Kettwig Advent Village

On an Advent weekend in the pre-Christmas season, the historic old town of Essen-Kettwig into a festively decorated Christmas village. Between the church, the weavers' fountain and Petershof, a backdrop is created that combines tradition and community.

Lovingly decorated Christmas market stalls offering handcrafted goods, gift ideas, and culinary specialties attract visitors to Kettwig's old town during the Advent season. Visitors can stroll through the festively decorated Advent village and shop for Christmas gifts – a delightful pre-Christmas blend of Christmas market and local restaurants and shops.

Musical highlights such as gospel concerts, brass ensembles, and choir performances will create a special atmosphere. The festive opening ceremony with the trombone choir and the illumination of the Moravian Star will bathe the old town in magical light. Children can look forward to free craft activities and hands-on events.

There are plenty of facilities for visitors Parking spaces Parking is available around the old town – including at Bürgermeister-Fiedler-Platz, Petershof, and along Ruhrstraße. Thanks to good bus and train connections, and possibly rail replacement services, the Advent village is also easily accessible by public transport.

Many visitors praised the special atmosphere: "A Christmas market without excessive commercialism, but with plenty of heart and culture." Others emphasized the family-like atmosphere: "You can feel the sense of community and the attention to detail." One thing is certain: A Christmas market in the alleys of Kettwig's old town has a particularly cozy atmosphere. And if it snows, that's just the icing on the cake.

At the Kettwig Advent Village The scent of mulled wine and roasted almonds mingles with the sounds of choirs and instruments. The warm glow of Christmas lights illuminates encounters with people who are preparing for Advent together.