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Christmas magic in Hildesheim: traditions, markets and lights trip!
Discover the festive traditions of the Christmas country party in Hildesheim on December 7th, 2025 - an experience for young and old.
Christmas magic in Hildesheim: traditions, markets and lights trip!
It's getting Christmassy in Hildesheim! On Sunday, December 7th, 2025, visitors can look forward to the Christmas country party which is led by the presenter Heike Götz. From 1:45 p.m. to 3:15 p.m., traditional customs and festive highlights are on the program, allowing you to experience the city's very special atmosphere during Advent.
Particular attention is paid to this Hildesheim Christmas market, which attracts both locals and guests to the tranquil city center. With around 60 lovingly decorated stalls, aromatic scents and an impressive Christmas pyramid on the historic market square, it offers a feast for the senses on every corner.
Traditions and tastes
A highlight of the television program will be a visit to the Christmas market, which takes place on the market square and on the An der Lilie square. Here you can buy Christmas items in small, half-timbered wooden huts and enjoy the winter atmosphere created by several large fir trees and a 10-meter-high Christmas tree in front of the bone cutter's office building.
Another delicacy of the Christmas country party are theHildesheim light trips, a colorful motorcade dedicated to the valuable work of emergency services workers. This campaign brings people together and gives the city a festive light.
Ecological and culinary
A must for anyone interested is a visit to Ulrich Kulle, a former forester, who explains the organic cultivation of Christmas trees. Mixed crops without pesticides and Shropshire sheep are used as natural lawn mowers. This not only has ecological benefits, but also shows how nature can contribute to the Christmas season.
For lovers of regional cuisine, qualified biologist Carsten Bothe offers a special preparation of kale with meat and sausages on an open wood fire. A culinary experience that invites viewers directly into the Christmas kitchen in Hildesheim!
Culture and crafts
An additional highlight of the program will be the exploration of the art treasures of Hildesheim Cathedral and the Cathedral Museum under the direction of Auxiliary Bishop Heinz-Günter Bongartz. Here, viewers will immerse themselves in the fascinating history and cultural significance of the city. The creative work is also visible in the production of napkin holders with jewelry designer Marit Bindernagel - a real insight into the craftsmanship of the region.
Last but not least will be theYellow Tower ObservatoryVisited at Galgenberg, where exciting information about the Three Kings and the famous Star of Bethlehem is provided. This closes the circle between tradition, nature and cuisine, and viewers can enjoy the anticipation of Christmas to the fullest.
Discover the festive diversity of Hildesheim and let yourself be enchanted by a Christmas experience that will brighten the hearts of both locals and guests!