Benznickelmarkt Neustadt
Held on the historic market square, this open-air Christmas market features market stalls selling holiday gifts alongside local musical performances by brass bands and school choirs. Visitors can browse the exhibition 'Spielzeug unterm Weihnachtsbaum' and enjoy treats such as waffles, potato pancakes, chestnuts, fish rolls, and mulled wine. Later in the event, the Benznickel—the local incarnation of Saint Nicholas—arrives in a grey coat with a beard and rattling chains to hand out traditional Spitzweck pastries to children.
What to Expect
Breuberg's traditional Christmas market featuring the arrival of the Benznickel.
Event Details
Food & Drink
Market offerings include mulled wine, hot apple juice and Feuerzangenbowle, plus waffles, potato pancakes, pretzels, fish rolls, roasted chestnuts and pizza pockets.
Local Insight & Ratings
Family Friendly
Best For
Families with children
Vibe
Traditional and festive
Energy Level
Low
Budget
Free
Photo Friendly
High
Weather Sensitivity
Moderate
Know Before You Go
- Tickets: Free of charge.
- Hours: 15:00–20:00.
Tips & Advice
- Dress for an open-air market, as the stalls and program are on the historic market square.
- Consider taking the train to Höchst and connecting with bus 21 to Breuberg-Neustadt Markt.
- If driving from Erbach, follow the B45 to Höchst and then the B426 to Breuberg-Neustadt Marktplatz.
- Bring children by the supervised craft corner if they want to make Christmas decorations.
Special Events & Promotions
- The Benznickel appears late in the event and gives children Spitzweck pastries.
Quick Actions
Frequently Asked Questions
Is there anything for children to do?
Children can use the supervised craft corner to make Christmas decorations, and schoolchildren contribute poems and the toy exhibition.
What can visitors see and hear at the market?
The program includes Christmas music from the Breuberg musicians and school choir, poetry, and the “Toys under the Christmas Tree” exhibition.
What food and drinks are available?
Stalls offer mulled wine, hot apple juice, waffles, potato pancakes, pretzels, fish rolls, roasted chestnuts, pizza pockets and Feuerzangenbowle, with a bar.
Does the Benznickel visit the market?
Yes. The Benznickel appears late in the event and gives children traditional Spitzweck pastries.
How can I get there by public transport?
Take the VIAS train to Höchst station, then bus 21 to Breuberg-Neustadt Markt.
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