Bavaria's Grand Garden Festival in the Park of the Renaissance Castle
The Gartentage at Schloss Tüßling have been held annually in early July since 2004 in the park of Tüßling Castle in the Lower Bavarian district of Altötting, Bavaria. They are organized by Lohde Veranstaltungs-GmbH, which specializes in high-quality garden fairs at historic venues. Schloss Tüßling – a Renaissance complex with a charming castle park, pond, and linden avenue – provides the ideal backdrop for a festival that combines plants, garden and landscape design, living, and lifestyle.
During the three festival days, the park transforms into a curated stage for around 180 exhibitors in the fields of plants and perennials, garden and landscape design, garden and home accessories, garden furniture, tools, ceramics, sculptures, art, and woodwork. The exhibitors are carefully selected, which has earned the Gartentage a reputation as a quality fair beyond Bavaria's borders.
The market section is complemented by a diverse supporting program: expert lectures on topics such as soil care, plant selection, and sustainable gardening, workshops for hobby gardeners, children's activities with planting schools, and concerts on the castle terrace featuring classical and acoustic music.
A gastronomic mile with about 15 selected stalls caters to culinary delights: regional products, organic specialties, cakes and coffee, non-alcoholic summer drinks, and Bavarian and Austrian cuisine – Tüßling is only about 30 kilometers from Salzburg. The organizers emphasize a sustainable approach, promoting the avoidance of single-use plastics through reusable 'Gartentage bags' made of Fairtrade organic cotton.
With around 30,000 visitors per event, the Gartentage at Schloss Tüßling are among the largest garden fairs in Southern Germany. The Lohde event group also offers similar garden days in May and September at other castles in southern Germany – however, Tüßling in early July marks the highlight of the season.
For its 22nd edition, the 2026 Gartentage will be under the motto 'Gardens Through the Ages'. For three days, around 180 selected exhibitors will present their offerings in the castle park, from perennial growers to sculpture artists and furniture manufacturers.
Accompanying this, expert lectures, workshops, and children's activities invite participation. Classical and acoustic ensembles will perform on the castle terrace, while the gourmet mile with about 15 stalls will offer regional specialties, organic products, and coffee creations. In 2026, the organizers will again focus on sustainability, including reusable bags made from Fairtrade organic cotton.
Friday, July 3, 2026, 10:00 AM–6:30 PM: Festive opening day with exhibitor reception, first concerts on the castle terrace, and afternoon lectures.
Saturday, July 4, 2026, 9:30 AM–6:30 PM: Main visitor day with full concert schedule on the terrace, workshops for hobby gardeners, children's planting activities, and sculpture tours through the park.
Sunday, July 5, 2026, 9:30 AM–6:30 PM: Family day with music, plant swap, and closing festivities with awards for the most beautiful stands.
Tickets for the 2026 Gartentage are available via the official website www.garten-schloss-tuessling.de. Advance purchase is cheaper than the box office; discounts for children, teenagers, and groups. Multi-day tickets available. Dogs on a leash are welcome.
Tüßling is located in the Altötting district of Upper Bavaria, about 90 kilometers east of Munich and 30 kilometers west of Salzburg. By car, take the A 94 (exit Tüßling or Altötting). By train to Tüßling – the castle park is just a few minutes' walk from the station. A park-and-ride service with shuttles will be provided during the event.
Tickets are cheaper when purchased in advance through the official website than at the box office. Discounts for children, teenagers, and groups.
Early arrival is recommended – the peak times between 11 AM and 3 PM are usually the busiest. Those who wish to enjoy the concerts on the castle terrace should plan a break on Saturday afternoon. Multi-day tickets offer the advantage of experiencing the program at a relaxed pace. Dogs on a leash are welcome.
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