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Glückstadt

Also known as the Little Kingdom on the Elbe. Glückstadt was founded by Christian IV and was intended to be a rival to Hamburg as well as a fortress and port city. But unfortunately it did not turn out exactly as the Danish king had wished. Today Glückstadt is a peaceful and idyllic town, with small streets and a beautiful and picturesque harbour. The town is full of well-preserved houses and its very location on the Elbe makes 'Glückstadt' a lovely town.

There are also great shopping opportunities in the Old Town, so take a stroll around and browse the many breathtaking but also tempting shops, where personal service is always top-notch.

The city also has many beautiful and restored buildings. Enjoy the Old Town Hall, which was rebuilt in 1874 but retains the original facade from the mid-17th century when the first town hall was built. Also stop by the Brockdorff Palace with the Detlefsen Museum or the beautiful Wasmer Palace, and of course the ´Palais für aktuelle Kunst´ where contemporary art is exhibited.

Glückstadt Markedsplads

Centrum af Glückstadt er det historiske torv. Dette er flot dekoreret med kandelaber af støbejern og med mange bygninger opført i hollandsk renæssancestil. Markedspladsen er det perfekte sted at starte, hvis I vil opleve byen.

Sejlbåden Rigmor

The Rigmor sailing boat is a true cultural institution in these parts. It is Germany's oldest sailing boat still in service and has been transporting passengers along the Elbe for 150 years. If you want to experience a little extra, you can lend a hand with the sail and ropes during the trip.

Bad Bramstedt

Always a good travel offer from Risskov, how about a car holiday to Germany, more specifically Bad Bramstedt, located in the heart of Northern Germany and home to almost 14,000 inhabitants. The town offers a wide range of gastronomic experiences with more than 20 different restaurants welcoming you with a selection that includes everything from national specialities to exciting international dishes to seasonal dishes from the local area.A great option for a cheap summer holiday in the south. Holidays in your own car have their advantages and it is easy to explore the area and get to and from. See if there's a weekend break on offer!

Bad Bramsted also offers hiking, horse riding, canoeing, kayaking, fishing, flying and shooting, so you can be sure of an active holiday. There are also wellness facilities, so a spa break is also an option, but either way, it's set up for a great family holiday in northern Germany.

Detlefsen Museum

At the Detlefsen Museum you can learn all about Glückstadt, founded by Christian IV and the Danish royal family. The museum is housed in the Brockdorff-Palais, a beautiful Renaissance building that also brings the history of the town's seafaring traditions to life. The museum is located in a side street off the market square.

Neumünster

Take a trip to the town of Neumünster, whose history as a monastery town on the Army Route dates back to 1130, and much of the old charm has been restored after the war, on the monastery island, along the River Schwale and in the town square with its pretty town houses, which also house cafés, beer halls and shops galore.

In Neumünster you can visit the bathing area, Das Bad am Stadtwald or go to the Tierpark, which is a zoo. The city also has a lovely promenade at the Einfelder See.

Christmas market in Neumünster

Only 100 km from the Danish-German border, you can experience Neumünster's Christmas market. Here you can fill up on Christmas cheer, buy Christmas gifts and eat your fill of Christmas treats. In the streets and alleys of the city, under the dark December sky, you will find wonderful experiences for both big and small Christmas hearts.

In Neumünster you will find from the end of November until Christmas Eve one of the cosiest Christmas markets in Schleswig-Holstein. With brilliant Christmas lights, an ice skating lake and delicious stalls selling Christmas treats, Neumünster is a wonderful December destination. You'll also find traditional crafts such as ceramics and woodcarving, as well as various Christmas events on the weekends for both young and old Christmas lovers.

At just over 100 km from the Kruså border, Neumünster's Christmas spirit is within reasonable driving distance. The town also offers lovely restaurants, good shopping and many old buildings that look extra nice in the decorated Christmas lights.

Christmas market in Hamburg

 24th November to 23rd December 2025

Mon-Sun: 11.00-21.00 - Please note that dates and opening hours may vary. You can visit the Christmas market's own website with current information.

Experience the real German Christmas joy and atmosphere in historic Hamburg! Located just two hours south of the Danish border, the city is an ideal destination for a Christmas holiday or a weekend break with city experiences during the Christmas season.

You will soon discover that when the Germans hold a Christmas market, everything is set. Not in that American, slightly exaggerated way, but in a charming way so that the opulence mysteriously always manages to appear understated. At the same time, you are in no doubt what time of year it is. The word "hygge" may be a Danish word - but the meaning is certainly understood south of the border.

Hamburg is a stunningly beautiful, historic city situated on the River Elbe, and you can imagine the magical scenes as darkness falls and Christmas lights are switched on throughout the inner city. The city's largest Christmas market is located in the huge square, right in front of the historic town hall building, in the charming Altstadt quarter. A huge model railway winds its way between the stalls, where you'll find everything from hatters, glassblowers, sugar bakers and toy makers, to more traditional treats like glühwein, cheese, sausages and roasted almonds. The market was first built in 2003 and since then it has only grown bigger and bigger. A short distance away, along Mönckebergstrasse, is another cosy Christmas market with more than 150 stalls, where the Christmas spirit fills the cityscape almost all the way up to the main railway station.

In the southern half of the inner city, Speicherstadt and HafenCity are home to countless outlets of the Elbe, which flow through and divide the streets, with lots of charming little bridges. Here you'll find a Christmas market in a very special maritime atmosphere, with beautiful dancing reflections in the water from the thousands of festive light bulbs and candlelight from torches and candles. In this district you will also find the cosy Nordic Christmas bazaar "God Jul - Nordische Weihnachten am Hafen", which is open for two weekends in November every year. Here you'll find lots of traditional delicacies and specialities, as well as decorations and art from all the Nordic countries.

If you're not squeamish, you can also visit the very special, erotic Santa Pauli Christmas Market, located on the 930-metre-long Reeperbahn street, which is known for its nightlife and more frivolous 'entertainment' offerings. The Santa Pauli Christmas Market has a reputation for being among some of the world's most unusual Christmas markets, and for that reason alone may be worth a look. Please note that children are of course not admitted to this Christmas market.

Breitenburg Castle

One of the most famous and important sights in the Itzehoe region is Breitenburg Castle. The building is almost 500 years old and was one of the country's important cultural and political centres in the 16th and 17th centuries. The castle has stood unchanged since 1898.

The Hall of Mirrors, the Knights' Hall, the Thorwaldsen Gallery and the Library are a must-see visiting the area. For those who like outdoor activities, the castle offers a 27-hole golf club, a stable and several cycling and walking trails to try out.

The castle is owned by the noble family Rantzau, which is why it is open to the public in limited extent. Appointments to view the castle can be made at reception.

Hamburg

The metropolis of Hamburg has great shopping, museums and gastronomy. A great way to experience Hamburg is from the sea, by jumping on a canal cruise - but of course we also recommend Hamburg from the land side when on holiday by car! An experience in Hamburg beyond the classic city pleasures is a trip to the city's fish market, which sells fish of course, but also cheap clothes, houseplants and DVDs. The first stalls open at 5.30am in summer and 7am in winter.

Hamburg is Germany's second largest city and both economically and culturally the centre of the whole of northern Germany. It is seven times larger than Paris and more than twice the size of London. In short, this means that the city offers particularly good conditions for tourists. Hamburg is a beautiful city full of charming areas and, not least, an excellent nightlife that is unmissable on a city break or a self-drive holiday in northern Germany.