Attractions | Cranger Weihnachtszauber

How to find us?

How to get to Cranger Weihnachtszauber

Cranger Weihnachtszauber takes place on the Cranger Kirmesplatz in Herne – right in the heart of the Ruhr region – and is easy to reach by public transport, bike, or car.

Getting here by bike or e-scooter:
There are 250 bicycle parking spaces available near the entrance.
A large parking area for e-scooters is also provided.
Both parking areas are located on the street "An der Cranger Kirche".

Getting here by public transport:
From Herne station and Wanne-Eickel main station, several bus lines take you to Cranger Weihnachtszauber in just a few minutes.

From Wanne-Eickel Central Station::
Line 323 to the stop Crange
Line 322 (Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays between 4:00 PM and 10:00 PM)
Linie 342 to the stop Fred-Endrikat-Str.

From Herne Station:
Line 323 to the stop Crange
Line 322 (Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays between 4:00 PM and 10:00 PM)

From Herten/Marl:
Linie SB27 to the stop Recklinghauser Str. (500m walking distance)

For train travel from surrounding cities, we recommend changing to a bus at Wanne-Eickel Central Station. Wanne-Eickel Central Station connects you to many nearby cities with ease!
Check departure times in the HCR app or online at www.hcr-herne.de.

Getting here by car:
If you're coming via the A42 motorway from the direction of Gelsenkirchen, please take the Herne-Wanne exit and follow the signs to Parking Lot 3. For easier access, an extra turning point has been set up on Dorstener Straße – making your arrival even more convenient! If you’re arriving via the Herne-Crange exit, follow the signs to Parking Lots 1 and 3. If you're coming from Herne via Heerstraße, please use Parking Lot 2. More than 1,500 parking spaces are available.

Parking costs just €5.

Addresses for your navigation system:
P1: Dorstener Str. 360, 44653 Herne
P2: An der Cranger Kirche, 44653 Herne
P3: Adolf-Brenne-Weg, 44653 Herne

When Can You Visit Us?

Opening Hours of Cranger Weihnachtszauber

Cranger Weihnachtszauber is open daily from November 20 to December 30, 2025 (closed on December 24 and 25). Opening hours are Monday to Friday from 2:00 PM to 9:45 PM, and Saturday and Sunday from 12:00 PM to 9:45 PM. On Sunday of the Dead, Cranger Weihnachtszauber is open from 6:00 PM to 9:45 PM, and on December 26 from 12:00 PM to 9:45 PM.

Monday to Friday: 2:00 PM – 9:45 PM
Saturday and Sunday: 12:00 PM – 9:45 PM
Sunday of Death: 6:00 PM – 9:45 PM
Christmas Eve & December 25: Closed
December 26: 12:00 PM – 9:45 PM

A Christmas train ride through the enchanted forest

The Rentier-Express

Hop on and off we go – next stop: Christmas!

On the ride with the Rentier-Express, you’ll discover many delightful Christmas characters in the Enchanted Forest.

The route leads through the forest and past snowmen, nutcrackers, polar bears, and elves.

By the way: Grown-ups are welcome to ride the Express too.

Cranger Weihnachtszauber - Rentier-Express

Ride through a magical fairytale world

What the Rentier-Express Offers

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Christmas train ride for the whole family

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Lined with colorful Christmas figures along the way

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Ride through the enchanted forest

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Age Group

From age 0 with adult accompaniment
From age 3 without accompaniment

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Experience

Level 1:
Relaxed

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Erlebniswelt

The largest horse carousel in the world

The Alt Wiener Pferdekarussell

The Alt Wiener Pferdekarussell is one of the most popular attractions at the Cranger Weihnachtszauber – and no wonder, it's a true one-of-a-kind that you rarely see these days.

40 horse figures rise and fall on the platform of this beautifully designed historic carousel. The roof structure rotates in the opposite direction, creating an additional visual effect.

By the way: The roof structure of the carousel was the first of its kind and served as a model for today’s wave swinger carousels.

