Christmas Market at Kronborg Castle
Visitors can browse cozy stalls selling local crafts and gifts across the decorated halls and courtyard of Kronborg Castle. Entertainment includes live choral singing, Christmas bingo, beer tastings, and dancing around the Christmas tree in the ballroom. Families can join yule goat hunts, meet Santa Claus, make ornaments in creative workshops, and sample warm apple dumplings and pancakes.
What to Expect
Festive holiday market inside and around a historic UNESCO World Heritage castle.
Event Details
Duration
Visitors can stay as long as they like after arriving within their selected time slot.
Ages
All ages
Timed Entry
Yes
Organizer
Kronborg Castle
Food & Drink
Food stalls offer seasonal delicacies and treats, including warm apple dumplings and pancakes; visitors can also enjoy mulled wine and beer tastings.
Local Insight & Ratings
Family Friendly
Best For
Families with children
Vibe
Festive and historic
Energy Level
Moderate
Budget
$$$
Photo Friendly
High
Weather Sensitivity
Moderate
Location
Know Before You Go
- Tickets: Adults: 150 kr. (135 kr. online). Children: free, but they still need a ticket with a time slot. The ticket also gives access to the castle, exhibitions, the casemates and Holger the Dane. – Get tickets
- Hours: Arrival time slots: 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM; 1:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
- Parking: The page recommends public transport or allowing plenty of time to find a parking space because the market has many visitors.
- Accessibility: Activities take place throughout the castle and involve stairs; there is no elevator or lift.
- Pets: Dogs aren't allowed in the castle, even in a bag. Service and guide dogs are welcome.
Tips & Advice
- Save a screenshot of your tickets on your phone before you arrive, because the mobile connection at Kronborg can be poor.
- Take the coastal train from Copenhagen to Helsingør and walk along the harbor, because market crowds make parking near the castle hard to find.
- Wear comfortable shoes, because the market and activities are spread through the whole castle with lots of stairs and no lift.
- Bring a baby carrier instead of a stroller, because strollers have to stay outside and large backpacks aren't allowed in the castle.
- Pick your arrival slot carefully when you book, because tickets can't be refunded and the date can't be changed.
Special Events & Promotions
- Tickets cost less when you buy them online.
- Children get in free but still need a ticket with a time slot.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Kronborg Christmas market good for children?
Yes, it's made for the whole family. Kids can join the yule goat hunt for prizes and meet Santa when he dances around the tree in the ballroom. They can also hear Christmas tales, watch Frozen and make decorations to take home in the creative workshop.
Do I need to book ahead?
Yes, buy your ticket in advance and pick an arrival time slot. Children need a ticket with a time slot too, even though they get in free. Tickets may also be sold at Brohuset in front of the castle if any are left.
Is the market indoors or outdoors?
Both. It spreads through the castle's decorated halls and ballroom and out into the courtyard.
What food and drink is there?
You'll find food stalls with treats, warm apple dumplings and pancakes in the courtyard, and mulled wine. There's also a beer tasting.
Can I bring a stroller or a big bag?
Strollers aren't allowed inside the castle and must be parked where staff tell you. Large backpacks and luggage aren't allowed either, but the cloakroom is free.
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