The backdrop at Königstein Fortress, covering an area of around 13 soccer pitches, sets the mood for Christmas with ancient arts & crafts, folk art, historical Christmas music & treats. 250 fir trees, a pyramid and a Christmas stable with live animals create the ambience, around 1.3 km of fairy lights bathe the spectacle in cozy light and Santa Claus, Advent calendar, Secret Santa workshop, fairy tale game and Secret Santa train are children's favourites.
The Historic-Romantic Christmas Market Königstein takes place every Advent weekend at Königstein Fortress. Handcrafted stalls, historical costumes, copper kettles over an open fire: it is a celebration of the traditional. One specialty is the homemade Saxon eggnog, as creamy as custard.
The Christmas market at Königstein Fortress is a barrier-free Christmas market.
When: 30.11. - 22.12.2024 (only at the weekend)
Where: Königstein Fortress
Opening hours: Sat, Sun: 9 am - 7 pm
Admission: €15/12, family ticket €23-38
Due to the expected large crowds, tickets must be purchased online in advance (click here for online ticket shop).
Program
Advent magic on the Königstein - a celebration of the handmade
- Handcrafted stalls based on historical models made from wooden slats and fabric panels
- Traders offer their wares in traditional costumes.
- Goulash soup and fortress punch steam in large copper pots over open fires.
- Demonstration of traditional crafts
- Stage program with folk, dance and artistry
- Puppet theater for the whole family in Magdalenenburg Castle
- Live animals in the nativity scene
- Weather-protected strolling area in the underground casemates
- Special opening of the exhibition "Along the Elbe - Old Saxony in paintings from the Wolfgang Donath Collection"
- Organ music in Saxony's oldest garrison church
The SterneDom - a magical light and acoustic experience
- Countless Herrnhut stars illuminate the Dunkle Appareille, the historic fortress staircase, in a warm light and create a fairytale atmosphere in the vaults filled with Gregorian chants.