Illustration of two small figures in winter hats and scarves with snowmen near red market stalls and a decorated tree in snow (Weihnachtsmarkt rund um das Ballenlager)

Weihnachtsmarkt rund um das Ballenlager

Hosted across the former GBS textile factory, this market features around fifty vendors presenting high-quality crafts and gift ideas in the Ballenlager and Kulturschmiede. Local model builders from the Grevener Modelleisenbahnertreff also assemble part of their model railway layout inside the Ballenlager. Visitors can settle in for mulled wine, coffee, and cake in the Kesselhaus and Karderie.

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Plan Your Visit

When

Tickets

Admission is free.

Hours

Sat 14:00–20:00; Sun 12:00–18:00.

Ages

All ages

Food & Drink

The Kesselhaus and Karderie serve mulled wine, coffee, and cake.

Going?

Location

Das Ballenlager in Greven · Friedrich-Ebert-Straße 3-5, 48268 Greven, Greven 48268 Get Directions

Local Insight & Ratings

Family Friendly

🎄 🎄 🎄 ⚪ ⚪ (3/5)

Best For

Craft shoppers and model railway enthusiasts

Vibe

Festive and cozy

Energy Level

Low

Photo Friendly

Moderate

Weather Sensitivity

Low

Tips & Advice

  • Admission is free, making it easy to browse the market without committing to a purchase.
  • Visit both the Ballenlager and Kulturschmiede to see the approximately fifty craft and gift vendors spread across the two spaces.
  • Make time for the model railway layout in the Ballenlager, assembled by members of the Grevener Modelleisenbahnertreff.
  • Use the Kesselhaus and Karderie for a pause with coffee, cake, or mulled wine during your visit.
  • On Saturday, plan your visit between 2 and 8 p.m.; Sunday hours are noon to 6 p.m., so choose accordingly.

Special Events & Promotions

  • Admission is free.

Links & Contact

Run by Greven Marketing

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Frequently Asked Questions

What can I buy?

About fifty vendors sell high-quality crafts and gift ideas in the Ballenlager and the Kulturschmiede.

Is there anything for model railway fans?

Yes. Model builders from the Grevener Modelleisenbahnertreff set up part of their layout inside the Ballenlager.

Where can I get food and drink?

Go to the Kesselhaus and the Karderie, which serve mulled wine, coffee and cake.

Is the market indoors?

Yes. It's spread across the buildings of the former GBS textile factory: the Ballenlager, Kulturschmiede, Kesselhaus and Karderie.

How can I get a stall as a vendor?

Exhibitors register online through Greven Marketing e.V., which runs sign-ups for its events.

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