Herbstmarkt im Hafen Fedderwardersiel
Regional farmers' and craft market in the crab cutter harbour Fedderwardersiel — annually on October 3rd
About Herbstmarkt Hafen Fedderwardersiel
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Herbstmarkt im Hafen Fedderwardersiel — Regional Market with Harbour Scenery
The Herbstmarkt im Hafen Fedderwardersiel is one of the most unusual market events on the Lower Saxony North Sea coast. Instead of a classic city centre setting, the market takes place directly in the active crab cutter harbour of Fedderwardersiel — with the characteristic crab cutters at the quay, the water of the sluice harbour, and the wide view of the North Sea as a backdrop.
Annually on German Unity Day
The market is traditionally held on October 3rd. The public holiday makes the date a must-attend event for day-trippers from the entire region — from Bremen and Bremerhaven, Oldenburg, Brake, Wilhelmshaven to Friesland. In 2026, October 3rd falls on a Saturday, which will additionally ensure particularly high visitor numbers.
Regional Producers and Artisans
Regional farmers, direct marketers, manufacturers, and artisans from Wesermarsch and neighbouring regions present themselves at the market. The offerings range from fresh seasonal products (apples, pumpkins, potatoes, sausages, cheese, honey, preserves) to manufactured goods (liqueurs, brandies, jams, mustard) and handicrafts and maritime decorations.
Harbour Atmosphere and Food Offerings
Snack stalls with fresh crab rolls, fish specialities, and North German classics provide refreshments. Cafés and bars on the harbour quay invite visitors to linger. In mild autumn weather, visitors can experience the typical North Sea atmosphere of the golden October.
Free Admission
Admission to the Herbstmarkt is free. Market goods, food, and drinks are paid for on site. The organizer is Tourismus-Service Butjadingen.
Herbstmarkt Hafen Fedderwardersiel — edition 2026
The 2026 edition, with October 3rd falling on a Saturday, is particularly favourable — the market will benefit from the public holiday and a subsequent long weekend.
The exact exhibitor and programme overview will be published by Tourismus-Service Butjadingen in late summer.
Programme Herbstmarkt Hafen Fedderwardersiel 2026
Programme Structure 2026
The exact programme for 2026 will be published by Tourismus-Service Butjadingen in late summer. The structure will follow the proven key points of previous years:
Morning
- Opening of the Herbstmarkt in Fedderwardersiel Harbour
- Setting up of market stalls at the harbour quay
Midday
- Peak visitor numbers
- Market stalls with regional products
- Snack stalls with crab rolls and fish specialities
Afternoon
- Market operations with demonstrations by individual artisans
- Musical contributions (depending on the programme)
- Family activities
Late Afternoon
- Market closes in the early evening
Offerings
- Seasonal produce (apples, pumpkins, potatoes)
- Sausages, cheese, honey, jams, preserves
- Liqueurs, brandies, mustard, oils
- Handicrafts and maritime decoration
- Snack stalls
Highlights Herbstmarkt Hafen Fedderwardersiel 2026
- Regional farmers' and craft market on October 3rd
- Venue: active crab cutter harbour Fedderwardersiel
- Seasonal produce and manufactured goods
- Snack stalls with crab rolls and fish specialities
- Free admission
Prices Herbstmarkt Hafen Fedderwardersiel 2026
Practical information — Herbstmarkt Hafen Fedderwardersiel
Date 2026
- Saturday, October 3, 2026 (German Unity Day)
Location
- Fedderwardersiel Harbour
- Municipality of Butjadingen, 26969
- District of Wesermarsch, Lower Saxony
Organizer
- Tourismus-Service Butjadingen (TSB)
Offerings
- Regional producers: apples, pumpkins, potatoes, sausages, cheese, honey
- Manufacturers: liqueurs, brandies, jams, mustard
- Handicrafts and maritime decoration
- Snack stalls with crab rolls and fish specialities
Admission
- Free — Market goods, food, and drinks on site
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