Lauenburg Christmas Market at the Castle
Set around Lauenburg Castle, this festive market features artisan craft stalls, food, and a colorful music program on the Christmas stage. As darkness falls, numerous lights transform the grounds into a sea of colors alongside illuminated Christmas angels and fairytale figures available for photos. Visitors can also watch Frau Holle make it snow from the castle tower.
What to Expect
Traditional Christmas market surrounding Lauenburg Castle with fairytale characters and lights.
Event Details
Ages
All ages
Neighborhood
Old Town
Timed Entry
No
Organizer
Wirtschaftliche Vereinigung Lauenburg e.V. (WVL)
Food & Drink
Gastronomy vendors are invited to participate.
Local Insight & Ratings
Family Friendly
Best For
Families with young children
Vibe
Festive and storybook
Energy Level
Moderate
Photo Friendly
High
Weather Sensitivity
Moderate
Location
Tips & Advice
- Bring a camera to capture the illuminated Christmas angels and fairy-tale figures, which the event page highlights as photo motifs.
- Visit after dark to see the many lights turn the market into a sea of colors.
- Go Saturday, December 5, if children want to meet St. Nicholas, who is scheduled to give gifts to young visitors.
- Choose Saturday or Sunday to catch Frau Holle and her fairy-tale characters making it snow from the castle tower.
- Dress warmly for an outdoor market, especially if you plan to stay after dark for the lights.
Special Events & Promotions
- Frau Holle and her fairy-tale figures make it snow from the castle tower on Saturday and Sunday.
- St. Nicholas visits the young market-goers with gifts on Saturday, December 5.
- New this year: Margit Stöver plans the arts-and-crafts section.
Quick Actions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is there for children?
On Saturday and Sunday, Frau Holle and her fairy-tale figures make it snow from the castle tower. On Saturday, December 5, St. Nicholas visits the young market-goers and hands out gifts.
Is it worth staying after dark?
Yes. Once it gets dark, a large number of lights turn the market into a sea of color.
Are there good photo spots?
The illuminated Christmas angels and fairy-tale figures are back again this year for photos.
Is there live entertainment?
Yes, there is a music program on the Christmas stage again this year.
How can I get a stall?
Food vendors register through the WVL registration form. Artisans apply through Margit Stöver, who is new in charge of the crafts section. Read the market rules before you register. Online registrations get an email confirmation, while postal ones only hear back if the stall is rejected or something is unclear.
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