Royal Winter Magic
Visitors can tour elaborately decorated royal chambers, including the Count's Hall featuring a twelve-metre-long dining table set with imperial service and a seven-metre-high Christmas tree. The Catholic castle chapel hosts an exhibition displaying the history of glass Christmas decorations. Outside, large-scale illuminations light the courtyard façades as a court juggler blows soap bubbles, puppets dance on Cinderella's stage, and Father Christmas makes occasional appearances.
What to Expect
Elaborate royal Christmas exhibition and courtyard illuminations inside Hohenzollern Castle.
Event Details
Ages
All ages
Timed Entry
Yes
Organizer
Burg Hohenzollern
Food & Drink
Options include winter menus (order at least three days ahead), Royal Tea Time (reserve at least three working days ahead and a Winter Magic ticket is required), game and red sausages, waffles, mulled wine, garden snacks, and coffee and cake on a donation basis.
Local Insight & Ratings
Family Friendly
Best For
Families and visitors who enjoy festive history
Vibe
Regal and festive
Energy Level
Moderate
Budget
€€
Photo Friendly
High
Weather Sensitivity
Moderate
Location
Know Before You Go
- Tickets: Adults / seniors: €29.00; discounted ticket for pupils, students and people with disabilities: €19.00; children 4–11: €9.00; children 0–3: €1.00. Free ticket holders and members of the Friends of Hohenzollern Castle have free admission but must book a corresponding free ticket in the ticket shop. Royal Tea Time costs €38.00 per person and requires a Winter Magic admission ticket. – Get tickets
- Hours: Daily 15:00–21:00; last admission to castle grounds 20:00; last admission to museum rooms 20:30; museum rooms close at 21:00; castle grounds close at 21:30. Royal Tea Time: daily on opening days, 15:00–17:00.
- Parking: The shuttle bus runs between the P1 visitor parking lot and the Eagle's Gate every 10 minutes from 2:45 pm on Royal Winter Magic days. The last shuttle from the castle to the parking lot is at 9:30 pm. Coach visitors should contact the Visitor Information Centre in advance because only a few coach parking spaces are left.
Tips & Advice
- Buy tickets online before travelling, since availability at the on-site terminal or cash desk is not guaranteed.
- Take the P1-to-Eagle’s Gate shuttle, which runs every 10 minutes from 2:45 pm; the final return bus leaves the castle at 9:30 pm.
- Reserve Royal Tea Time at least three working days ahead; it runs daily on event opening days and requires a Winter Magic admission ticket.
- Order winter menus at least three days in advance, and reserve a table if you want to dine at the restaurant.
- Coach groups should contact the Visitor Information Centre before arrival because only a few coach parking spaces remain.
Special Events & Promotions
- Children aged 0–3 and 4–11 have reduced admission.
- Pupils, students and people with disabilities have reduced admission.
- Free ticket holders and Friends of Hohenzollern Castle members receive free admission but must book a free ticket.
- Puppets perform on Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays, and daily during the holidays.
- Royal Tea Time is a separately bookable add-on and requires a Winter Magic admission ticket.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Who can get a discounted ticket?
Pupils, students and people with disabilities can get a discounted ticket. Free ticket holders and Friends of Hohenzollern Castle members still need to book a corresponding free ticket.
Should I buy tickets ahead of time?
Online purchase is recommended because ticket availability at the on-site terminal or cash desk is not guaranteed.
What is included in Royal Winter Magic?
The exhibition includes decorated castle chambers, the Count’s Hall display, a glass Christmas decorations exhibition in the chapel and illuminated courtyard façades.
What food and drink can visitors find?
Options include winter menus, vegetarian and vegan dishes, courtyard huts serving sausages, waffles and mulled wine, snacks, and coffee and cake at Café Kira.
Can I book a separate dining experience?
Royal Tea Time can be booked on opening days and requires a Winter Magic admission ticket. It does not offer vegan or gluten-free options.
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