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Pure tradition and ride fun at its best

What the Alt Wiener Pferdekarussell has to offer

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Traditional horse carousel

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The largest carousel of its kind

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Suitable for children from 0 years

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Age group

From age 0 with adult accompaniment
Adult companions ride for free
(standing accompaniment)
From age 6 without accompaniment

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Experience

Level 1:
Relaxed

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Location

Christmas Plaza

Little ones on a big ride

The Kinder-Paradies

Whether as an aspiring race car driver, young firefighter, or brave pilot – in the children's paradise, every young guest will quickly find their favorite vehicle.

The children's paradise features more than ten different gondolas. A Formula 1 car in classic Ferrari red is included, along with a tractor, moped, off-road vehicle, helicopter, and rocking horse.

Children from age 0 can enjoy a carousel ride when accompanied by an adult; from age 4, they can ride on their own. Adult companions always ride for free in the children's paradise.

Fun and ride excitement for the little ones

What the Kinder-Paraties has to offer

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Children’s carousel with more than ten different gondolas

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Colorful design featuring motifs from popular children’s movies

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Adult companions ride for free

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Age group

From 0 years with accompaniment,
Adult companions ride for free
From 4 years without accompaniment

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Experience

Level 1:
Relaxed

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Location

Christmas Circus Vergnügungspark

Racing fun for hobby drivers

The Automatic-Scooter

Free ride for hobby racers! The Automatic-Scooter by Dirk Küchenmeister offers over 500 square meters of riding space, impressive lighting effects, and the popular two-seater chaises — delivering full riding fun for young and old alike!

The colorful motifs on the front evoke memories of road trips through the land of unlimited possibilities.

At the Cranger Weihnachtszauber, traditional fairground fun turns into Christmas fun: instead of techno and dance music, you can take your rounds to cheerful Christmas tunes – and “Driving Home for Christmas” takes on a whole new meaning

Free rides for young and old

What the Automatic-Scooter Has to Offer

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Modern bumper cars with two-seater chaises

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Over 500 square meters of riding space

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Impressive LED lighting

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Age group

From 1 year with accompaniment
From 8 years without accompaniment

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Experience

Level 2:
Mild thrill

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Location

Christmas Circus Vergnügungspark

Fly with Rudolph the Reindeer

The Rentier-Flug

A very special highlight for all ages at the Cranger Weihnachtszauber is the unique reindeer flight.

The reindeer sleigh gondolas lift up to 8 meters high into the air.

Each sleigh seats two children and one adult companion, or two adults Even very young children from 0 years old are allowed to ride. Children from 6 years old can also fly without accompaniment and feel like Santa Claus himself in the reindeer sleigh!

Reindeer flight through the christmas sky

What the Reindeer Flight Has to Offer

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Family carousel with ten reindeer sleigh gondolas

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Large Santa Claus figure in the center

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Carousel ride up to 8 meters high

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Age group

From 0 years with adult accompaniment
From 6 years without accompaniment

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Experience

Level 2:
Mild thrill

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Location

Christmas Circus Vergnügungspark

The modern ferris wheel

The White Wheel

The White Wheel is a modern event Ferris wheel that offers visitors of the Cranger Weihnachtszauber a unique experience thanks to its enclosed gondolas. Completely safe and worry-free, you can enjoy the view over the Cranger Weihnachtszauber and the surrounding area from above.

A special feature of the White Wheel is the barrier-free gondola, which is also enclosed and allows visitors in wheelchairs to enjoy this unforgettable experience.

The variable LED lighting and the large LED media display in the center of the Ferris wheel make the White Wheel a real eye-catcher.

White Wheel – The giant ferris wheel at the Cranger Weihnachtszauber

Pure riding pleasure with a special view

What the White Wheel Has to Offer

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Modern ferris wheel with 24 enclosed gondolas

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1 barrier-free, also enclosed gondola

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Unforgettable high-altitude experience

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Age group

From 0 years with adult accompaniment
From 8 years without accompaniment

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Experience

Level 1:
Relaxed

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Location

Christmas Plaza

Spooky fun for young and old alike

Spuk

Experience the unique fascination of Spuk at the Cranger Weihnachtszauber. This one-of-a-kind ghost train with spinning gondolas turns the spooky ride through Spuk into an unforgettable, eerily exciting event. Spooky fun for the whole family!

