphere.
Hygge Christmas market at Eutin Castle with a view of the lake invites you to linger.
The Sternenzauber in Glückstadt offers atmospheric Christmas stalls, twinkling lights and a festive atmosphere in the heart of the old town.
Festively decorated stalls and countless lights: the traditional Husum Christmas market around the Tine Fountain is a highlight in the Storm city's (pre-)Christmas program.
Around 50 exhibitors await you at the Christmas market of artisans in the festively lit Fire Brigade Museum SH with lovingly handmade unique items, mulled wine and atmospheric music.
Christmas market around the Stadtwerke SH ice rink, ice parties, children's carousel, punch, bratwurst, crêpe and sweets
40 Christmas stalls offer culinary delights and gift ideas: from traditional mulled wine to coffee specialties and vegetarian options!
Small, cozy Christmas market with many stalls offering handmade gifts, festive treats and a wintery atmosphere.
On December 14 and 15, discover the castle in Advent in romantic candlelight, stroll through the four levels and enjoy homemade cakes in the atmospheric vaulted cellar.
For Santa's wake-up call on November 30, 2024, all children are invited to get Santa out of his sleep so that he can switch on the town's Christmas lights. With moderated support, the children will wake Santa up and light Bad Segeberg's festive lights together.
At the Living Advent Calendar, visitors can discover an Advent surprise in or in front of a store or office every day from December 1 to 24. The pre-Christmas season is celebrated in a special way under the motto "24 doors, 24 surprises, 24 x regional - genuinely Segeberg".
Look forward to these magical moments in the run-up to Christmas in Bad Segeberg!
At the City of Lights Eutin from November 25, 2024 to January 5, 2025, spectacular light installations will depict "life at court" and transform the city center and the city bay into staged worlds of experience. Look forward to a unique light spectacle.
Experience the Advent charm of Eutin on the Advent night watchman tour on November 30, December 7, December 14, December 21, December 28 and December 31, 2024. Accompany the night watchman by lantern light through the picturesque old town and immerse yourself in the festive atmosphere of this historic city tour. Enjoy magical moments in Eutin's Advent Old Town!
Immerse yourself in the Christmas magic of Flensburg on the city tours in November and December. Discover the old town with its fascinating stories, enjoy delicious drinks and be enchanted by sweet surprises. Experience Flensburg's festive charm in a very special way!
This year, the new "Winterhygge" will create a very special Christmas atmosphere. Families can look forward to a varied program, while children can design their own Christmas decorations during creative craft activities. Walking acts provide lively entertainment that transforms the alleyways into a magical Christmas world - an experience that delights young and old alike.
Further information about the Flensburg Christmas Market can be found here.
Immerse yourself in the "Glückstadt Advent Calendar" from 1 to 24 December 2024. Every day of Advent holds a new surprise with wintery offers, Christmas menus or a cozy get-together with cookies and tea.
Collect "Glückstadt Star Talers" from December 1 to 24, 2024 from a purchase value of €25 in participating stores and win great prizes.
Discover the traditional "Glückstadt Christmas tree bauble" with a new familiar motif. Every year, the bauble is decorated with a special Glückstadt motif and spreads a festive glow throughout the city. Celebrate the Christmas season in a special way in Glückstadt!
Further information on these highlights during the Advent season can be found here.
On November 30 and December 1, 2024, you can visit the Husum Marzipan Market in the Christmas House and enjoy the finest marzipan and other delicacies.
Also on 30 November, experience the"Weihnachtliche Schlossvergnügen" with a colorful cultural program in the festively decorated Husum Castle.
Discover the Hoyersworter Christmas market on the Advent weekends on November 30, December 1, December 14 and December 15, 2024 on the imposing estate south of Husum.
You can also experience the"Husum Christmas House" with an exhibition of special features and rarities relating to Christmas and the"Tours with the Husum night watchman" until December 17, 2024.
Enjoy a contemplative musical performance with tenor Michael Schwarz on December 8, 2024 at the "Advent Concert at the Nordfriesland Museum Nissenhaus".
Celebrate the turn of the year with the Schleswig-Holstein Symphony Orchestra's"New Year's Concert" on January 9, 2025 at the NordseeCongressCentrum at Messe Husum & Congress.
Immerse yourself in the festive atmosphere of Husum and enjoy the many Christmas events in the region.
Immerse yourself in Kieler Lichtermeer on the weekend of November 2nd and 3rd. During the day, attractive retailers and restaurateurs invite you to stroll through Kiel's city center in a Scandinavian-inspired atmosphere. When night falls, striking buildings are elaborately illuminated and set in scene. On Sunday, November 3, the stores in Kiel's city center will be open from 1 to 6 pm.
Enjoy the Stadtwerke Ice Festival from November 13, 2024 to January 12, 2025. Ice skating with a view of the water at Germaniahafen, curling, team events, company celebrations, children's birthday parties and even ice disco await you on the covered ice rink.
Experience Kiel's winter magic with the Christmas market voucher booklet and save up to 50% on the purchase of treats, drinks and gifts at selected stalls.
Enjoy a unique perspective of the Christmassy city center with the town hall tower rides at Christmas time on Thursdays to Sundays during the Christmas markets from November 21 to December 22. From a height of 67 meters, you have an incomparable panoramic view of the city and the Christmas market on Rathausplatz, while you can wave to the flying gnome Kilian in his cog.
