From the end of November to 22 December, the globally unique green sandstone ensemble "Altstadt Soest" forms the impressive backdrop for one of the most beautiful Christmas markets in the whole country. While countless stars provide the entire market square with its pretty half-timbered houses with an indescribable firmament and add an extra sparkle to the cathedral square next to the impressive Romanesque tower of St. Patrokli, elsewhere the tower of St. Petri and the historic town hall form the impressive backdrop for the Christmas market. At the romantic Vreithof, the stalls wind their way along quaint, invitingly illuminated rows of half-timbered houses.
Each of the historic squares creates a beautiful and atmospheric panorama in its own way, which complements the Soest Christmas market in a special way. This atmosphere gives the event its special charm and has made it famous far beyond the region's borders. Traditionally, the Soest retail trade also invites visitors to a Sunday open for business on the second weekend of Advent from 1 p.m. to 6 p.m.
Environmental awareness and sustainabilityThe
Wirtschaft und Marketing Soest GmbH, as the organizer, set out over ten years ago to switch to energy-saving LED lighting. This was achieved within just a few years and has now been implemented 100%.In the mid-1990s, Soest was one of the first in Germany to introduce a plastic cup taboo for cold and hot drinks at its various major events. The use of reusable crockery is now mandatory for stall operators at the Soest Christmas market.
25.11. - 22.12.2024
Daily from 11 am to 8 pm
Fri/ Sat until 9 pm
*Gastronomy stands may open until 10 pm at their own discretion and may close earlier depending on weather conditions