Dive into a world full of spooky surprises as you ride through Spuk. Together, you’ll experience spooky fun across two thrilling levels.

Spooky fun for the whole family

What Spuk Offers

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100% spooky fun

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Thrills on two levels

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exciting haunted ride

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Age group

Details coming soon

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Experience

Level 2:
Mild thrill

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Location

Christmas Chircus Vergnügungspark

Nostalgia meets modernity meets christmas

The Love Express

In the festively decorated Love Express, the classic among roundabout rides, the whole family goes up and down.

Up to three people per gondola zoom over hills and valleys — outdoors and through a tunnel at the back of the ride.

Step right up, step right up — the Love Express offers sparkling, light-filled fun for all ages!

High-speed carousel ride for the whole family

What the Love Express has to offer

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High-speed classic carousel

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From age 3

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With tunnel ride

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Age group

From age 3 with accompaniment
From age 8 without accompaniment

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Experience

Level 2:
Mild thrill

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Location

Christmas Circus Vergnügungspark

Roller coaster fun for the whole family

Mexico City

The roller coaster "Mexico City" offers an unforgettable experience full of thrills and fun for the whole family!

Inspired by the vibrant spirit of Mexico, it takes you on a high-speed ride with breathtaking curves and thrilling drops. With its colorful design and a track layout that promises pure adrenaline, "Mexico City" captivates thrill-seekers of all ages.

Whether with friends or family – this roller coaster is guaranteed to get your heart racing and create unforgettable moments!

Pure adrenaline

What Mexico City hast to offer

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100% family-friendly

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Breathtaking speed

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High-speed ride fun

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Age group

Details coming soon

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Experience

Level 3:
Moderate thrill

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Location

Christmas Chircus Vergnügungspark

Pure thrill

Happy Traveller

Happy Traveller is the ultimate ride for adrenaline junkies and fun lovers! What makes this Breakdancer unique is its partial roof cover.

With blazing speed and wild spins, it delivers pure thrill. The combination of rotating gondolas and rapid changes in direction guarantees a unique experience where no ride is ever the same.

Whether alone or with friends – Happy Traveller delivers maximum fun! Ready for the wild ride? Then hop on and let yourself be swept away by the energy and speed!

Cranger Weihnachtszauber - Happy Traveller

Experience a high-speed ride

What Happy Traveller Offers

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High-speed riding fun

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Breathtaking speed

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Elaborate decoration and LED lighting

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Age group

Details coming soon

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Experience

Level 4:
intense thrill

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Location

Christmas Chircus Vergnügungspark

Giant swing ride for the whole family

Fly Over

The giant swing ride "Fly Over" offers a breathtaking flight experience high above the ground!

Float above the Cranger Weihnachtszauber and enjoy the sweeping view of the enchanting Christmas landscape as you gently spin in circles. With an impressive flight height of 40 meters and a light breeze on your face, you'll experience the feeling of boundless freedom.

Whether alone or with friends – "Fly Over" promises unforgettable moments and a one-of-a-kind flight experience for visitors of all ages!

Soaring high with Fly Over

What Fly Over has to offer

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100% family-friendly

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Wonderful view

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Ride fun at 40 meters high

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Age group

Details coming soon

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Experience

Level 3:
Moderate thrill

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Location

Christmas Chircus Vergnügungspark

45-meter-high swinging fun in a jungle setting

KONGA - Das Themenkarussell

The famous giant swing "KONGA das Themenkarussell" delivers fantastic ride experiences at the Cranger Weihnachtszauber. In the inverted gondola (your legs dangle freely in the air!), the massive arm swings up to a height of 45 meters! But there’s hardly time to catch your breath: the gondola spins on its own axis while the pendulum swings in the opposite direction at up to 120 km/h. The ride through KONGA’s jungle is enhanced by fog and light effects and fire-breathing voodoo masks – are you ready for KONGA?!

Experience a one-of-a-kind ride adventure

What KONGA hast to offer

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High-speed carousel ride at 45 meters high

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With fire, light, and fog effects

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12-meter fire fountain on top of KONGA

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Age group

From 140 cm in height

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Experience

Level 4:
intense thrill

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Location

Christmas Circus
Vergnügungspark

Pure thrill

The Polyp

The Polyp is the ultimate ride for adrenaline junkies and fun lovers!