Look forward to the TRelche in Travemünde from the end of October. The three moose Linus, Kalli and Lumi bring the light from the far north and spread a Christmassy atmosphere in the town.
From November 17 to January 1, 2024, the Travemünde Christmas Market - Ship Ahoy awaits you at Ostpreußenkai and in the cruise terminal. Discover a small Christmas world with exquisite arts and crafts, live music and culinary delights.
During the Advent season, enjoy the Christmas city tour through the "Christmas City of the North" with impressive costume tours through the UNESCO World Heritage Site decorated for Christmas.
Experience a special highlight on December 24, 2024 at Christmas Eve at the old lighthouse. Santa Claus and his angel will visit in person and hand out sweets to the young visitors.
From December 25, 2024 to January 5, 2025, the New Year's Garden - Winter Magic by the Sea in the Brügmanngarten invites you to linger, warm up and stroll through a magical winter wonderland.
Experience an unforgettable Christmas season in Lübeck and Travemünde.
From 25.11.2024 to 05.01.2025 you can skate, dance and play on the approx. 300 square meter covered ice rink - North German slippery weather can't harm the ice fun. However, it will be closed over the Christmas holidays.
Experience the Norderstedt winter fun and immerse yourself in a magical world full of festive details and winter delights!
From November 20 to December 23, 2024, Norderstedt awaits you with winter fun that will enchant the whole family. Enjoy carousel rides, hot punch, magical artists and charitable activities that will warm your heart.
On November 29, 2024, the Plön Advent season will be rung in with Plön leuchtet an. Look forward to the festive lighting of the Christmas fir tree, musical performances and a spectacular light juggling show.
On December 1, 2024, the Nikolai Church in Plön invites you to sing songs for Advent. Enjoy festive songs and the magic of Advent in a historic setting.
Experience the traditional boot hunt in Plön town center on December 6, 2024, accompanied by festive sounds and a visit from Santa Claus.
From December 12 to 19, 2024, the giant warming bottle "Wärmy" will bring a warm atmosphere to Plön town center. Enjoy cozy moments in the run-up to Christmas.
On December 21, 2024, you can stroll through Christmassy Rendsburg with Stutentrine and Margrave. The Advent walk takes you through the old town and ends with a cozy conclusion with hot punch at the Christmas market "De Lütte Wiehnacht".
Enjoy the pre-Christmas atmosphere on the Advent walks on November 30, December 7 and December 14, 2024. Discover the city, visit St. Mary's Church, listen to atmospheric readings in the Old Town Hall and end the evening with punch at the Christmas market.
Learn to skate on the Stadtwerke SH ice rink at the skating courses on November 30, December 7, December 14, December 21, 2024 and January 4, 2025. Beginner and advanced courses are offered, each with a course fee and rental fee for skates. Get ready for some winter fun on the ice!
All year round
Directly on the swing bridge with a view of the masts of the traditional sailing ships in the museum harbor, Fangfrisch offers products from the region, delicious wines, fish dishes and fish sandwiches.
Winter
In Kiel, from mid-November to mid-January, the Stadtwerke Ice Festival directly on the Ostseekai with ice skate rental, ice skating and curling invites young and old to enjoy hours of fun.
Winter
From November to January, Eutin shines in a very special glow: spectacular light installations depict the former life at court and the history of Eutin, transforming the town center, the town bay and the castle park into impressively staged worlds of experience.
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It is one of the most traditional museums on the west coast of Schleswig-Holstein and is worth a visit all year round: at the Nordfriesland Museum. Nissenhaus, located in the harbor town of Husum, you can immerse yourself in life at and with the sea - from devastating storm surges, dyke construction and coastal protection to the fascinating legend of Rungholt. You will also gain astonishing insights into the historic home culture of North Friesland.
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Glide 40 meters above the NOK with an incomparable view of the city and listen to the history and technical details of the high bridge.
All year round
Brewed with water from Neumünster, the Wittorf brewery offers a range of in-house beers all year round. During entertaining craft beer tastings, you will receive exciting background information on the production of the individual beers and can take a look behind the scenes of the brewery.
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With more than 370 meters of sliding fun, the ARRIBA adventure pool provides excitement and the odd scream of joy all year round.
All year round
On the banks of the Flensburg Fjord, the "Five Senses" spa invites you to enjoy an exclusive time of well-being all year round. On more than 2,000 square meters over three floors, the new hideaway pampers you with various saunas, a rooftop pool, treatment and double treatment rooms, fresh air terraces and cosy retreats.
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Beautiful café in a prime lakeside location - perfect for lunch or coffee and cake time with a view of the lake.
All year round
Explore the twelve enchanted Twieten, the "narrow alleyways", of Plön's old town on a beautiful one-hour evening tour. The evening tour can be booked all year round. In the dark season, you will be equipped with lanterns for your walk through the dreamy old town.
Winter
Glückstädter Matjes is a North German delicacy made from fresh herring. With their delicate consistency and mild seasoning, the matjes fillets are a delight for gourmets. The winter matjes is matured with sandalwood, cinnamon and pepper before being served with marzipan to create a harmonious pre-Christmas starter.
