In a surprising turn of events, the market of Eppelborn now boasts a Hanseatic ambiance.
Get ready for a gastronomic adventure as the Hamburger Marktschreier event comes to Eppelborn from August 22 to 24, 2025. This three-day extravaganza will be held at the Güterbahnhof grounds and promises a vibrant atmosphere filled with specialty foods, live performances, and a touch of tradition.
The event will officially kick off on Friday, August 22, at 11:00 AM. Famous fish market cryers, including the legendary Wattwurm from the North Sea coast, and popular figures such as Aal-Hinnerk, Käthe-Kabeljau, and Nudel-Kiri will be present, bringing authentic Hanseatic market culture with their loud, colorful, and culinary presentations.
Visitors can expect a variety of food options, including fish buns, smoked fish, Italian pasta, a wide selection of cheese, and Westphalian specialties from the rotisserie, such as sausages, steaks, and sweet crêpes. Milka-Maxxx and Kaese-Mai from Osnabrück will also contribute to the culinary range.
But the event is not just about food and drink. A small market will be set up, offering leather goods, belts, handbags from Taschen-Ole, toys, and sweets. For the little ones, a children's carousel is available for entertainment.
The art of market crying, one of the oldest professions in the world, is rarely seen today. The Hamburger Marktschreier event in Eppelborn aims to keep this tradition alive and is expected to be loud, colorful, and culinary. The organizers say, "Wat geiht, dat geiht - und zwar mit ordentlich Rabatz!" which roughly translates to "Everything's going great - and with plenty of laughter!"
The market hours are 10:00 to 19:00 on Friday and Saturday, and 11:00 to 18:00 on Sunday. Don't miss out on this unique opportunity to experience a piece of Hamburg's atmosphere in the heart of Saarland. The Hamburger Marktschreier event in Eppelborn is not just a market, it's an immersive experience highlighting one of the oldest trades in the world and presenting both traditional and specialty products for tasting and enjoyment.
Visitors can enjoy a mix of lifestyle offerings, including a lively food-and-drink scene, entertainment spots, and a small market selling traditional goods, at the Hamburger Marktschreier event in Eppelborn, where the art of market crying, a centuries-old tradition, will be showcased. This three-day event from August 22 to 24, 2025, at Güterbahnhof grounds, promises a vibrant atmosphere with authentic Hanseatic market culture, live performances, and a variety of food options such as fish buns, smoked fish, Italian pasta, and Westphalian specialties, along with a children's carousel for entertainment.
