Fish & gourmet market

The fish and gourmet market at Cologne Racecourse opens its doors again in spring and transforms the extensive grounds into a place where culinary discoveries and artisanal creativity find a common resonance on six Sundays. Between April 19 and September 20, a temporary market landscape will be created that is constantly expanding: over sixty stalls are already represented at the start of the season, with more vendors announced for the following dates. TThe combination of culinary offerings and artisanal products provides insight into the production methods of small workshops, whose handmade goods often reflect regional and responsible approaches. Around a third of the stands are dedicated to food and drink - from fish dishes and street food to wine and delicatessen - while the remainder present fashion, jewelry, flowers or finely crafted foods such as ham and salami. The racecourse provides a setting that combines urban proximity with spaciousness: Beach chairs, green areas and a view over the grounds structure an environment in which a DJ provides restrained musical accents. Family-friendly offers, free children's entertainment, free parking and good accessibility underline the low-threshold character of this market. The result is a format that brings together encounters, enjoyment and leisure in a harmonious balance.