Whether it's a leisurely shopping stroll through the town center, the traditional Christmas raffle or the unique "crib market" - Kevelaer once again has a lot to offer visitors and locals in the run-up to Christmas this year. A visit to the pilgrimage town of Kevelaer is therefore particularly worthwhile in the coming weeks.
Christmas shopping in Kevelaer
When the pre-Christmas season arrives and the hustle and bustle of everyday life catches up with many of us, Kevelaer offers a welcome break from the stress of everyday life. The charming town on the Lower Rhine is known for its pilgrimage sites and sacred buildings, but it unfolds a very special magic during the Advent season. Kevelaer is the ideal destination for all those who want to escape the hustle and bustle, offering a unique blend of tradition and warmth. The historic town center in particular attracts numerous visitors with its unmistakable charm. The streets shine with festive lights and offer a variety of owner-managed stores that impress with their warmth and individual range. Here you can find unique gifts and unusual decorative items to transform your own home into a Christmas oasis. Clothing, jewelry, electronics - the stores offer everything your heart desires. Here you can browse at your leisure and discover special gifts, and the friendly atmosphere of these small stores makes shopping itself a pleasure. The whole experience is rounded off with a delicious meal in one of the many cozy cafés or restaurants.
Christmas raffle with great special prizes
The shopping experience in Kevelaer is made even sweeter in the run-up to Christmas, as the traditional Christmas raffle, a campaign organized by the Kevelaer Business Association (UVK), is taking place once again. Many retailers in Kevelaer take part in the campaign and provide over 10,000 euros in vouchers as prizes. Thanks to the support of many other Kevelaer businesses and the banks Sparkasse Rhein-Maas and Volksbank an der Niers, further special prizes can be raffled off. Two e-bikes, provided by "Zweirad Michalik" and "Zweirad Peters", are the special highlights. From a purchase value of 10 euros, the raffle tickets and the corresponding stickers will be issued by the participating businesses until December 31, 2024. The completed raffle tickets can simply be dropped into the raffle boxes at the Volksbank, Sparkasse, Tourist Information or in the Forum Pax Christi at the "Kevelaerer Krippenmarkt". The public drawing of the winning tickets will take place on several dates in the Forum Pax Christi, each Saturday at 5 pm. The final draw will take place on January 4, 2025. The winners will be published on www.kevelaerer-weihnachtsverlosung.de.
"Nativity scene market" on the chapel square
Another highlight for strolling, feasting and shopping is the "Kevelaerer Krippenmarkt", which takes place this year on Kapellenplatz, Luxemburger Platz and in the Forum Pax Christi. Amidst the scent of mulled wine and atmospheric music, visitors can stroll through the market between the varied stalls and discover Christmas treasures and culinary delights. The market offers a varied program that awakens the anticipation of Christmas.
This combination of festive atmosphere, individual advice and a wide range of products makes shopping in Kevelaer at Christmas time an unforgettable experience - ideal for anyone who enjoys special gifts and wants to support local retailers.