Mülheimer Weihnachtstreff
Visitors step into a medieval holiday atmosphere illuminated by candlelight, torches, and fire bowls within the historic castle grounds. Costumed actors portray scenes of the Christmas story in Latin and Middle High German, alongside wandering jesters, craftsmen, and musicians. Guests can explore living history encampments, ride a historic carousel, and browse merchant stalls offering handcrafted goods, tavern fare, and hot mulled wine.
What to Expect
Atmospheric medieval Christmas market with living history and traditional Nativity plays.
Event Details
Ages
All ages
Neighborhood
Altstadt
Timed Entry
No
Organizer
Mülheimer Stadtmarketing und Tourismus GmbH (MST)
Food & Drink
Enjoy baked goods, smoked food, hot mulled wine, and cocoa by the campfire.
Local Insight & Ratings
Family Friendly
Best For
Families and fans of medieval history
Vibe
Medieval and atmospheric
Energy Level
Moderate
Budget
€
Photo Friendly
High
Weather Sensitivity
Moderate
Location
Know Before You Go
- Tickets: Adults: 10,00 €; children: 6,00 € (under 14); reduced: 9,00 € (for people in costume and guests with a disability ID); family: 29,00 € (2 adults and max. 3 children). 2026 annual pass: adults 38,00 €, family 68,00 €; it allows multiple admission to Pfingst-Spektakulum 2026 and Broicher Schlossweihnacht 2026.
- Hours: Saturdays: 13 bis 22 Uhr; Sundays: 11 bis 20 Uhr.
- Parking: Nearby parking is available at the Stadthalle car park on Bergstraße (about a 5-minute walk), city-centre parking garages such as Park One (about a 10-minute walk), and other parking spaces or bays in the area. Public transport directions are also given.
- Accessibility: The open-air event is wheelchair accessible and stroller-friendly, with free admission for accompanying persons of wheelchair users.
Tips & Advice
- Come in medieval costume to get reduced admission. Guests who show a disability ID get the same discount.
- Families of two adults and up to three children should buy the family ticket. Children under 14 pay the child rate.
- Park at the Stadthalle car park on Bergstraße, about a five-minute walk away, or use a city-centre garage such as Park One, about ten minutes on foot.
- Take the bus or U-Bahn to the Schloß Broich stop, served by bus lines 125, 131, 135 and 752 and U-Bahn lines 102 and 901.
- Dress warmly, since the whole market is open-air and the mulled wine and cocoa are served around the campfire.
Special Events & Promotions
- Reduced admission for guests who come in medieval costume.
- Reduced admission for guests with a disability ID.
- Family ticket covers two adults and up to three children.
- The 2026 annual pass allows repeat entry to the Broicher Schlossweihnacht 2026.
Quick Actions
Frequently Asked Questions
Is it good for kids?
Yes. It suits children of every age, families and groups, and the grounds are stroller-friendly.
What is there to see?
Knights, castle maidens, craftspeople and jesters set the medieval scene. Every day, costumed actors perform scenes from the Christmas story in Latin and Middle High German. There is also a traditional nativity play and a medieval camp where you can see how people lived.
What is there to eat and drink?
There's hot mulled wine and cocoa by the campfire, plus baked goods, smoked food and dishes from medieval cooking.
Where should I park?
Use the Stadthalle car park on Bergstraße, about a five-minute walk. City-centre garages such as Park One are about ten minutes on foot, and there are more spaces in the surrounding streets.
Can I get there by public transport?
Yes. The Schloß Broich stop is served by bus lines 125, 131, 135 and 752 and U-Bahn lines 102 and 901. Other lines stop at Stadtmitte, about a ten-minute walk away.
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