Sailor Christmas in Wismar: Festival for Lights and Art Market on Advent!

Sailor Christmas in Wismar: Festival for Lights and Art Market on Advent!

on the third Advent, December 15, 2024, the city of Wismar is expecting a fascinating spectacle: the traditional sailor Christmas is celebrated in the old harbor as a maritime Christmas market. Numerous visitors can look forward to festively decorated ships, cozy campfires and hot mulled wine. Central events are a maritime prayer and the light trip on the Poeler Kogge "Wissemara", which underline the festive atmosphere, as the Seemannsweihnacht-page reports. The celebrations begin at 2 p.m. and end at 8 p.m., which offers both locals and tourists the opportunity to enjoy this unique event.

The event is more than just a Christmas market; It also represents a tribute to old traditions. The seaman's Christmas, which is now organized for the 18th time, has its roots in the customs of the local fishermen who stood out around December 20 with torches to thank you for a good fishing. Surrounded by historical traditional ships and the view of the port, numerous stands offer all kinds of delicacies and gifts, such as the Ostsee-Zeitung For art lovers there will be an art market with regional artists from December 13th to 15th in the St. Georgen Church.

In addition, a pop-up store in the underlined butcher's shop will offer special creative work, including unique prints and jewelry. This will be open until Sunday and represents a platform for students from the Wismar University of Applied Sciences to show their talent. Music and social gatherings are also offered to visitors, including an Ella performance in the Wismar Theater and the chamber choir "Perlmutt". The anticipation of an unforgettable weekend at the old harbor is great!