Brand portal launched: "Make it more exciting!"

Ideas and tips for Bocholt fans

Bocholt. What makes Bocholt special? And how can this be reflected in everyday life? Answers, ideas and practical guidance are now available on the new Bocholt brand portal. At https://markenportal.bocholt.de , residents, local clubs, businesses and organisations can find information, be inspired and get involved themselves. The brand portal makes the Bocholt city brand easy to understand and use. It...

Gondolas in the winter village

Book your gondola now: from 27 November, seven cosy, heated ski gondolas will be waiting for you at St. Georg Square. Secure your place now for a convivial time right in the heart of the Christmas market.

Bocholt. Once again, during the 2026/2027 winter season, the popular ski gondolas in the winter village on St.-Georg-Platz invite visitors to enjoy a special experience in an atmospheric setting. A total of seven cosily furnished and heated ski gondolas are available to visitors for convivial moments during the festive season. Each gondola can accommodate up to six people and can be booked for 2.5-hour...

572 years of the Bocholt Fair

From 16 to 19 October, Bocholt town centre will once again be transformed into a huge fairground.

Bocholt. This year, the Bocholt Funfair will take place at the start of the autumn half-term - on the third weekend in October. Visitors can once again look forward to this four-day highlight this year, as from Friday through to Monday inclusive, there will be plenty of exciting rides for young and old alike, thrilling games and all manner of savoury and sweet treats, as well as refreshing drinks on offer. The...

Successful Aasee Festival in Bocholt from 14 to 16 August 2026 at the bathing bay

There had been weeks of discussion about the new rules for the Aasee Festival. It has now become clear that the new organisational guidelines have not had a negative impact on the large number of visitors.

Bocholt. The new rules for the Aasee Festival had been the subject of discussion for weeks . It has now become clear that the new organisational guidelines have not had a negative impact on the many visitors - on the contrary - on Sunday's Family Day, many families in particular expressed a positive attitude towards the new safety measures. The increased sense of security felt by many guests was reinforced by...

Radelente "Bo": The winners have been announced

The Bocholt cycling duck "Bo" has been exploring the world over the past few weeks. From 7 July to 30 August, people were invited to send in photos featuring Bo, whether taken on holiday or at home. According to the town's marketing department, more than 1,500 pictures were received in total. Whether in Alaska, New York, Austria, Parookaville or on cycle tours around Bocholt: Bo was present at many special...

A little piece of Bocholt for your home: new online shop launched

Tourist Information Centre expands its range. Around 60 products available at www.bocholt.store - delivery or collection from the Tourist Information Centre available

Discover Bocholt, give the gift of Bocholt and show your love for your hometown: a new online shop featuring a range of Bocholt products is launching at www.bocholt.store . This has been announced by Bocholt City Marketing. More than 60 souvenirs, gift ideas and products from or related to Bocholt can be selected there round the clock, paid for online and ordered for home delivery. The shop is the...

Heimat Shoppen 2026: "We'll pack your suitcase"

Take part between 1 and 12 September, guess the value of a packed suitcase and, with a bit of luck, win one of three suitcases.

Bocholt. September is all about 'Heimat Shoppen'. To mark this year's 'Heimat Shoppen' days on 11 and 12 September , visitors to Bocholt town centre can look forward to an exciting prize draw. We'll pack your suitcase Under the slogan "We'll pack your suitcase" , numerous retailers in Bocholt have donated their products for a special prize draw. The task: to estimate as accurately as possible the...

Bocholt is out walking again

The highlight of the hiking season in Bocholt kicks off again on 18 April 2027. Secure your early-bird ticket now.

On Sunday 18 April 2027, it's time once again to lace up your walking boots and set off on a journey of discovery! The popular sporting event 'Bocholt Wandert' gets young and old alike moving - this time with an exciting new 8km route. Organised by Stadtmarketing Bocholt and the Bocholt City Sports Association (SSV), together with dedicated groups of volunteers, participants can once again look forward to an...

Save the Date: Bocholt Trade Fair

The trade fair will take place on 20 June 2027 at the I-Park business park.

Bocholt. After a five-year hiatus, the major Bocholt trade fair - BOCHOLT 4.0 - is set to return next year at the I-Park business park. The organising committee, comprising Bocholt Economic Development and the City of Bocholt, in collaboration with Bocholt City Marketing, wishes to announce the date well in advance so that all interested Bocholt-based businesses can mark the date in their annual calendars today....

BOCHOLT WINE FESTIVAL 2026 on St Georg's Square

The 30th anniversary edition of the Palatinate Wine Festival was a resounding success.

Bocholt . The 30th anniversary edition of the Palatinate Wine Festival was celebrated in Bocholt this year - and once again, the people of Bocholt and their guests, as well as us at the town's marketing department and the winegrowers from the Palatinate, thoroughly enjoyed to experience and organise the wine festival in Bocholt. It was absolutely the right decision to extend the site towards Ravardistraße, as...