Rochlitzer Castle Christmas
Visitors can wander the festive market stalls offering culinary specialties, mulled wine, and roasted almonds, as well as medieval craft demonstrations. Entertainment includes theater, storytelling, music, dancing, and a fire show with fireworks. Children can take part in face painting, crafting, baking cookies, and making stick bread, with Santa Claus also making an appearance.
What to Expect
Advent castle market featuring medieval crafts, entertainment, and holiday treats.
Event Details
Ages
Yes
Timed Entry
No
Organizer
travdo hotels & resorts GmbH
Food & Drink
The market offers culinary specialties, mulled wine and roasted almonds.
Local Insight & Ratings
Family Friendly
Best For
Families with children
Vibe
Festive and medieval
Energy Level
Moderate
Budget
€
Photo Friendly
High
Weather Sensitivity
Moderate
Location
Know Before You Go
- Tickets: €5.00 per person; €2.50 for pupils. – Get tickets
- Hours: 12 Dec 2026: 14:00–20:00; 13 Dec 2026: 12:00–19:00.
Tips & Advice
- Buy your tickets online ahead of time through the organiser's ticket shop, so you can walk straight into the castle market.
- Leave your Schlösserlandkarte at home, because it is not valid for the museum on either market day.
- Expect only a shortened museum tour during the market, so plan a separate visit if you want to see the full castle exhibition.
- Let children try the stick bread, cookie baking, crafts and face painting, and keep an eye out for Santa walking the grounds.
- Dress warmly for an outdoor castle visit, especially if you stay for the fire show and fireworks.
Special Events & Promotions
- Reduced-price admission for pupils.
Quick Actions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is there for kids?
Children can do crafts and face painting, cook stick bread over the fire and bake cookies. Santa Claus also walks around the market.
What entertainment is planned?
The program includes storytelling and theater, music and dance, and a fire show with fireworks. The detailed program is still to come.
What food and drink is there?
There is mulled wine, roasted almonds and a range of other food.
Can I visit the castle museum on market days?
Only a shortened museum tour is open on both market days. The Schlösserlandkarte is not valid for museum entry on these days.
Is there a medieval market?
Yes. Craftspeople give live demonstrations at the medieval market.
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