Traditional St. Martin's Market with the World's Largest St. Martin's Lantern in Borsum, a district of Harsum
The Martinsmarkt is based on the Catholic customs surrounding Saint Martin. In Borsum, it is traditionally celebrated on the Sunday before November 11th. The Borsumer Kaspel local history association has been organizing the market for years, developing a market structure that combines tradition and good market quality.
Over 50 exhibitors offer regionally produced crafts, Advent decorations, autumn gifts, culinary specialties, and small snacks. Mulled wine, punch, soups, bratwurst, and grilled dishes ensure culinary well-being. The Heinrich-Ruhen-Platz is festively illuminated, and the center of the market often forms a communal area with music and performances.
Borsum is one of the largest districts of the municipality of Harsum, located in the Hildesheim region. The world's largest St. Martin's lantern is a local specialty: it is erected before the market and announces the event from afar. This symbol makes the Borsum Martinsmarkt a unique brand among the markets in the region.
For 26 years now, the Borsumer Kaspel local history association has been inviting people to the Martinsmarkt. Over the years, it has grown into an event that holds a firm place among the autumn markets in the region.
The exact detailed program for 2026 (participants, specific program items) will be published by the organizer in the autumn. The structure follows the proven cornerstones of previous years: opening at 11 AM, continuous market operation, musical program items throughout the day, appearance of the world's largest St. Martin's lantern, and a cozy end in the late afternoon.
The 26th Martinsmarkt Borsum will take place on Sunday, November 8, 2026, starting at 11:00 AM.
Heinrich-Ruhen-Platz, Borsum, district of the municipality of Harsum (31177).
Free admission. Food, drinks, and goods at market prices.
Borsum is accessible from Hildesheim via the B6 and the L411. Parking spaces will be designated in the market area.
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