Adendorf St. Martin's Market
Edition 2026 Folk traditions Folklore Family

Adendorf St. Martin's Market

Arts and crafts market around the historic Kasseler Langofen — a four-day pottery and Advent festival

Adendorf — Landkreis Lüneburg (03355)
Dates 14 Nov — 17 Nov 2026
Venue Adendorf (03355)
Prices Free
Status

About St. Martin's Market Adendorf

The Adendorfer Martinsmarkt is one of the special arts and crafts markets in the Lüneburg region. For four days, Adendorf's market square transforms into a pottery, art, and Advent market centered around the historic Kasseler Langofen — a wood-fired kiln over a hundred years old, commemorating the town's pottery tradition. Potters, glassblowers, blacksmiths, carpenters, artists, and craftspeople present their work in stalls and small workshops. Food stands, mulled wine, bratwurst, and a festive Advent atmosphere as darkness falls make the market a popular start to the Advent season in the Lüneburg district.

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Adendorf — Historic Pottery Town

Adendorf has been known for its pottery since the 19th century. The so-called Kasseler Langofen, a historically valuable wood-fired kiln, is still located in the town center, documenting the tradition of pottery craftsmanship in the area. The Martinsmarkt builds on this tradition and has been providing a platform for regional and supra-regional potters for years. The market is organized by the Association of Adendorf Traders (VAG), which cultivates the format and connects it with the town name Adendorf.

Arts and Crafts, Pottery, and Workshops

The focus is on pottery. Several Adendorf potteries open their workshops and present tableware, garden ceramics, sculptures, and special editions. In addition, exhibitors from all over northern Germany offer forged items, woodturning, jewelry, textiles, felt, leather goods, wooden toys, candles, and mosaic art. Demonstrations at the open kiln, spinning and weaving demonstrations, and hands-on activities for children complement the program. The quality of the exhibitors is deliberately focused on craftsmanship and unique handmade pieces.

Festive Atmosphere After Dark

The market deliberately takes place in the late afternoon and evening hours — from Thursday to Sunday, as darkness falls, the market square is illuminated by torches, fairy lights, and lit stalls. Mulled wine stands, bratwurst, soups, and sweet specialties expand the offerings. The Adendorfer Martinsmarkt is one of the most atmospheric regional Advent kick-offs in the Lüneburg district.

Organizers and Organization

The Association of Adendorf Traders (VAG) organizes the market with the support of the municipality and local associations. Current information on the program, special demonstrations, and the list of exhibitors are published on the market's Facebook page and at www.toepferort-adendorf.de.

St. Martin's Market Adendorf — edition 2026

The Adendorfer Martinsmarkt 2026 opens its doors from Thursday, November 14th to Sunday, November 17th, 2026, on Adendorf's market square, centered around the historic Kasseler Langofen. For four consecutive days, potters, glass artists, blacksmiths, and other craftspeople will present their work in lovingly decorated stalls. Opening hours: Thursday from 5 PM, Friday 1 PM–10 PM, Saturday 11 AM–10 PM, Sunday 1 PM–10 PM. The Association of Adendorf Traders (VAG) organizes the market — the exact exhibitor list for 2026 will be published in the fall on the market's Facebook page.

Atmosphere Over the Four Market Days

The intensive market phase begins with the opening evening on Thursday at dusk. Friday evening and the long Saturday, with market activities until 10 PM, are considered the busiest times. Sunday concludes the market in a more family-friendly and relaxed manner. Special demonstrations, hands-on activities for children, workshop visits at Adendorf potteries, and concerts are spread across all four days. The atmosphere remains consistently Advent-like and warm thanks to the lighting, fire pits, and numerous food stalls.

Programme St. Martin's Market Adendorf 2026

2026 Program Structure

The detailed 2026 program will be published by the VAG in the fall. The structure follows the proven cornerstones of previous years:

  • Thursday 14.11. from 5:00 PM — Opening evening with lighting of the Langofen, first market activities
  • Friday 15.11. 1:00 PM–10:00 PM — Full market day, atmospheric evening ambiance
  • Saturday 16.11. 11:00 AM–10:00 PM — Main market day with hands-on activities, workshop demonstrations, music
  • Sunday 17.11. 1:00 PM–10:00 PM — Wind-down with family program and market closing
  • Accompanying program — Food stalls with mulled wine, bratwurst, soups, crêpes, sweet specialties
  • Special demonstrations — Pottery demonstrations, kiln demonstrations, workshop tours

Highlights St. Martin's Market Adendorf 2026

  • Four market days around the historic Kasseler Langofen
  • High-quality pottery and crafts from the northern German region
  • Atmospheric lighting at dusk
  • Workshop demonstrations and hands-on activities for children

Prices St. Martin's Market Adendorf 2026

Free admission. Food and purchases payable.

Practical information — St. Martin's Market Adendorf

Date and Opening Hours

  • Thursday, 14.11.2026 — from 5:00 PM
  • Friday, 15.11.2026 — 1:00 PM–10:00 PM
  • Saturday, 16.11.2026 — 11:00 AM–10:00 PM
  • Sunday, 17.11.2026 — 1:00 PM–10:00 PM

Location

  • Adendorf Market Square, 21365 Adendorf
  • Around the historic Kasseler Langofen

Admission

  • Free admission
  • Food and purchases payable

Getting There

  • Car: B4 exit Adendorf, parking areas signposted nearby
  • Public Transport: Bus line from Lüneburg, stops Adendorf Mitte and Marktplatz

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