Gartenfest Corvey 2026 — Höxter

Three Days of Garden Elegance in a UNESCO World Heritage Site

The Gartenfest Corvey is one of Germany's most beautiful garden fairs — on par with competitors in Schwetzingen, Trauttmansdorff, or Schloss Ippenburg. What sets Corvey apart: the private castle garden of the von Ratibor family, normally not publicly accessible, opens its doors for three days to an international audience of garden lovers, designers, and architects. The next edition will take place from Friday, July 31 to Sunday, August 2, 2026.

When and Where?

• Dates: Friday, July 31 to Sunday, August 2, 2026
• Opening Hours: 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM (all three days)
• Location: Schloss Corvey, Höxter (UNESCO World Heritage Site)
• Organizer: Kulturkreis Höxter-Corvey gGmbH

Over 120 International Exhibitors

More than 120 selected exhibitors will present their collections in the expansive castle gardens. The curation is strict — mass-produced goods or discount assortments are excluded.

Rare Plants

Dutch nurseries will bring palms, Mediterranean plants, container plants, and exotic climbers. French exhibitors will showcase roses, lavender, and herbs from Provence. English plant designers will feature perennials and cottage garden classics. Tuscan fruit trees (lemons, oranges, pomegranates) and olive trees are among the visual highlights of the festival.

Garden Furniture and Design

High-quality garden furniture made from teak, iron, and natural stone. Scandinavian design brands with minimalist aesthetics. Pavilions, pergolas, water features, sculptures, and sunshades.

Art Objects and Antiques

English antique dealers will bring garden decorations from old English manor houses: troughs, fountains, sundials, and sculptures. Art objects by contemporary sculptors in a garden style.

Fashion and Lifestyle

Expanded assortment: Cashmere fashion, English home accessories, regional floristry (floral wreaths), natural cosmetics, and leather goods.

International Culinary Delights

One of the hallmarks of Gartenfest Corvey is its exceptional culinary diversity:

• Alsatian Flammkuchen and French wine
• Austrian sausages and schnitzel
• Greek olive oil, olives, and tapenade
• Tuscan almond cookies and cantuccini
• Local Westphalian specialties (Pumpernickel, ham, cheese)
• Coffee specialties, ice cream, and patisserie

Schloss Corvey — UNESCO World Heritage Site

Schloss Corvey is a former Benedictine abbey with roots dating back to the 9th century — founded as a Carolingian Imperial Abbey, it was one of the most powerful spiritual centers of the early Middle Ages in Germany. The Westwerk of the abbey church has been a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 2014. Today, the estate is privately owned by Prince Viktor V., Duke of Ratibor. The private castle garden — usually inaccessible — opens its doors for three days to an international audience.

Höxter and the Weser Uplands

Höxter is located in the district of Höxter in eastern Westphalia, on the Weser river, in the hilly Weser Uplands. An ideal weekend destination for garden enthusiasts: castle tours, Westwerk visits, walks along the Weser, and strolls through Höxter's historic old town. The Krukenburg Robber's Cave and the nearby Hannoversche Klippen complement the tourist program.