Successful Christmas village in Gerderhahn: 8,800 euros for the youth!

Successful Christmas village in Gerderhahn: 8,800 euros for the youth!

On January 11, 2025, the Christmas village Gerderhahn proudly announced its impressive revenues. At the event, which took place for the twelfth time, a total of 8,800 euros were collected, which now benefit the jumping board e.V. This association supports important youth welfare institutions in geneisms and gene courtyard. In addition to this amount, the Security Service Team Safe e.V. This Christmas was celebrated under the motto "Gerderhahn is good (ES)" and took place in mid -November.

The pure proceeds of the Christmas village will be used in the future primarily for the equipment of sporting activities and music school lessons. The event, which was carried out in close cooperation with the city marketing of the city of Erkelenz, enjoys an excellent reputation and was awarded the local prize of the city of Erkelenz in 2024. The coordination of all advertising measures and traffic law matters was in city marketing, which adhered to defined criteria and a multi -year concept of the Council of the City of Erkelenz.

event details and highlights

The Christmas village Gerderhahn took place on November 18 and 19, 2023 and delighted the visitors with a diverse offer. Around 70 exhibitors presented their products and dishes along the “in Gerderhahn”. The special attractions included a rich cake buffet in the multi -purpose hall, which was donated by residents and exhibitors. The proceeds from the cake sale benefit the support association of the Peter-Härtling School (Gerderath primary school) in order to purchase play equipment.

The opening took place this year at 11 a.m., the opening times on Saturday, November 18, 2023, from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. and on Sunday, November 19, 2023, from 11:00 a.m. to 6 p.m.

insight into the Christmas traditions

The Christmas village Gerderhahn is part of a greater tradition of Christmas markets that take place across Germany. These markets filled historical backdrops with life, where lighting on locks and castles let visitors immerse themselves in a nostalgic atmosphere. You can embark on a pre -Christmas mulled wine journey that offers culinary delicacies but also manual treasures and Christmas decorations. A cultural supporting program with Christmas concerts, readings and fairy theater strengthens the festive atmosphere and brings visitors into a contemplative anticipation for Christmas.