Bargain hunting in NRW: Discover massive flea markets on the weekend!
Find out everything about the numerous flea markets in North Rhine-Westphalia on October 25th and 26th, 2025 - ideal for bargain hunters!

Bargain hunting in NRW: Discover massive flea markets on the weekend!
On the weekend of October 25th and 26th, 2025, there will be a lot of dawdling again in North Rhine-Westphalia! The region offers a colorful selection of flea markets, which are a paradise for both bargain hunters and junk fans. Numerous offers await you in the various cities, from antiques to toys to second-hand clothing. If you are looking for a special find, you shouldn't miss this. Loud 24rhine The markets on Saturday and Sunday are an integral part of North Rhine-Westphalia culture.
On Saturday, October 25th, the first flea markets start early in the morning. It starts in Aachen, where the ice rink opens its doors from 7 a.m. to 2 p.m. You can also get some great bargains at the Ruhr University Bochum from 7 a.m. to 2 p.m. Things are also happening in Cologne: here the horse racing track is the place for bric-a-brac and antiques from 6 a.m. to 2 p.m. If you prefer to browse on Sunday, you are in good hands at Kaufland in Aachen from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m., while in Cologne the flea market at Kaufland is in good hands from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.
The flea markets in detail
- Samstag, 25. Oktober 2025:
- Aachen: Eissporthalle, 7 bis 14 Uhr
- Bochum: Ruhr-Uni, 7 bis 14 Uhr
- Köln: Pferderennbahn, 6 bis 14 Uhr
- Dortmund: Uni, 7 bis 14 Uhr
- Düsseldorf: Benrath Schützenplatz, 7 bis 14 Uhr
- Sonntag, 26. Oktober 2025:
- Aachen: Kaufland, 11 bis 18 Uhr
- Köln: Kaufland, 11 bis 17 Uhr
- Dortmund: Familienflohmarkt, 11 bis 16 Uhr
- Düsseldorf: Mädels- und Kinderflohmarkt, 11 bis 16 Uhr
- Gelsenkirchen: Bei Toom, 11 bis 17 Uhr
A special note: This listing is only a selection and changes are possible. For up-to-date information, we recommend visiting local organizers, who often publish the latest details about their markets on their websites.
Activities beyond the markets
In addition to the flea markets, there is also a lot on offer in other cities such as Paderborn and Nettetal. A fair is taking place in Paderborn's city center on the occasion of the Autumn Libori and Nettetal invites you to the 6th Lobberich Carrot Festival. These events also attract many visitors and enrich the local cultural landscape. There will also be creativity in Wülfrath and a market will take place. My flea market dates offers a comprehensive overview of all regional events.
Not to be forgotten is the popularity of flea markets in North Rhine-Westphalia. With almost 18 million inhabitants, the federal state is the largest in Germany and the high population density ensures active participation in the markets. The urban centers in particular are bursting with junk fans. A good knack for browsing and bargaining is an advantage here!
The North-West region stands out with a variety of markets from the large to smaller, lesser-known flea markets. A look at platforms like Fleamarkt.info can be helpful to discover the best flea market tips and rankings.