Christkindlmarkt Lichterzauber Tostedt

Park Am Sande as an Advent Setting

The Park Am Sande in Tostedt is a green space in the town center, offering a special backdrop for the Advent market with its tree groups, paths, and clearings. The stalls are arranged to allow visitors to move through the park in a relaxed atmosphere. The light installation with fairy lights, illumination of the treetops, and atmospheric accents gives the market its name.

Töster Kreis e.V. as Organizer

The Töster Kreis e.V. is an association of committed citizens from Tostedt who promote cultural and social life in the municipality. The association revived the Christkindlmarkt in 2024 — the response to the relaunch was significant, leading to its establishment as an annual event on the first weekend of Advent.

Arts and Crafts, Culinary Delights, and Mulled Wine

The market offers high-quality regional arts and crafts: ceramics, jewelry, textiles, woodwork, and gift items are available. The culinary offerings range from bratwurst, crêpes, and sweet classics to vegetarian specialties. Mulled wine, punch, and hot drinks are standard at Advent markets and contribute to the typical atmosphere.

Small Stage Program

On both market days, a small stage program provides musical accents. Choirs, brass ensembles, Advent music, and occasional performances by local schools or clubs bring the Christmas message to the stage. This musical accompaniment lends the market its Advent depth.

Embedded in the Municipality of Tostedt

The municipality of Tostedt includes, in addition to Tostedt itself, other communities such as Dohren, Halvesbostel, Heidenau, Königsmoor, Otter, Tostedt, Welle, and Wistedt. The Christkindlmarkt is one of the most important community-building events for the entire municipality and attracts visitors from the entire western district of Harburg.