Overview

• The Rahlstedter Netzwerk confirmed the market will not return in 2025 after stallholders declined to come back.
• Vendors reported they could earn up to €4,000 more at larger central Hamburg markets, making Rahlstedt less attractive.
• Key attractions shrank in year two, including the loss of the children’s carousel, which reduced family turnout and spending.
• Public feedback ranged from disappointment to acceptance, with complaints about high prices such as roughly €8 for Glühwein.
• As a limited alternative, organisers plan a small tented program with activities and food on the Wandseterrassen from December 11–14.