Bad Bederkesa Christmas Market at the Castle 2026

Advent within Medieval Walls

Few Christmas markets in Northern Germany boast such an impressive setting: The Bad Bederkesa Christmas Market at the Castle takes place in the courtyard of Museum Burg Bederkesa — a medieval moated castle dating back to the 14th century. The event is organized by Museum Burg Bederkesa and the town of Geestland.

3rd Advent Weekend — December 13th to 15th, 2026

Please note: The original date range extends around the 3rd Advent weekend. For 2026, the dates are Friday, December 13th (Note: December 13th, 2026 is a Sunday; the exact weekend will be confirmed by the town of Geestland in advance — the event runs Friday–Sunday on the 3rd Advent weekend). Opening hours:

• Friday: 3:00 PM–7:00 PM
• Saturday: 11:30 AM–7:00 PM
• Sunday: 11:30 AM–7:00 PM

High-Quality Craft Stalls

The market offers focus on high-quality crafts:

• Ceramics — handmade bowls, cups, pitchers
• Jewelry — goldsmith and silversmith work
• Glass — blown glass, Advent decorations
• Spices — oriental and Mediterranean specialties
• Jams and regional specialties

Storyteller in the Kaminzimmer

A special program highlight on Saturday: Storyteller in the Kaminzimmer of the castle. Children (and adults) can listen to old fairy tales in a historic ambiance — a magical Advent experience.

Burg Bederkesa — 14th Century Moated Castle

Burg Bederkesa is one of the few well-preserved moated castles in the Cuxland region. Today, it houses an important local history museum and is a landmark of the spa town of Bad Bederkesa. During Advent, it transforms into an atmospheric stage for a market that clearly distinguishes itself from mass-produced goods.

Bad Bederkesa — Spa Town with History

Bad Bederkesa is one of the districts of the town of Geestland and a historic spa resort. With its castle, Bederkesa Lake, spa park, and Amtsstraße, it offers a concentrated mix of culture, nature, and history — a day-trip destination with a distinct character.