It’s that time of year again, when the cold winter blows in, and everyone is looking forward to Christmas at last. What better way to join in the festivities this year than by heading for some pre-Christmas shopping at the Christmas market in the seaside town of Bremerhaven!

Cosy Christmas shopping

The glowing lights and stunning stalls of the Christmas Market Bremerhaven provide the perfect backdrop for Christmas shopping, with numerous booths cropping up all across the city, selling food, handmade gifts and other Christmas treats.

The whole of Bremerhaven city centre will be magnificently decorated for the occasion. Expect Christmas trees, twinkling lights and festive garb all around as the seaside town transforms itself into a Christmas paradise for the whole family. 

Handmade gifts for everyone 

A variety of stalls will be on hand to provide both locals and visitors from further afield with beautiful trinkets, perfect for giving as Christmas gifts. From homemade foods to intricate decorations, this market offers everything you need to truly get into the festive spirit ahead of the national holiday.

And if all this shopping tires you out - or if the drifting smells of mulled wine, candied fruits, cotton candy and other regional delicacies prove irresistible - stalls will be on hand to provide ample refreshment.

Don't forget St. Nicholas

Experience the magical St. Nicholas parade on Friday, 6 December at 5pm in Bremerhaven's city centre! The parade starts at the Große Kirche and leads to Theodor-Heuss-Platz.

Look forward to impressive walk acts, including the sparkling runners “Glowing Angels” and the Cookie Monster, who will accompany the parade. Christmas music will create the right atmosphere and, at the end, Santa Claus will hand out little surprises to the children.

Attending Bremerhaven Christmas market

Ready to drift away on a tide of mulled wine and gingerbread? The Bremerhaven Christmas market is free to attend and promises festive cheer all round! Parking in the city centre is limited, so it is recommended to use public transport to get there. And since Bremerhaven is the only German city directly on the North Sea, the weather is likely to be chilly - so make sure you wrap up warm! 

For more information, including directions, please visit the Bremerhaven official website.