Illustration of a christmas market scene (Winterzauber Herrenhausen)
Christmas Markets

Winterzauber Herrenhausen

Set against the backdrop of Schloss Herrenhausen, the courtyard, gallery, and avenue are decorated with light garlands and decorated Christmas trees. Around 130 exhibitors present arts and crafts, festive decorations, home accessories, and gifts. Visitors can browse the stalls while enjoying seasonal treats like roasted almonds, cookies, mulled wine, and hot punch.

What to Expect

Pre-Christmas market featuring around 130 exhibitors at Schloss Herrenhausen.

Event Details

Ages

All ages

Timed Entry

No

Organizer

Messen.de PRObusiness GmbH

Food & Drink

Visitors can enjoy roasted almonds, cookies, mulled wine, and hot punch.

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Local Insight & Ratings

Family Friendly

🎄 🎄 🎄 ⚪ ⚪ (3/5)

Best For

Christmas shoppers and craft lovers

Vibe

Festive and elegant

Energy Level

Moderate

Budget

€

Photo Friendly

High

Weather Sensitivity

Moderate

Location

Galerie Herrenhausen
Herrenhäuser Straße 3a, 30419 Hannover
Hannover, NI
30419

Know Before You Go

  • Tickets: Adults: €15; reduced admission: €13 for people with severe disabilities, students, and pupils with valid ID; children up to 17 enter free; groups of 20 or more: €13 per person. – Get tickets
  • Hours: October 28: 13:00–20:00; October 29–31: 11:00–21:00; November 1: 11:00–19:00.
  • Accessibility: Barrier-free toilets are available on-site.

Tips & Advice

  • Bring cash, because card payment at the market is only possible to a limited extent.
  • Buy your tickets online in advance at gartenfestivals.de, or come once the day ticket offices open 30 minutes before the market starts.
  • Arrive more than an hour before closing, because last entry is one hour before the market ends each day.
  • Bring valid ID if you are a student, a pupil or have a severe disability, since you need it to get reduced admission.
  • Bring the whole family, since children up to 17 get in free and the market welcomes visitors big and small.

Special Events & Promotions

  • Children up to 17 get in free.
  • Reduced admission for people with severe disabilities, students and pupils who show valid ID.
  • Group rate for parties of 20 or more.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is it suitable for children?

Yes. The market welcomes visitors big and small, and children up to 17 get in free.

What can I buy?

Around 130 exhibitors sell arts and crafts, Christmas decorations, things to make your home cozy and plenty of gift ideas.

What is there to eat and drink?

Mulled wine, hot punch, cookies and roasted almonds.

Can I pay by card?

Only to a limited extent, so bring cash.

Can I buy tickets in advance?

Yes, online at gartenfestivals.de. The day ticket offices open 30 minutes before the market starts, and last entry is one hour before closing.

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Christmas marketholiday marketseasonal activitiesfestive foodhandmade craftsunique giftsfamily friendlycommunity celebrationholiday shoppingartisanal products

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