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Oldenburg: Your insider tip for the holiday on November 1st!
Discover Oldenburg on the public holiday, November 1st, 2025. An insider tip for shopping and culture in Lower Saxony.
Oldenburg: Your insider tip for the holiday on November 1st!
On November 1st, 2025, people in North Rhine-Westphalia will enjoy a public holiday on which shops will remain closed. But why not take the opportunity and plan a trip to the charming city of Oldenburg, Lower Saxony? In this city with around 173,000 inhabitants, harbor idylls, shopping opportunities and historical sights are waiting to be discovered. How ruhr24 reports, Oldenburg is an insider tip for anyone who wants to escape the hustle and bustle of the Ruhr area.
Getting there from Dortmund is straightforward: you can get to Oldenburg via the A1, although you have to change to the A29 at Alhorner Heide. Alternatively, you can travel comfortably with Deutsche Bahn, for example from Dortmund to Bremen and then on to Oldenburg - the journey only takes around two and a half hours in total. This trip is worth it not only because of the city itself, but also because the kale season begins in November, making Oldenburg a particularly tempting destination.
Explore Oldenburg!
Oldenburg impresses with its impressive red brick architecture, which underlines the historic charm of the city. The highlights include the oldest building, the “Lappan”, the Graf Anton Günther House, the old town hall and the St. Lamberti Church. These buildings are not only a feast for the eyes, they also invite you to explore the city on foot. The well-preserved old town and the beautiful castle gardens are within walking distance and offer numerous photo opportunities.
Particular attention is paid to the Schlosshöfe shopping center, which houses a variety of shops and dining options. In addition to numerous owner-managed boutiques, visitors will also find small, inviting cafés that invite you to linger. Tempting restaurants and the wonderful view of the harbor round off the offering and make Oldenburg the perfect shopping and relaxation destination for the holiday die-nachrichten.net supplemented.
Public holidays in Lower Saxony
One of the few holidays on which shops remain closed is November 1st, which is one more reason to visit Oldenburg on this day. The city offers pleasant opportunities to enjoy your free time and recover from the hustle and bustle of everyday life.