Illustration of a christmas market scene (Greizer Weihnachtsmarkt im Schlossgarten)
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Greizer Weihnachtsmarkt im Schlossgarten

Set against the architectural backdrop of the Lower Castle and St. Marien church, the market fills the castle gardens with decorated stalls and holiday goods. Visitors can enjoy an entertainment program on the small stage featuring live music, brass ensembles, and dance. Children can meet Santa Claus and Frau Holle daily, with an opportunity to share wishes and recite poems.

What to Expect

Features East Thuringia's largest Schwibbogen shining from the castle terrace.

Event Details

Ages

All ages

Timed Entry

No

Organizer

Greizer Freizeit- und Dienstleistungs-GmbH & Co

Local Insight & Ratings

Family Friendly

🎄 🎄 🎄 🎄 🎄 (5/5)

Best For

Families with young children

Vibe

Festive and historic

Energy Level

Moderate

Photo Friendly

High

Weather Sensitivity

Moderate

Location

Schlossgarten Greiz
07973 Greiz, Germany
Greiz

Tips & Advice

  • Have the kids learn a short Christmas poem before you go, so they can recite it to Santa during his daily consultation hour.
  • Look up toward the castle terrace, where the largest Schwibbogen in East Thuringia shines over the stalls in the castle garden.
  • Leave time at the small stage, where dance, live music and brass groups perform during the market.
  • Santa Claus and Frau Holle are there every day, so children can meet them whichever day you visit.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is there for children?

Santa Claus and Frau Holle are at the market every day. During Santa's 'consultation hour', children can recite Christmas poems and verses and tell him their wishes.

What is on the stage?

The small stage has a program of dance, live music and brass groups.

What is the big lit arch over the market?

It is the largest Schwibbogen in East Thuringia. It shines from the castle terrace over the castle garden, with the Lower Castle, St. Marien church and the former grammar school behind it.

How can traders apply for a stall?

The organiser team offers a 2026 application card and a 2026 master data sheet to download. The team is at Burgstraße 8 in Greiz.

Tags

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Contributors & Updates

Last Updated: Oct 21, 2026
Original Submitter: Sep 17, 2025 The Christmas Events Near Me editorial team