Schloss Neuhaus Winterzauber

The Schloss Neuhaus Christmas event is on this weekend.

From the 6th -8th December the castle, courtyard and gardens are transformed

This is a market which fully makes use of the castle and the garden to host stalls with boutique handmade Christmas themed craft gifts.

A smaller event right on our doorstep which is always a treat after dark and the lights come on. The event is open on the following times, entry is free.Opening hours:

• Fri December 6th: 3 pm - 9 pm
• Sat December 7th: 1 pm - 9 pm
• Sun December 8th: 11 am - 7 pm

Flying Santa - Where he can be seen this year

Watching Santa travel across the world on Christmas eve has become a tradition for many families. 

Whilst we wait for NORAD to confirm when and where Santa's sleigh will be visible on Christmas Eve.  Here are two options to catch sight of Santa right here in Germany and not too far away. 

Bochum and Herford both show full a full flying Santa experience at their Christmas markets. 

Suspended above the markets  Santa and the reindeer fly across the town squares, with music and lights to complete the show. 

Bochum

A 1hr 35 min drive from Sennelager you can see Santa on his flying sleigh daily at 17:00 & 19:00 on Dr.-Ruer-Platz. There are additional flights on Friday, Saturday and Sunday.

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Herford

A 37 min drive from Sennelager. Herford offers a twice daily Santa flying at 17.00 & 19.00.

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