Schloss in gelb. im Vordergrund Blumen
Tourismus NRW e.V., Schloss Dyck in Jüchen
Fachwerk-Ensemble im Herbst im LWL-Freilichtmuseum Hagen
LWL, Fachwerk-Ensemble im Herbst im LWL-Freilichtmuseum Hagen

Farmers' markets, festivals and country walks

The most beautiful autumn markets

The colourful leaves, fresh air and cosy atmosphere make autumn perfect for a visit to one of the many autumn markets in your NRW. Here you can not only sample regional specialities, but also discover arts and crafts, enjoy colourful lights and maybe even pick up a bargain or two. Whether it's imposing castles, idyllic parks and gardens or pretty old towns - autumn shows its best side in many places in NRW. Here you will find our top selection of markets.

Autumn market in the Bad Sassendorf spa gardens
Metal birds with top hats and glasses welcome you to the craftsmen's and farmers' market in Bad Sassendorf.
A-SM, Anja Cord, Metal birds with top hats and glasses welcome you to the craftsmen's and farmers' market in Bad Sassendorf.
Kurpark Bad Sassendorf, Bad Sassendorf
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  • Autumn market in the Bad Sassendorf spa gardens

    Metal birds with top hats and glasses welcome you to the craftsmen's and farmers' market in Bad Sassendorf.
    Kurpark Bad Sassendorf, Bad Sassendorf
    Date : 10. Oct 2026 - 11. Oct 2026
    The autumn market in the spa park of the saltwater and moor spa is a real treat: the focus is on agricultural products and the Westphalian way of life.
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  • Autumn at Dyck Castle

    Dyck Castle in Jüchen presents itself with flowers in the foreground.
    Stiftung Schloss Dyck, Jüchen
    Date : 9. Oct 2026 - 11. Oct 2026
    Autumn at Dyck Castle in Jüchen offers beautiful, tasty and entertaining things from the Lower Rhine region over two weekends.
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  • Lennestadt lights up

    An illuminated winding tower in Lennestadt shines in green light at night.
    Stadtmarketing Lennestadt e.V., Lennestadt
    Date : 16. Oct 2026 - 18. Oct 2026
    Discover Lennestadt by night: Light installations and illuminations in the town and its surroundings light up the sights.
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  • Freudenberg Autumn & Medieval Market

    View of the old town of Freudenberg, called Alter Flecken, in autumn
    Kurpark Freudenberg, Freudenberg
    Date : 17. Oct 2026 - 18. Oct 2026
    The autumn and medieval market in Freudenberg is another reason to visit the tranquil old town in Siegen-Wittgenstein.
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