Name: Grünewalder Adventstraum — Christmas Market Schloss Grünewald 2026
Start: 2026-11-27T00:00:00+00:00
End: 2026-12-20T00:00:00+00:00
Location: Schloss Grünewald, Solingen-Gräfrath

Grünewalder Adventstraum

About Grünewalder Adventstraum

As dusk envelops Schloss Grünewald in Gräfrath, the 1,500 meters of fairy lights begin to glow. Torches line the paths, fire pits provide warmth, and around 100 exhibitors present jewellery, ceramics, textiles, and art in the pavilions. The Grünewalder Adventstraum at Schloss Grünewald (Solingen) celebrates its 21st edition in 2026 and is one of the most atmospheric Christmas markets between Düsseldorf and Cologne. Flammkuchen, suckling pig, raclette, and mulled wine included.

Dates 27 Nov — 20 Dec 2026

Venue Solingen (05122)

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Edition 2026

Grünewalder Adventstraum — edition 2026

21st edition of the Grünewalder Adventstraum over four Advent weekends in December 2026, Schloss Grünewald in Solingen-Gräfrath. Approx. 100 exhibitors with arts and crafts, jewellery, ceramics, textiles. Flammkuchen, suckling pig, raclette, mulled wine. 1,500 m of fairy lights. Children up to 16 years free.

Dates (provisional)

1st Advent: November 27–29, 2026
2nd Advent: December 4–6, 2026
3rd Advent: December 11–13, 2026
4th Advent: December 18–20, 2026

Opening Hours

Friday 2 PM–9 PM (admission until 8 PM)
Saturday/Sunday 11 AM–8 PM (admission until 7 PM)

What to Expect

~100 exhibitors (arts and crafts, jewellery, ceramics, textiles)
1,500 m of fairy lights, torches, fire pits
Flammkuchen, suckling pig, raclette, candied almonds, mulled wine
Wishing Star Fairy, gingerbread house crafting, medieval games
Shuttle bus from Dyckerfeld industrial area (€2 round trip, Sat/Sun)

Highlights Grünewalder Adventstraum 2026

21st edition. Over 1,500 m of fairy lights. ~100 exhibitors. Children up to 16 years free entry. Shuttle service from Dyckerfeld.

Programme Grünewalder Adventstraum 2026

Programme Highlights 2026 (four Advent weekends)

Exhibitors & Crafts

Approx. 100 curated exhibitors offering jewellery, ceramics, textiles, paintings, sculptures

Culinary Delights

Alsatian Flammkuchen from a wood-fired oven
Roasted suckling pig
Swiss raclette
Candied almonds, roasted chestnuts
Mulled wine, punch (dry to sweet)

Family Programme

Wishing Star tent with fairy
Gingerbread house crafting
Medieval games, magicians, dragon trails

Light Installation

Over 1,500 meters of fairy lights
Torches along all paths
Fire pits for warming up

Prices Grünewalder Adventstraum 2026

Adult ticket required (exact prices at schloss-gruenewald.de). Children under 16 free. Shuttle €2 round trip.

Practical information

Practical information — Grünewalder Adventstraum

Getting There

Schloss Grünewald, Solingen-Gräfrath. By car via the A46 (exit Solingen). Parking at the castle is limited; the recommended option is the car park in the Dyckerfeld industrial area with a shuttle service (€2 round trip, Saturdays and Sundays).

Opening Hours

Friday 2 PM–9 PM (admission until 8 PM), Saturday/Sunday 11 AM–8 PM (admission until 7 PM).

Admission

Adult ticket required. Children up to and including 16 years free. Current prices at schloss-gruenewald.de. Approximately 400m footpath from Dyckerfeld car park — grounds are not accessible.

Schloss Grünewald — The Setting

Schloss Grünewald in Solingen-Gräfrath is a 14th-century Bergisch manor house, nestled in a gentle hilly landscape on the edge of the Bergisches Land region. Precisely this architecture — simple, white, with dark timber-frame details — forms the perfect backdrop for a romantic Christmas market. For three Advent weekends, the castle grounds transform into a small, curated market with a special character.

What Makes the Adventstraum Special

Over 1,500 meters of fairy lights entwine trees, pavilions, and footpaths. Torches line the paths, fire pits provide warmth. Around 100 exhibitors present their crafts:

Jewellery and silver art
Ceramics and pottery
Textiles, wool products, felt art
Paintings, sculptures, arts and crafts
Bergisch specialities and gift items

Culinary Delights with Character

Instead of the usual mass-produced goods, you'll find a hand-picked selection at the Adventstraum: Alsatian Flammkuchen from a wood-fired oven, roasted suckling pig, Swiss raclette, candied almonds, roasted chestnuts, mulled wine in custom mugs, and punch varieties from dry to sweet. For those who prefer savoury, there are also hearty soups and game dishes.

Family Programme — From Wishing Star to Witch's Game

Families will find a dedicated programme: a Wishing Star tent with a fairy, gingerbread house crafting, medieval games, little magicians, and dragon trails. The children are often occupied longer than the parents while they sample the mulled wine.

Opening Hours — Three Weekends

The Adventstraum opens on four Advent weekends in December, Friday to Sunday each. Fridays from 2 PM to 9 PM (last admission 8 PM), Saturdays and Sundays from 11 AM to 8 PM (last admission 7 PM). Specifically for 2026: likely the weekends of 27–29 Nov, 4–6 Dec, 11–13 Dec, and 18–20 Dec.

Practical Information

The castle grounds are not accessible — a roughly 400-meter footpath leads to the castle from the Dyckerfeld car park. A shuttle bus runs on weekends from the Dyckerfeld industrial area for €2 round trip. Children up to 16 years old get in for free.