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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 2:30 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 2:30 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

Presented by the Traber family:

The flying Santa Claus

At dusk, a very special spectacle takes place in the sky above the Cranger Weihnachtszauber: In his sleigh and with his reindeer team, Santa Claus flies over the treetops!

Children’s eyes will sparkle when Santa Claus stops his sleigh above the fairy tale forest and tells his stories about Rudolph, the North Pole, and a wonderful Christmas celebration.

The flying Santa Claus at the Cranger Weihnachtszauber is presented by the high-wire artist family Oliver Traber, who have already thrilled international audiences (including Paris, Champs-Élysées) with this unique attraction.

Cranger Weihnachtszabuer - The flying Santa Claus

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Show times

Daily at 6:00 PM and 8:00 PM

Please note:
The high-wire show "The Flying Santa Claus" only takes place in suitable weather conditions.

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The sky above the Cranger Weihnachtszauber

Christmas characters up close

The festive live characters

Every day at the Cranger Weihnachtszauber, you can meet our festive live characters.

Joining the fun are Santa Claus, Rudolph the reindeer, snowmen, nutcrackers, elves, gingerbread men and women, oversized gift boxes, and many other cheerful characters.

Cranger Weihnachtszauber - festive live characters

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Show times

Throughout the entire day

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At the Cranger Weihnachtszauber

A sparkling winter wonderland

The Forest of Lights

As you stroll through the Cranger Weihnachtszauber, sooner or later your path will lead you past the Forest of Lights – a place full of radiant figures and glowing imagination. Here you'll encounter wintery and festive motifs, artistically crafted from lights and lovingly arranged.

Whether it's glowing snowmen, sparkling reindeer or fairytale-like scenes – The Forest of Lights invites you to marvel, dream and take photos. Stand next to your favorite figure and capture the moment – for a truly special memory in the glow of the lights.

A visit to the Forest of Lights is not only a highlight for your camera, but also for your soul. Let yourself be enchanted and enjoy the magic of winter in a sea of lights at the Cranger Weihnachtszauber!

Cranger Weihnachtszauber - The Forest of Lights

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Show times

during the Cranger Weihnachtszauber

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The Forest of Lights

A magical place for young and old alike

The fairy tale forest

Immerse yourself in the enchanting world of fairy tales at the Cranger Weihnachtszauber. In the Fairy Tale Forest, lovingly designed show houses await you, where well-known stories like Snow White come to life. It's an experience that brings a sparkle not only to children's eyes!

But that's not all: Amid sparkling lights and wintry decorations, you'll also encounter freestanding fairy tale figures that transform the forest into a magical setting. Whether you're guessing which story is being portrayed or simply soaking in the atmosphere – every visit becomes a little adventure.

The Fairy Tale Forest is the perfect place to take a break from the hustle and bustle – to marvel, dream, and discover together. So come by, let yourself be enchanted, and experience the magic of Christmas in a truly fairytale-like way!

Cranger Weihnachtszauber - The fairy tale forest

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Show times

during the Cranger Weihnachtszauber

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The fairy tale forest

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