Dannenberg celebrates the 38th Potato Sunday: Gourmet market for everyone!

Dannenberg celebrates the 38th Potato Sunday: Gourmet market for everyone!

The 38th Dannenberg Potato Sunday will take place in Dannenberg (Elbe) on November 2nd, 2025. From 12:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m., the city center opens its doors to everyone who is interested in shopping on a Sunday. Over 150 stalls offer not only creative potato specialties, but also live music and a cozy atmosphere that rounds off the gourmet market. For everyone who doesn't want to miss the culinary experience, the day will be a complete success with maximum temperatures of around 12°C, heavily cloudy skies and dry weather, according to the weather forecast. news.de reports.

However, those interested should note that in Lower Saxony only four shopping Sundays are permitted per year, while spa and seaside resorts are permitted up to 40 Sundays. Potato Sunday is a highlight that looks back on a long tradition. Shops were allowed to open for five hours on Sundays for the first time in 1891, before general Sunday rest was introduced in 1919. Special regulations for train stations and airports ensured additional openings that do not exist in other countries such as Austria, Spain or Poland.

Tradition meets culinary enjoyment

Potato Sunday not only brings shopping opportunities, but also the opportunity to try regional delicacies. Whether crispy hash browns, potato salad or new creative dishes – there is something for every palate here. The little visitors are also taken care of, and live music also creates the right atmosphere.

A high number of visitors is to be expected because the event attracts not only locals but also tourists from the surrounding area. They can take the opportunity to fill up their shopping list and at the same time

Enjoy regional specialties. To make sure everything goes smoothly, it's a good idea to keep an eye on the weather and perhaps pack an umbrella, even if it looks dry so far. The organizer's contact information is available for questions.

A look into the past and future

The history of Sunday openings shows us an interesting development. While other countries are confronted with their own regulations - in Austria, for example, only gas stations are open on Sundays, while in Spain shops are allowed to open on the first Sunday of the month - in Lower Saxony there remains a highly regulated opening policy. The distinction between recreation, leisure and consumption remains an ongoing issue. How these regulations will develop in the future remains to be seen.

In summary, it can be said that November 2nd, 2025 in Dannenberg will be a celebration for everyone who has a good knack for enjoyment and community. A call that is worth it!