With blazing speed and wild spins, it delivers pure thrill. Rotating gondolas that move up and down offer a unique experience where no ride is ever the same.

Whether you're riding solo or with friends – Polyp guarantees top-level fun. Ready for the wild ride? Then hop on and let yourself be swept away by the energy and speed!

The Polyp at the Cranger Weihnachtszauber

Experience a high-speed ride

What the Polyp Offers

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High-speed riding fun

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Breathtaking speed

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Elaborate decoration and LED lighting

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Age group

Details coming soon

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Experience

Level 4:
intense thrill

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Location

Christmas Chircus Vergnügungspark

Experience the future of flying

Space X

On a flight with Space X, you can feel like a real astronaut. Lift-off! The impressive giant propeller lifts passengers up to 40 meters into the air, creating a sensation of weightlessness and boundless freedom. The movement of the arm generates a spectacular flying experience that thrills both adrenaline junkies and curious explorers alike.

This experience is guaranteed to stay in your memory for a long time. Once you've flown with Space X, you won't forget the feeling of speed, height, and freedom anytime soon. It's an absolute highlight for anyone seeking thrills and longing for an adventure that goes beyond the boundaries of everyday life.

Experience a high-speed ride

What Space X Offers

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High-speed riding fun

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Breathtaking speed

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Elaborate decoration and LED lighting

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Age group

Details coming soon

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Experience

Level 4:
intense thrill

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Location

Christmas Chircus Vergnügungspark

Mini pirate ship swing for the little ones

Bounty

The Mini-Schiffsschaukel Bounty is the perfect adventure for little pirates and explorers!

In this lovingly designed ride, children can step into the role of brave captains and embark on a gentle, swinging adventure. With each swing, they feel the thrill of the sea—without it ever getting too wild.

The Bounty offers fun and excitement in a safe setting, bringing a sparkle to children's eyes. An unforgettable experience for the whole family!

Cranger Weihnachtszauber - Mini-Schiffsschaukel Bounty

Experience a relaxing ride

What Bounty has to offer

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Lovingly crafted design

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Relaxed riding fun

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Journey for brave explorers

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Age group

Details coming soon

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Experience

Level 1:
Relaxed

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Location

Christmas Chircus Vergnügungspark

Tobogganing fun for all ages

Happy Slide

Discover the ultimate tobogganing fun on the Happy Slide at the Cranger Weihnachtszauber!
With six side-by-side lanes, the Happy Slide delivers adrenaline and excitement for the whole family. Whether you're racing your friends or just enjoying the ride – it's all about big smiles and fast slides.

Slide down the hills at breathtaking speed in a thrilling side-by-side race and feel the exciting waves gently lift and lower you along the way. An unforgettable adventure for young and old awaits you on the Happy Slide. Who will reach the bottom first?

A long sliding adventure for the whole family

What Happy Slide has to offer

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6 lanes of sliding fun

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18 meters high and 40 meters long

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Fun for the whole family

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Age group

Details coming soon

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Experience

Level 1:
Relaxed

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Location

Christmas Circus Vergnügungspark

Show program 2024 at the Cranger Weihnachtszauber

When Can You Visit Us?

Opening Hours of Cranger Weihnachtszauber

Cranger Weihnachtszauber is open daily from November 20 to December 30, 2025 (closed on December 24 and 25). Opening hours are Monday to Friday from 2:00 PM to 9:45 PM, and Saturday and Sunday from 12:00 PM to 9:45 PM. On Sunday of the Dead, Cranger Weihnachtszauber is open from 6:00 PM to 9:45 PM, and on December 26 from 12:00 PM to 9:45 PM.

Monday to Friday: 2:00 PM – 9:45 PM
Saturday and Sunday: 12:00 PM – 9:45 PM
Sunday of Death: 6:00 PM – 9:45 PM
Christmas Eve & December 25: Closed
December 26: 12:00 PM – 9:45 PM

How to find us?

