Fallersleber Weihnachtszauber

Fallersleben — A District with a Castle

Fallersleben, once an independent town and the birthplace of the poet Hoffmann von Fallersleben, is now a district of Wolfsburg. At its heart is the 16th-century Renaissance castle, which houses the Hoffmann-von-Fallersleben Museum and transforms into a festive stage on the second weekend of Advent.

Castle Courtyard, Vaulted Cellar, and Twinkling Lights

Wooden stalls are arranged around the inner courtyard, illuminated with fir branches, fairy lights, and candles. The adjacent vaulted cellar serves as a sheltered market hall, creating a special atmosphere within its historic walls. The design emphasizes craftsmanship and regionality — many stalls are run by local clubs, initiatives, and small manufacturers.

Culinary Delights and Accompanying Program

Classically, the market offers mulled wine, punch, bratwurst, potato pancakes, candied almonds, crêpes, sweets, and winter soups. In addition, there are stalls with Advent decorations, candles, wool products, jewelry, and wood crafts. The Weihnachtszauber is accompanied musically by choirs, brass ensembles, and small concerts in the vaulted cellar.

An Evening in Fallersleben

Those planning an evening can combine the market with a stroll through the historic old town and a visit to the Hoffmann-von-Fallersleben Museum. Restaurants and inns near the castle provide culinary breaks.

Tradition on the Second Weekend of Advent

With its timing on the second weekend of Advent, the Fallersleber Weihnachtszauber meaningfully complements the extensive Wolfsburg Christmas market program: quieter, smaller, and more focused on regional character than the large city center market.