Weihnachtsschicht im Oberharzer Bergwerksmuseum
Set amid the industrial heritage of the Upper Harz mining region, this event pairs holiday cheer with mining history across the decorated museum grounds. Visitors can browse regional arts and crafts, sample warm drinks and seasonal treats, and join guided tours through the show mine illuminated by more than 200 festive lights. The festivities feature live music from brass choirs and singers, readings partly in local dialect, and a visit from Santa Claus.
What to Expect
Atmospheric mining Christmas market with illuminated underground show mine tours.
Event Details
Food & Drink
The event offers mulled wine, punch, Lumumba, sweet treats, and savory food.
Local Insight & Ratings
Family Friendly
Best For
Families and visitors interested in mining heritage
Vibe
Festive and historic
Energy Level
Moderate
Budget
€
Photo Friendly
High
Weather Sensitivity
Moderate
Location
Know Before You Go
- Tickets: Christmas market: adults €4.00; reduced admission €2.50. Christmas market with guided mine tour: adults €7.50; reduced admission €4.50. Reduced admission applies to children, students, apprentices and people with disabilities on presentation of valid identification.
- Hours: Saturday and Sunday: event 11:00–18:00; guided tours of the illuminated show mine start at 11:00 and run every half hour until 17:00.
Tips & Advice
- Sign up for a mine tour at the on-site ticket counter; tours run every half hour.
- Bring valid identification to claim reduced admission if you are a child, student, apprentice, or visitor with a disability.
- Bring your Harzer Wandernadel booklet so you can collect the event’s special stamp.
- Visit the Oberharzer Geschichts- und Museumsverein stand to mint a commemorative coin as a keepsake or gift.
- Check before travelling whether the event will take place and whether its provisional programme has changed.
Special Events & Promotions
- Reduced admission is available to children, students, apprentices and people with disabilities who present valid identification.
- Children can bake bread over the winter fire on Saturday.
- Santa Claus and his angels visit on Sunday.
Quick Actions
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the event suitable for families?
Yes. It is described as an experience for the whole family, and children can join the Saturday campfire bread-baking activity.
How do I join a guided mine tour?
Sign up at the on-site ticket counter. Tours of the illuminated show mine run every half hour.
What food and drink can visitors find?
Stalls offer mulled wine, punch, Lumumba, sweet treats and hearty food.
What can children do at the event?
Children can bake bread over the winter fire on Saturday. Santa Claus and his angels visit on Sunday.
Who qualifies for reduced admission?
Children, students, apprentices and people with disabilities qualify when they present valid identification.
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