Heinzel's Winter Fairy Tale is a unique Christmas market experience that takes place in the heart of Cologne's Old Town. Spread across the Alter Markt and Heumarkt squares, this cozy event puts the legend of Cologne's Heinzelmännchen in the spotlight. It offers a variety of themed alleyways and presents artisans from all over Europe showcasing their skills. A special highlight of this Christmas market is the spectacular ice skating rink on the Heumarkt, which offers an unforgettable experience for all visitors. Heinzels Wintermärchen is open until January 4, 2026 and offers a perfect opportunity to enjoy the festive atmosphere in Cologne.
Free of charge
Event location
| 23.11.2026 - 10.01.2027 |
| Monday 23.11.2026 | 11:00 - 22:00 hours |
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Important information about the event
Date Time Monday, 23 Nov 2026 11:00 - 22:00 hours Tuesday, 24 Nov 2026 11:00 - 22:00 hours Wednesday, 25 Nov 2026 11:00 - 22:00 hours Thursday, 26 Nov 2026 11:00 - 22:00 hours Friday, 27 Nov 2026 11:00 - 22:00 hours Saturday, 28 Nov 2026 11:00 - 22:00 hours Sunday, 29 Nov 2026 11:00 - 22:00 hours Monday, 30 Nov 2026 11:00 - 22:00 hours Tuesday, 1 Dec 2026 11:00 - 22:00 hours Wednesday, 2 Dec 2026 11:00 - 22:00 hours Thursday, 3 Dec 2026 11:00 - 22:00 hours Friday, 4 Dec 2026 11:00 - 22:00 hours Saturday, 5 Dec 2026 11:00 - 22:00 hours Sunday, 6 Dec 2026 11:00 - 22:00 hours Monday, 7 Dec 2026 11:00 - 22:00 hours Tuesday, 8 Dec 2026 11:00 - 22:00 hours Wednesday, 9 Dec 2026 11:00 - 22:00 hours Thursday, 10 Dec 2026 11:00 - 22:00 hours Friday, 11 Dec 2026 11:00 - 22:00 hours Saturday, 12 Dec 2026 11:00 - 22:00 hours Sunday, 13 Dec 2026 11:00 - 22:00 hours Monday, 14 Dec 2026 11:00 - 22:00 hours Tuesday, 15 Dec 2026 11:00 - 22:00 hours Wednesday, 16 Dec 2026 11:00 - 22:00 hours Thursday, 17 Dec 2026 11:00 - 22:00 hours Friday, 18 Dec 2026 11:00 - 22:00 hours Saturday, 19 Dec 2026 11:00 - 22:00 hours Sunday, 20 Dec 2026 11:00 - 22:00 hours Monday, 21 Dec 2026 11:00 - 22:00 hours Tuesday, 22 Dec 2026 11:00 - 22:00 hours Wednesday, 23 Dec 2026 11:00 - 22:00 hours Saturday, 26 Dec 2026 11:00 - 22:00 hours Sunday, 27 Dec 2026 11:00 - 22:00 hours Monday, 28 Dec 2026 11:00 - 22:00 hours Tuesday, 29 Dec 2026 11:00 - 22:00 hours Wednesday, 30 Dec 2026 11:00 - 22:00 hours Thursday, 31 Dec 2026 11:00 - 21:00 hours Friday, 1 Jan 2027 11:00 - 21:00 hours Saturday, 2 Jan 2027 11:00 - 21:00 hours Sunday, 3 Jan 2027 11:00 - 21:00 hours Monday, 4 Jan 2027 11:00 - 21:00 hours Tuesday, 5 Jan 2027 11:00 - 21:00 hours Wednesday, 6 Jan 2027 11:00 - 21:00 hours Thursday, 7 Jan 2027 11:00 - 21:00 hours Friday, 8 Jan 2027 11:00 - 21:00 hours Saturday, 9 Jan 2027 11:00 - 21:00 hours Sunday, 10 Jan 2027 11:00 - 21:00 hours - Christmas market: free admission Ice skating: adults from € 7,50 (Köln-Pass), children from € 5,00 (children’s day)Rent of skates costs a fee.
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Event location
Heumarkt und Alter MarktHeumarkt und Alter Markt 50667 Köln
