Adventszauber Scharrel 2026
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Adventszauber Scharrel 2026

Christmas Market in Saterland on the 2nd Sunday of Advent — December 6, 2026

Saterland — Landkreis Cloppenburg (03453)
Dates 06 Dec — 06 Dec 2026
Venue Saterland (03453)
Prices Free
Status

About Adventszauber Scharrel

Adventszauber Scharrel is the traditional Christmas market of the municipality of Saterland. On the 2nd Sunday of Advent, December 6, 2026, the Scharrel Riding and Leisure Facility at Hauptstraße 228 invites you to a festive Advent afternoon from around 1:00 PM to 6:00 PM. Over 30 exhibitors offer crafts, culinary specialties, and gift ideas, plus a carousel, pony rides, and a visit from St. Nicholas.

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Advent Atmosphere in Saterland

The Adventszauber Scharrel is one of the largest and most popular Christmas experiences in Saterland. The venue is the Scharrel Riding and Leisure Facility at Hauptstraße 228 — a spacious area that transforms into an Advent-themed experience landscape.

2nd Advent — Sunday, December 6, 2026

The 2026 event takes place on Sunday, December 6 (2nd Sunday of Advent), from around 1:00 PM to 6:00 PM. The afternoon timing is ideal for families who want to combine their Advent outing with mulled wine, baked apples, and a gift hunt.

Over 30 Exhibitors

The market offers over 30 exhibitors: arts and crafts, Advent decorations, nativity scenes, wood carvings, knitted and felt items, jewelry, natural cosmetics. Plus culinary offerings: mulled wine, Feuerzangenbowle (mulled wine with rum), bratwurst, crêpes, roasted almonds, gingerbread.

Family Program

For children, there is a carousel, pony rides, and a visit from St. Nicholas, who traditionally walks through the market and distributes small gifts. The riding and leisure facility provides plenty of space and covered areas for cozy breaks.

Saterland — Own Language, Own Culture

The municipality of Saterland in the Cloppenburg district is famous for its cultural uniqueness: Saterland Frisian (Seeltersk) is spoken here — one of the smallest language communities in Europe with about 2,000 speakers. This linguistic independence gives the Saterland festivals a special character and makes every visit a cultural experience.

Adventszauber Scharrel — edition 2026

Adventszauber Scharrel on the 2nd Sunday of Advent, December 6, 2026. Christmas market at the Scharrel Riding and Leisure Facility, Hauptstraße 228, Saterland. Over 30 exhibitors, carousel, pony rides, St. Nicholas, food stalls. Free admission.

Key Details

  • Date: Sunday, December 6, 2026 (2nd Advent)
  • Time: approx. 1:00 PM–6:00 PM
  • Location: Scharrel Riding and Leisure Facility, Hauptstraße 228, 26683 Saterland
  • Exhibitors: 30+
  • Admission: Free

Programme Adventszauber Scharrel 2026

2026 Program — Typical Schedule

The exact 2026 program will be published by the organizer in late autumn. The structure follows the proven key points of previous years:

  • 1:00 PM — Market opens, Adventszauber begins
  • Afternoon — over 30 stalls with arts and crafts, Advent decorations, jewelry, natural products
  • Family Offerings — Carousel, pony rides, children's activities
  • St. Nicholas Visit — St. Nicholas walks through the market and gives gifts to children
  • All-day Culinary Delights — Mulled wine, Feuerzangenbowle, bratwurst, crêpes, gingerbread, roasted almonds
  • approx. 6:00 PM — Winding down

Highlights Adventszauber Scharrel 2026

Adventszauber on the 2nd Advent in Scharrel: 30+ stalls, carousel, pony rides, St. Nicholas — family Christmas market in Saterland.

Prices Adventszauber Scharrel 2026

Free admission

Practical information — Adventszauber Scharrel

Getting There

Scharrel Riding and Leisure Facility, Hauptstraße 228, 26683 Saterland. Via the A 29 towards Saterland. Parking available in the immediate vicinity.

Admission

Free admission. Carousel, pony rides, and food and drink are subject to charge.

Tip

Combine the 2nd Sunday of Advent with the Adventszauber in the morning (Strücklingen or Bösel) — a full Advent day in the region.

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Folk traditions Family Free Landkreis Cloppenburg