Christmas market Oberhausen 2025

Experience Christmas in Oberhausen by train

Starting 15 November 2025, you can visit the Christmas market in Oberhausen, one of the largest in Germany. Just across the border, it’s perfect for a day trip by train. In Oberhausen, you’ll find two main Christmas markets: one in the city centre and another at the impressive CentrO shopping mall, where hundreds of stalls, decorations and food stands create a festive atmosphere. Whether you’re coming for Christmas shopping, a warm Glühwein or simply the cosy ambiance, Christmas in Oberhausen is an experience in itself. With NS International, you can travel comfortably by train to the Christmas market in Oberhausen, from just € 20 one way.

Celebrate Christmas in Oberhausen

No visit to Oberhausen is complete without a stop at CentrO. Browse the stalls, sample local delicacies or warm up with a fragrant Glühwein. Thanks to the short travel time, this Christmas market is perfect for a spontaneous winter getaway by train.

When is the Christmas market in Oberhausen?

The Christmas market in Oberhausen is open from 15 November until 23 December 2025.

Your trip to Oberhausen with ICE

The high-speed train ICE runs from the Netherlands to Germany daily. With ICE you can relax and travel quickly and comfortably.
From the Netherlands you simply board the ICE International to get off 2 hours later at the Christmas market in Oberhausen. Board at stations Amsterdam Central, Utrecht Central and Arnhem. A train ticket can be booked from € 20. Check your itinerary with the international itinerary planner.

With Intercity services to Oberhausen

With NS International you can also purchase international train tickets for the regular Intercity services. Do you live in the south-east of the Netherlands? Then the German Christmas markets are very close!

Overview of train travel times to the Christmas market in Oberhausen

Route	Travel time	Transfer	Header	Header
Amsterdam - Oberhausen	1.50	0	Content	Content
Amersfoort - Oberhausen	1.51	1	Content	Content
Utrecht - Oberhausen	1.27	0	Content	Content
Rotterdam - Oberhausen	2.11	1	Content	Content
Arnhem - Oberhausen	0.54	0	Content	Content

For a complete travel itinerary, consult our itinerary planner

Other things to do in Oberhausen during Christmas

Besides the beautiful Christmas market, you can also visit Warner Bros Movie World and SEA LIFE in Oberhausen. In addition, there are the lots of cinemas, cafés and restaurants which will guarantee an evening filled with entertainment. Culture lovers will also get their fill with, for example, the impressive exhibition area Gasometer.