Else-am-See-Christmas Market Schüttorf
Edition 2026 Gastronomy Folk traditions Family

Else-am-See-Christmas Market Schüttorf

Atmospheric Christmas market on the 3rd Advent weekend directly on the Quendorfer See with arts and crafts and children's activities

Schüttorf — Landkreis Grafschaft Bentheim (03456)
Dates 10 Dec — 13 Dec 2026
Venue Schüttorf (03456)
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About Else am See

The Else-am-See-Christmas Market traditionally takes place on the 3rd Advent weekend directly on the banks of the Quendorfer See in Schüttorf. In an atmospheric setting on Drievordener Straße, exhibitors offer arts and crafts, original gift ideas, and regional culinary delights. The lakeside location, often emphasized with light effects during the season, makes the market a special Advent experience in the Grafschaft Bentheim region. Children can decorate Christmas cookies free of charge on Sunday from 2 PM to 5 PM. The market charges an entrance fee of €7 per person; children under 10 are free.

Advent Market Directly on the Quendorfer See

Few Christmas markets in the region can boast such a poetic backdrop: The Else-am-See-Christmas Market is located directly on the banks of the Quendorfer See in Schüttorf. Lighting on the water, reflecting lights, and the tranquility of the location make the market a special Advent experience.

Arts and Crafts and Gift Ideas

The market focuses on arts and crafts and original gift ideas. Exhibitors from the region offer jewelry, ceramics, textiles, woodwork, and other crafts that are valued more highly for gifting than mass-produced items from large Christmas chains.

Culinary Delights and Mulled Wine

Mulled wine, cocoa, hot punches, bratwurst, crêpes, and Advent pastries accompany the market visit. The catering follows established Advent traditions.

Children's Activity on Sunday

A special feature is the free children's activity on Sunday from 2 PM to 5 PM: Cookie decorating for the youngest visitors creates market moments that families will fondly remember.

Admission Model

The Else-am-See-Christmas Market charges an entrance fee of €7 per person. Children under 10 are free. This model enables a high-quality curation and lighting concept and distinguishes the market from many free Advent markets in the region.

Else am See — edition 2026

The Else-am-See-Christmas Market 2026 traditionally takes place on the 3rd Advent weekend; the exact date will likely span from December 10th to 13th, 2026, and will be confirmed by the organizer Else am See in autumn 2026. On the banks of the Quendorfer See, exhibitors offer arts and crafts, gift ideas, and culinary delights. Children under 10 receive free admission, while all other visitors pay €7 per person. A free cookie decorating activity for children takes place on Sunday from 2 PM to 5 PM.

The exact program for 2026 will be published by the organizer in autumn. The structure will follow the proven cornerstones of previous years.

Programme Else am See 2026

Thursday and Friday (3rd Advent)

  • Market setup and evening opening
  • After-work mulled wine by the water
  • Live acoustic sets

Saturday

  • Full operation of market stalls
  • Arts and crafts and gift ideas
  • Atmospheric lighting on Quendorfer See
  • Evening market program

Sunday — Family Day

  • Family program in the morning
  • 2 PM-5 PM: free cookie decorating for children
  • Musical accents in the afternoon
  • Market wind-down in the evening

The complete program for 2026 will be published by Else am See on elseamsee.de.

Highlights Else am See 2026

  • Location directly on Quendorfer See
  • Atmospheric light and ambiance concept
  • Curated arts and crafts
  • Free cookie decorating for children Sun 2 PM-5 PM
  • Children under 10 free admission

Prices Else am See 2026

€7 per person, children under 10 free. Food and drinks are paid for separately.

Practical information — Else am See

Location

Else am See, Drievordener Straße 95, 48465 Schüttorf (on Quendorfer See)

Date 2026

3rd Advent weekend, probably December 10th to 13th, 2026 (exact date to be confirmed)

Admission

€7 per person, children under 10 free

Children's Activity

Sunday 2 PM-5 PM: free cookie decorating

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Gastronomy Folk traditions Family Art crafts Crafts Landkreis Grafschaft Bentheim