Schifferstadt Arts and Crafts Market

The Schifferstadt Arts and Crafts Market transforms the heart of the 'Sattelstadt' (Saddle City) into an open-air workshop every year on the last weekend of August. The venue is the historic Adlerhof, a former inn from the 18th century, and the adjacent Rathausplatz. The picturesque setting of sandstone walls, old trees, and lovingly restored half-timbered houses provides the perfect backdrop for high-quality regional crafts.

Around 50 Exhibitors

Approximately 50 carefully selected artisans present their work at lovingly decorated stalls. The offerings include:

• Jewelry: Silver jewelry, goldsmith work, semi-precious stone necklaces, individually crafted rings and pendants.
• Ceramics and Porcelain: Hand-thrown functional ceramics, art ceramics, sculptures, and garden objects.
• Woodwork: Turned bowls, cutting boards, toys, home accessories made from local woods.
• Natural Cosmetics and Soaps: Hand-milled soaps, essential oils, care products made from natural raw materials.
• Textiles and Felt: Hand-woven scarves, felt hats, patchwork cushions, knitted woolens.
• Glass, Leather, and Paper: Glass beads, leather bags, bookbinding, artistic cards.

Atmosphere and Supporting Program

The exhibitors are available to visitors to discuss materials, techniques, and creative processes. Many demonstrate their craft live at their stalls – an experience that distinguishes the market from a purely sales-oriented event. Food stalls, coffee specialties, and small snacks provide sustenance while browsing. The market is family-friendly and a popular meeting point for lovers of craftsmanship from Schifferstadt, Speyer, Ludwigshafen, Mannheim, and the Vorderpfalz.

KuS Schifferstadt as Organizer

Behind the market is KuS – Kultur und Stadtmarketing Schifferstadt, which coordinates numerous cultural events in the 'Sattelstadt'. The Arts and Crafts Market is one of the highlights of their annual program and contributes significantly to Schifferstadt's cultural identity.