How to get to Cranger Weihnachtszauber

Cranger Weihnachtszauber takes place on the Cranger Kirmesplatz in Herne – right in the heart of the Ruhr region – and is easy to reach by public transport, bike, or car.

Getting here by bike or e-scooter:
There are 250 bicycle parking spaces available near the entrance.
A large parking area for e-scooters is also provided.
Both parking areas are located on the street "An der Cranger Kirche".

Getting here by public transport:
From Herne station and Wanne-Eickel main station, several bus lines take you to Cranger Weihnachtszauber in just a few minutes.

From Wanne-Eickel Central Station::
Line 323 to the stop Crange
Line 322 (Saturdays, and Sundays between 4:00 PM and 10:00 PM)
Linie 342 to the stop Fred-Endrikat-Str.

From Herne Station:
Line 323 to the stop Crange
Line 322 (Saturdays, and Sundays between 4:00 PM and 10:00 PM)

From Herten/Marl:
Linie SB27 to the stop Recklinghauser Str. (500m walking distance)

For train travel from surrounding cities, we recommend changing to a bus at Wanne-Eickel Central Station. Wanne-Eickel Central Station connects you to many nearby cities with ease!
Check departure times in the HCR app or online at www.hcr-herne.de.

Getting here by car:
If you're coming via the A42 motorway from the direction of Gelsenkirchen, please take the Herne-Wanne exit and follow the signs to Parking Lot 3. For easier access, an extra turning point has been set up on Dorstener Straße – making your arrival even more convenient! If you’re arriving via the Herne-Crange exit, follow the signs to Parking Lots 1 and 3. If you're coming from Herne via Heerstraße, please use Parking Lot 2. More than 1,500 parking spaces are available.

Parking costs just €5.

Addresses for your navigation system:
P1: Dorstener Str. 360, 44653 Herne
P2: An der Cranger Kirche, 44653 Herne
P3: Adolf-Brenne-Weg, 44653 Herne

How to arrive as a group?

Bus and group trips to the Cranger Weihnachtszauber

With over 100 attractions, shows, market stalls, and indoor and outdoor dining options, the Cranger Weihnachtszauber is the perfect destination for a group trip.

A visit to the Cranger Weihnachtszauber guarantees your guests a magical and varied experience for all ages.

Since we want to make your stay at the Cranger Weihnachtszauber as comfortable as possible for you and your guests, reserved bus parking spaces are available on the event grounds. Tokens for food and drinks are also provided for bus drivers at the event office near the ferris wheel.

As a tour operator, you can visit the Cranger Weihnachtszauber with your travel group without prior registration. The recommended length of stay is 4 to 6 hours.

For an even more convenient trip and to take full advantage of all benefits, we kindly ask you to register your group trip via the contact form or by emailing busfahrt@cranger-weihnachtszauber.de
Our friendly staff will get in touch with you promptly to help plan your visit to the Cranger Weihnachtszauber individually.

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Alt Wiener Pferdekarussell

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Rentier Flug

White Wheel

Spuk

Love Express

Mexico City

Happy Traveller

Konga

The Polyp

Space X

Bounty

Happy Slide

Brunos freche Farm

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When Can You Visit Us?

Opening Hours of Cranger Weihnachtszauber

A Christmas train ride through the enchanted forest

The Rentier-Express

Ride through a magical fairytale world

What the Rentier-Express Offers

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The largest horse carousel in the world

The Alt Wiener Pferdekarussell

Pure tradition and ride fun at its best

What the Alt Wiener Pferdekarussell has to offer

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Experience

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Little ones on a big ride

The Kinder-Paradies

Fun and ride excitement for the little ones

What the Kinder-Paraties has to offer

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Racing fun for hobby drivers

The Automatic-Scooter

Free rides for young and old

What the Automatic-Scooter Has to Offer

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Fly with Rudolph the Reindeer

The Rentier-Flug

Reindeer flight through the christmas sky

What the Reindeer Flight Has to Offer

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The modern ferris wheel

The White Wheel

Pure riding pleasure with a special view

What the White Wheel Has to Offer

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Spooky fun for young and old alike

Spuk

Spooky fun for the whole family