Craftsmen's Market Mühlenmuseum (September)

The International Mill Museum

The International Mill Museum Gifhorn is one of Northern Germany's most extraordinary museum complexes. Over several decades, mills from all over the world – including from the Netherlands, Russia, Greece, Portugal, and Korea – have been rebuilt in their original form on extensive open-air grounds on the outskirts of the city. In addition, there are historic farm buildings, workshops, a church, and a bread house, making the site a walkable museum village. The market uses this extraordinary backdrop as its setting.

Profile of the Craftsmen's Market

The Craftsmen's Market is aimed at visitors who appreciate handmade products beyond mass-produced goods. Pottery, woodwork, jewelry, textile art, leather goods, glasswork, candles, natural cosmetics, and culinary specialties from small manufacturers make up the assortment. The selection of exhibitors is made by the museum and emphasizes quality, regional connection, and craftsmanship substance.

Twice a Year

The Mill Museum hosts two craftsmen's markets per year: one in May with a Mother's Day theme and one in September as an autumnal counterpart. While the May market is more spring-oriented, emphasizing plants, seasonal products, and gifts, the September market has an autumnal-seasonal character with harvest festival connections, candles, warm fabrics, and winter gift ideas.

Gifhorn as a Destination

Gifhorn is located at the transition between the Lüneburg Heath and the Braunschweig region. In addition to the Mill Museum, the historic 16th-century castle, the old town with its market square, and the recreational area around the Aller river are also attractions. A visit to the market can be combined with a city tour or a walk along the water.