Winter in the fortress

Christmas in Hartje Gorcum

After St Nicholas has left, the town centre gets ready for the cosiest time of the year: Christmas in the Heart of Gorcum.
The atmospheric shopping streets, twinkling lights and the scent of hot chocolate make this fortified town a place where you’ll want to linger for a while.

Discover the Christmas activities, visit the Christmas market, listen to live music or stroll past beautifully decorated shop windows.
Whether you’re coming to soak up the atmosphere, find a Christmas present or grab a bite to eat at one of the cosy restaurants and cafés, Hartje Gorcum is the perfect place to experience the festive season at its best.

Taste Water Festival Winter edition

Want to enjoy a little extra after the holidays? On Sunday 28 December, you can let yourself be surprised at the winter edition of the Smaakwater Festival. The Smaakwater entrepreneurs along the Linge and Merwede rivers will open their doors for an atmospheric voyage of discovery along the most beautiful waterfront catering locations.

Stroll along the Langendijk, the Lingehaven and Buiten de Waterpoort and taste something different everywhere: small winter dishes, surprising bites, sweet temptations, good wines and creative cocktails. The festival works with two shifts, an afternoon and an evening round. so you can enjoy everything the Gorcum catering industry has to offer in peace and quiet.

One ticket gives access to both shifts and at each participating location you will receive a special dish or drink created for this winter edition. Delightful after-Christmas afterglow, extra cosy in town and plenty of flavour by the water. Tickets are available from VVV Gorinchem.