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Welcome to the Bottroper Weihnachtszauber 2026 in Bottrop
From 12 November to 20 December 2026, the city centre of Bottrop transforms into a festive Christmas village on weekends. On Ernst-Wilczok-Platz in front of the historic town hall, Mensingplatz and along Hansastraße, the Bottroper Weihnachtszauber offers a cosy family meeting place in the heart of the Ruhr area with tradition, crafts and winter atmosphere.
Highlights & Attractions at Bottroper Weihnachtszauber in Bottrop
- Traditional Anglühen on 12 and 13 November with official opening by the mayor
- Two ice stock lanes for hire plus the 5th Autohaus Borgmann Eisstock Cup and 3rd children’s ice stock cup
- Arts and crafts, local associations and creative exhibitors
- Mulled wine stalls, culinary treats and the popular Glühweinhütte of the Mann family
- Traubenhütte – festively decorated tent with Santa’s letterbox and a giant nutcracker
- Family programme with crafting, Christmas bauble painting, play mobile and nostalgic children’s carousel
- Live music, interactive activities, theme days and Sparkasse communal singing
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Program & Schedule: What to Expect in 2026
The Bottroper Weihnachtszauber runs from 12 November to 20 December 2026. On Rathausplatz (Ernst-Wilczok-Platz) the market opens Thursdays and Fridays from 17:00–22:00, Saturdays 15:00–22:00 and Sundays 15:00–20:00. Along Hansastraße and on Mensingplatz hours are longer: Monday to Friday 11:00–21:00, Saturdays 11:00–21:00 and Sundays 15:00–20:00 (Totensonntag 22 November: 18:00–20:00). Highlights include the Anglühen on 12 and 13 November and the Abglühen on 19 and 20 December. The programme features live music, activities for children and adults, bauble painting and ice stock lanes.
Tickets & Admission for Bottroper Weihnachtszauber Bottrop
Admission to the Bottroper Weihnachtszauber 2026 is free. Ice stock lanes can be booked by the hour from 30 Euro. Registration for the Eisstock Cup and children’s cup is available online. Check the official website for the latest details and bookings.
Visitor Tips: Travel & Accommodation in Bottrop
- Public transport is recommended – the market is centrally located in the city centre and easily accessible.
- Wear warm, weatherproof clothing and sturdy shoes as the market is outdoors.
- Book accommodation in Bottrop and the surrounding area early, especially for weekends and the opening days.
- Families should plan time for crafting activities and the play mobile – ideal for children.
- Enjoy the food stalls and the special atmosphere inside the Traubenhütte.
Note: The information on this page was researched at the time of writing and may have changed since then (e.g. date, venue, or program). Visit the organizer's official website →
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