Christmas Market "Lichterglanz im Tannenwald" — Späth'sche Baumschulen
Christmas market between fir trees and light garden at Germany's oldest tree nursery in Baumschulenweg
About Lichterglanz Späth'sche Baumschulen
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Germany's Oldest Tree Nursery
The Späth'sche Baumschulen in Baumschulenweg (Treptow-Köpenick district) is Germany's oldest continuously operating tree nursery — founded in 1720. The extensive grounds on Späthstraße are botanically interesting year-round, but in Advent, they transform into one of Berlin's most atmospheric Christmas markets: "Lichterglanz im Tannenwald" is the name of the event, and it means exactly that — stalls, a stage, and market activities amidst the tall, evenly planted rows of fir trees, illuminated by thousands of fairy lights and lamps.
Three Advent Weekends in 2026
In 2026, the market runs over three Advent weekends: November 28/29, December 5/6, and December 12/13. It is open Saturdays and Sundays from 11:00 AM to 8:00 PM. Admission is €8 regular, €5 reduced (students, trainees under 28, people with disabilities); children under 16 are free. The ticket also serves as a discount voucher when purchasing a Christmas tree on-site.
100 Stalls, Light Garden, and Stage
More than 100 stalls present handmade gifts — jewelry, ceramics, wooden toys, textiles, Christmas decorations — a curated selection from Berlin and Brandenburg artisans. On the main stage, live concerts featuring pop, brass, soul, and jazz alternate with readings, hosted by rbb 88.8 presenter Ingo Hoppe. In the evenings, fire artists captivate with a spectacular fire show. New in 2026: a "Light Garden" by the carp pond with additional illumination.
Fairy Tales in the Black Barn
Another program highlight is the "Schwarze Scheune" (Black Barn) — a historic barn on the premises where the Monbijou Theater stages fairy tale performances for children, and storyteller Ellen Luckas narrates live. Campfires with seating, mulled wine (Glögg) in several varieties, hot chocolate, freshly baked cookies, and regional culinary specialties make the market a wintertime escape from the city center.
Treptow-Köpenick District — Berlin Advent Classic
Baumschulenweg is located in the Treptow-Köpenick district of the state of Berlin (city-state). The S-Bahn station Baumschulenweg (lines S8, S85, S9, S46, S47) brings visitors to the market entrance with a ten-minute walk. With its growing reputation, the market is now considered one of Berlin's most beautiful Advent markets away from the tourist crowds at Gendarmenmarkt — those seeking Berlin Advent romance without mass tourism will find it here.
Lichterglanz Späth'sche Baumschulen — edition 2026
For three Advent weekends in 2026, the Späth'sche Baumschule opens its fir rows for "Lichterglanz im Tannenwald." Over 100 craft and food stalls line the spaces between the trees. On the main stage, rbb 88.8 presenter Ingo Hoppe hosts concerts featuring pop, brass, soul, and jazz, followed by a fire show in the evening. New in 2026: a light garden by the carp pond. The Black Barn serves as a stage for fairy tales from the Monbijou Theater and stories by Ellen Luckas. Admission €8, reduced €5, children under 16 free; tickets are credited as a discount voucher for Christmas tree purchases.
Programme Lichterglanz Späth'sche Baumschulen 2026
Program outline 2026 (as of preliminary announcement by Späth'sche Baumschulen):
Advent Weekends — Saturdays/Sundays 11:00 AM–8:00 PM each day
- November 28/29, 2026 — Opening with a festive ceremony and the first fire show on Saturday evening.
- December 5/6, 2026 — St. Nicholas weekend with additional children's program in the Black Barn.
- December 12/13, 2026 — Closing weekend with the densest stage program and the light garden highlight by the carp pond.
Stage and Entertainment Program
- Main Stage: Concerts featuring pop, brass, soul, and jazz, hosted by Ingo Hoppe (rbb 88.8).
- Black Barn: Fairy tales from the Monbijou Theater and stories by Ellen Luckas.
- Fire Show every evening after dark.
- Light Garden by the Carp Pond (new in 2026).
Market and Refreshments
- Over 100 decorated stalls with handicrafts: jewelry, ceramics, wooden toys, textiles, Christmas decorations.
- Sale of fresh Christmas trees (Nordmann fir, pine, spruce in various sizes).
- Glögg, mulled wine, hot chocolate, freshly baked cookies, regional specialties.
- Campfires with seating.
Updates at spaethsche-baumschulen.de/veranstaltungen/jahreszeitliche-feste/weihnachtsmarkt.
Highlights Lichterglanz Späth'sche Baumschulen 2026
- Three Advent weekends with over 100 stalls
- Main stage with live music, hosted by Ingo Hoppe (rbb 88.8)
- Evening fire show and new light garden by the carp pond
- Fairy tales in the Black Barn (Monbijou Theater, Ellen Luckas)
- Sale of fresh Christmas trees, ticket as a discount voucher
Prices Lichterglanz Späth'sche Baumschulen 2026
Admission: €8 regular, €5 reduced (students, trainees under 28, people with disabilities). Children under 16 free. Tickets also serve as a discount voucher when purchasing a Christmas tree on-site.
Practical information — Lichterglanz Späth'sche Baumschulen
Getting There
Späth'sche Baumschulen, Späthstraße 80/81, 12437 Berlin (Baumschulenweg). S-Bahn Baumschulenweg (S8, S85, S9, S46, S47), approx. 15 min. walk. Bus lines 170 and 265 stop nearby. U-Bahn U7 Blaschkoallee, then bus. By car via the A113 (Späthstraße exit), ample parking available.
Tickets
Admission: €8 regular, €5 reduced (students, trainees under 28, people with disabilities). Children under 16 free. Tickets available at the box office and in advance via the Späth'sche Baumschulen website; tickets also serve as a discount voucher for Christmas tree purchases.
Good to Know
Sturdy footwear recommended (paths partly unpaved, gritted in frost). Family-friendly, suitable for all ages. Open in all weather — bring an umbrella and warm clothing. Fresh Christmas trees (Nordmann fir, pine, spruce in various sizes) are sold on-site.
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Späth'sche Baumschulen
Späthstraße 80/81, 12437 Berlin